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What are External sources of Recruitment ?

External sources of recruitment refer to the methods or channels through which organizations attract potential employees who are not currently working for them. Some common external sources of recruitment include:

  1. Advertising: Posting job vacancies on job portals, newspapers, and social media platforms to attract potential candidates.
  2. Employee Referrals: Encouraging current employees to refer their friends, family, or acquaintances to apply for job openings within the organization.
  3. Campus Recruitment: Visiting colleges and universities to hire fresh graduates and entry-level employees.
  4. Employment Agencies: Working with recruitment agencies and headhunters who help organizations find suitable candidates for job openings.
  5. Job Fairs: Participating in job fairs to showcase the company culture and available job opportunities.
  6. Professional Organizations: Posting job openings on professional association websites or reaching out to members of these organizations for potential hires.
  7. Direct Applications: Receiving unsolicited job applications from individuals who are interested in working for the organization.

By utilizing external sources of recruitment, organizations can expand their talent pool and increase the chances of finding suitable candidates who possess the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience required for the job.

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