Are you making the most of data and analytics when it comes to your recruiting process? On today’s episode of the Hire Calling Podcast, Pete and Ricky discuss the importance of understanding open positions' impact on your bottom line. They break down how to calculate the cost of an open position and consider if companies are willing to invest more to fill the position quickly.

They also compare the advantages of job boards like Indeed, CareerBuilder, and ZipRecruiter and examine how cost per hire and source per hire can differ. Ricky and Pete discuss how internal websites, social media, employee referrals, and third-party recruiters can be effective sources and how measuring the time to hire is essential. Plus, they consider the long-term value of using a third-party recruiter compared to seemingly cheaper options.

Finally, Pete and Ricky evaluate the effectiveness of the hiring process and the importance of measuring job acceptance rates and short-term turnover. They identify potential causes for unattractive job offers, such as low pay, unrealistic expectations, and lengthy hiring processes. Tune in to discover how data-driven hiring can benefit your organization!