Inclusive Hiring Best Practices

Inclusive Recruiting: How to Attract Diverse Job Candidates

An overwhelming body of research demonstrates how a diverse workforce improves productivity, innovation, employee engagement, and decision-making. Greater diversity in the workplace also shows a positive impact on profitability, revenue, employee retention, and brand perception. In fact, several global studies from McKinsey & Company reveal that diverse organizations are more likely to outperform their industry peers in profitability and garner greater successes across teams and for individuals.

Ideally, you will have a diverse team in charge of recruitment, hiring, and promotions. However, even if you only have one person in your Human Resources department, simple changes to your recruiting strategy can make a big difference in attracting diverse candidates who are well-qualified for your open roles. 

It’s especially important that organizations invest in perfecting their first touchpoints with job seekers or risk losing out on great talent – typically, without even knowing why. Here’s how to ensure your organization is making a positive first impression and attracting the best talent.