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Traditional Vs Modern Methods of Recruitment

 Traditional Vs Modern Methods of Recruitment


There are two major types of recruitment: traditional and modern. The first method provided companies with excellent candidates over the years, With the advancement of technology comes modern recruitment methods, which open up new channels and recruitment methods.

Traditional Recruitment Methods 

In terms of recruitment, organizations around the world have benefited from the traditional recruitment methods provided by employees who have served them well and played a key role in defining their organizations.

  • Newspapers – A large number of people read the paper and it is the oldest means of creating a job vacancy.
  • Internal hiring – Relying on the capabilities of an existing employee is easy and time-tested. So hiring someone of their own to fill a high position is a good choice.
  • Local employment office – Leaving your job at a local employment office will get a wide range of people to read your position and apply for it.
  • Temp agencies – This is one of the most used methods. You use a temporary employment agency to make shortlists and find good potential for your company.

Modern Recruitment Methods 

The 21st century has seen a significant rise in technology and a change in the landing of candidates for organizations that have grown under the influence of modern-day recruitment methods.

  • Smartphones –Smartphones are the easiest way to connect to the world today. One can access any page, and recruiters use this to interact and provide information about their company to prospective clients.
  • Social media – This is the age of Facebook and Twitter. Since many people use these platforms in their daily lives, they can use these media effectively to connect with prospective candidates. This is a cheaper method and also gives you a larger number of candidates.
  • Event recruitment – Companies sponsor events that reflect their ethics and values. They do so to gain popularity by showing their association with such values. Many like-minded people are part of such events and it is a good way to reach a wider audience.

References

Chitra Reddy (2015). Traditional Vs Non Traditional Recruiting Methods Comparison - WiseStep. [online] WiseStep. Available at: https://content.wisestep.com/traditional-non-traditional-recruiting/ [Accessed 18 Dec. 2021].

‌Kaye/Bassman Blog. (2013). Modern Recruitment Methods Vs Traditional Recruitment Methods. [online] Available at: https://www.kbic.com/blog/blog/recruiting-executive-search/modern-recruitment-methods-vs-traditional-recruitment-methods/ [Accessed 18 Dec. 2021].

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Comments

  1. Saminda GoonawardanaDecember 14, 2021 at 8:13 AM

    Modern method cost and time effective

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  2. Hasitha WanigarathneDecember 15, 2021 at 7:07 PM

    To hire lower level employees, traditional methods are still effective

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    1. H.A.SampathDecember 16, 2021 at 10:10 AM

      Noted. Because of lower level employees are still not fully converted to digital methods.

      Delete
  3. Anuruddha ShanakaDecember 16, 2021 at 1:02 AM

    We should concern about the cirrect method, when selecting the segment of people based on the work to be engaged with.

    ReplyDelete
  4. AnonymousDecember 16, 2021 at 8:16 PM

    Employee recruitment is important factor of the organization. Thanks for sharing ..

    ReplyDelete
  5. AKILADecember 18, 2021 at 1:19 AM

    Modern methods reduce cost and time.

    ReplyDelete
  6. Denuwan MunasingheDecember 18, 2021 at 5:28 AM

    Currently, so many Companies used Modern methods of HR

    ReplyDelete
  7. Prasadi Purnima DilrukshiDecember 18, 2021 at 8:48 AM

    Now a days companies try to use modern recruiting methods.

    ReplyDelete

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