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ED’S COMMENT

GREEN INDUSTRY RECRUITING

ow do members of the green industry go need to have a plan of action as well as a
about looking for staff? Is it word of mouth, recruitment strategy. At the same time, the job
Hthe SALI job junction, a recommendation seeker also needs to feel comfortable about
from a colleague, social media, AI-powered working for your company – you need something
applicant tracking? from them, and they need something from you.
When hiring new employees, here are a few It’s a two-way street! A good technique is to treat
tips for companies: prospective employees the same way you treat
• determine your needs and write an engaging your clients; be respectful of their time and make
job description; yourself available so they can approach you with
• ask the right interview questions; questions and concerns.
• expand your talent pool; In this technological age, social media can be
• consider using a recruitment agency; a good recruiting tool. Landscape SA offers its
• do reference and background checks. Facebook page to all green industry companies Karyn Richards
Recruiting the best person for a position looking for staff. Send me an email with your job Editor
requires creativity and diligence, and companies description and we’ll post it for you!

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