The need for tech talent continues to grow.
In its 2017 State of Tech Recruiting report, Built In indicated that 53 percent of companies surveyed have salary increases planned for 2017 in hopes of attracting the most qualified personnel.
Other sources report similar growth. The Computing Technology Industry Association’s 2016 edition of Cyberstates revealed that the technology industry added almost 200,000 jobs to the U.S. economy. The industry also contributed 7.1 percent of the overall GDP.
For a well-funded startup, this rapid growth (and similarly growing salaries) may not be a concern. For the majority of small businesses, however, the level of demand and competition for these hires is going to make getting high-quality talent more problematic.
Dealing with high demand
Based on data compiled by Glassdoor, hiring for tech positions takes up to 35 days. Hiring IT staff can be difficult, and while screening applicants more thoroughly usually narrows the search to some of the best candidates, making the process too lengthy can mean losing desirable candidates to other companies — potentially competitors.
The following tips can help a company survive the wait and recruit the right new hire:
1. Create an environment of respect.
Employers on even the tightest budget can compensate by offering an attractive company culture. Experienced technical employees prefer to be in an environment where their expertise is respected and they’re…