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LinkedIn Poll Results January 2023

Jonathan Shepherd-Stubbs • Jan 17, 2023

Happy new year to you all!


We hope you are managing to get back into the rhythm of working again after the festive break. It’s that time of the month again where we release the results from our most recent poll. On the first of January 2023, we asked the LinkedIn community: In your experience, what is the most effective interview structure?


To provide a little context behind our first poll of 2023, we were speaking with one of our candidates in December and they had commented that they had never been to an interview where there was a panel of interviewers sat in front of them. This got us thinking about what our clients and candidates feel is their preference when it comes to the interview stage.


We appreciate that the panel structure could at first appear quite daunting for any candidate we pre-select for our client’s job vacancy but it could also be the most effective too with different viewpoints and varied questions all potentially resulting in a quicker hiring decision.


As you can see from our pie chart below, two thirds of our responders were in favour of 1 to 2 and yet only 5% suggested that a panel was most effective.


What do you think? Do you agree with these results for our January poll?


Stay tuned as our February poll will be going live in two weeks and our team are already putting the finishing touches to the question.


Thank you to everyone who got involved and cast their vote. As always, we appreciate your input.

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What Qualities to Look for in a Candidate

by Jonathan Shepherd-Stubbs • 25 Apr, 2024
With so much talent out there, it’s not always easy to find the perfect candidate for your current vacancies. If you want to avoid a high staff turnover and get the perfect candidate in your team from the off and watch them grow, here are some initial qualities to look out for in your next round of hiring. Leadership There’s no limit to the heights a candidate could reach in your business and it’s often those who start at the bottom who end up working their way up through the ranks. Whilst your current candidate might not be at that level yet, it’s worth looking out for signs early on that will make them an excellent leader in the future. Honesty & Integrity This one goes without saying, you need someone you can really trust to take on a role within your business. Whilst it’s not always evident in the interview stage whether you can really trust a candidate, you will usually find evidence of this when you investigate references and ask questions about the candidates previous roles. Dependability Just like trust, you need someone working within your business who is dependable and does what they say they are going to do. An employer’s nightmare is someone who is regularly late for shifts or worse, doesn’t turn up at all. There are some early signs you can look for here; Was the candidate on time for their interview? How long did they work for their last employer? Do they switch jobs often?  Competency Lastly, is your candidate competent in the job you are expecting them to do? If you are hiring someone straight out of college, maybe they aren’t quite ready for a leadership role. Does the candidate have proven track record of managerial experience? Maybe they won’t be quite suited to a more junior position. As always, it’s important to ask questions and really get to know your candidates in your interviews to maximise the chances of you getting the right employee for your business. If you are new to interviewing, check out our blog ‘3 of the Best Questions to ask any Candidate’ to maximise your time and really get the most out of your next interview. If you need further support as an employer, we have you covered. From advertising your latest role to our audience to matching you with the perfect employee, we would love to help. Contact our team here.

LinkedIn Poll Results - April 2024

by Simon Clark • 18 Apr, 2024
At Shepherd Stubbs Recruitment, we are committed to understanding the intricacies of workplace dynamics and what drives employee performance. Our April 2024 LinkedIn poll asked a crucial question: "What’s your biggest motivator at work?" We are grateful for the excellent response and thank everyone who participated and shared the poll with their connections. The results reveal a diverse set of motivators that underscore the complexity of employee engagement today. Leading the pack was 'Work-Life Balance' with 31% of the vote, indicating that employees are increasingly valuing the ability to effectively manage their professional and personal lives. This trend highlights the importance for employers to offer flexible working conditions that support a healthier work-life integration. Both 'Recognition/Praise' and 'Financial Incentives' tied at 25%, reflecting a classic yet evolving understanding that both acknowledgment and monetary rewards play significant roles in motivating employees. Recognition and praise show employees that their efforts are valued, boosting morale and productivity. Simultaneously, financial incentives continue to be a powerful motivator, underlining the need for competitive compensation structures. 'Career Opportunities' was also a key driver, with 19% of respondents indicating that the prospect of advancement and professional growth is a crucial motivator. This result points to the necessity for organisations to cultivate clear career paths and development opportunities to retain ambitious employees. These insights are invaluable as they highlight the varied and complex factors that motivate today’s workforce. We leverage this understanding to help our clients attract and retain the right talent, aligning our strategies with the evolving needs and motivations of the workforce. Remember, in a changing job market, it’s all about the right people, and knowing what moves them is the first step towards success. If you would like to talk to the team about placing a new candidate, get in touch here .
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