This practice signals your support of current employees. Unsolicited applicants - Small businesses receive many unsolicited applications from qualified and unqualified individuals. The former should be kept on file for future reference. Good business practice suggests that all applicants be treated courteously whether or not they are offered jobs. Schools - High schools, trade schools, vocational schools, colleges and universities are sources for certain types of employees, especially if prior work experience is not a major factor in the job specification.
Schools also are excellent sources for part-time employees.
Private employment agencies - These firms provide a service for employers and applicants by matching people to jobs in exchange for a fee. Employee referrals - References by current employees may provide excellent prospects for the business. Evidence suggests that current employees hesitate to recommend applicants with below average ability. Word of mouth is one of the most commonly used recruiting sources in the small business community. At its simplest, this type of advertising may take the form of a Help Wanted sign in the window.