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Find Great Job Candidates at the Next Job Fair

An excellent way to find new employees is by setting up a table at the next job fair in your area. Or, if you really want to expand your employee search, consider attending career fairs outside of your region. The trick here is that you must do a little extra work when attending job fairs because the great candidates will not just present themselves to you asking about your company and the openings you have. That is why we have compiled this strategy for your company to use at the next job fair it attends.

Refrain from Using Your Phone

Even if you attend the event by yourself and are bored, do your best to stay off your phone during the career fair. Job candidates will see you on your phone and not want to stop by your table because they think they will bother you. This is a big-time no-no. Playing around on your phone also shows others that you might be bored. What kind of message does this send possible employees? Not a good one.

Dress Appropriately

It is understandable that companies want to see job candidates dressed appropriately when they attend job fairs. Well, the same can be said for representatives of companies or recruiters. Just because you are doing the hiring does not mean that the candidates will excuse your appearance. If you don’t want to wear a suit or a tie, consider wearing dress pants with a polo that has your company logo on it.

Be Punctual and Ready

One of the worst things you can do when representing your company at a job fair is to walk in after the event has started to set up your table. Make every effort to arrive to the event on time and have your table ready when the doors open to the job seekers. Unpacking containers as job seekers walk around will prevent you from finding a great candidate because they will not waste their time waiting for you to unpack.

Refrain from Eating at the Table

Do your best to eat breakfast or lunch prior to the doors opening. You do not want to eat at your table while job candidates are walking around trying to speak with you. This shows poor manners and the notion that you do not care about those in attendance.

Contact Candidates Within 24 Hours

If you met some candidates who piqued your interest at the job fair, be sure to contact them within 24 hours after the event so they do not forget about your company. For all you know, they could be receiving three or more phone calls from other companies that were in attendance as well. The competition just got stiffer.

If you follow this strategy the next time you attend a job fair as a representative for your company, you should have no trouble attracting top candidates.

Davis Staffing strives to provide excellence in service with personalized attention and gainful employment opportunities to our employees. Contact our great team of recruiters today to learn about Chicago careers and how we can help meet all of your job search needs.