As a CEO, your biggest challenge is attracting and keeping top talent.
The answer to your biggest challenge? Set up a monthly retainer with a strong recruiter.
Here’s why it matters.
Without a Retainer, You’re Invisible to Top Talent:
- Missed Opportunities: The best candidates get picked up before you even know they’re available.
- Reactive Hiring: You scramble for talent when it’s too late, leading to rushed and poor decisions.
- Unseen Candidates: Recruiters prioritize companies they’re engaged with. Without a retainer, you’re not on their radar.
Why a Retainer Changes Everything:
- First Dibs on Talent: Recruiters bring the best candidates to their retainer clients first. You get access before anyone else.
- Constant Pipeline: Even when you’re not hiring, your recruiter is always sourcing for you, keeping a talent pool ready.
- Aligned Searches: A retained recruiter understands your culture and needs, bringing you candidates that fit long-term.
The Hidden Costs of Not Having a Retainer:
- Wasted Time: Vacant roles kill productivity and momentum.
- Shallow Candidate Pool: You only see leftovers. The best talent is already spoken for.
- Rushed Decisions: Last-minute hiring leads to expensive mistakes.
Retainer = Competitive Edge:
A recruiter on retainer isn’t just filling roles—they’re your talent partner. They find game-changers before you even know you need them.
Final Thought:
Top talent moves fast. If you’re not constantly engaged, you’ll miss them. For a modest investment, you secure a continuous flow of candidates and future-proof your business. Don’t wait until you’re desperate—get ahead by setting up a retainer today.
Contact me to discuss how to set up a monthly retainer arrangement – tiger@tigerbuford.com
