Competition for the best talent in the market will always exist. Knowing what is important to today�s workforce is essential to attract and retain the most qualified Candidates available. For example, it is crucial to know:

• What is important to Candidates when considering a new position?
  
  
• What influences a Candidate�s decision to make a move from one position to another?
  
  
• What type of Manager brings out a Candidate�s best performance?
  
  

We recently surveyed Candidates with these questions, and from the 803 responses, here is what we learned.

We asked our Candidates, �What would make you choose one company over another?� Candidates were asked to select the three most influential factors from the following:

• Relationship with peers and co-workers
• Variety of benefits offered
• Commuting time
• Schedule Flexibility
• Manager
• Company's name recognition/status
• Company's mission statement
• Working environment
• Compensation

Surveyed Candidates ranked the following factors as most influential:

The following factors were ranked as least influential:

Here is further detail on how Candidates ranked these factors:

We asked Candidates, "What characteristics are important to you when choosing the ideal manager?" They responded:

How does your Company meet the needs of the current Candidate market? How does the Management Team support the expectations of the workforce today?

We hope that our survey results offer value to you and your organization. Whether you are in the process of attracting the right talent for the right position, or striving to retain the talent you currently have on your team, our goal is to be your primary resource for all of your staffing needs. Contact your Adams Staffing Representative today to discuss how we can help you meet the challenges of today�s Candidate market.