The holidays are a great time of year, but they can also be a challenge for recruiters. Many of us start to slow down in December and take some well-deserved time off. However, it’s important to remember that recruitment should not grind to a halt during this festive season. There are plenty of good reasons why recruiters should keep working in December or early January, and in this blog post we'll look at just a few of them.

Not everyone celebrates Christmas

As the holiday season rolls around, it’s easy for recruiters to take a break and relax. After all, it's the holidays! However, not everyone celebrates Christmas, Hanukkah, or any other December holiday. So, for some recruiters, the season could be busy, especially if employers are look to fill roles before the start of the new year.

Job seekers could be more relaxed and therefore open to new opportunities

The holidays can offer many people more free time. Whether it’s the days off from work or the extra hours in the evening, this time allows job seekers to look for new opportunities without feeling rushed. This can result in more in-depth conversations between recruiters and potential candidates.

The holidays also provide an opportunity for recruiters to stand out from their competition. Many other recruiters may be taking a break during this time of year, so recruiters who remain active will make an impression on potential candidates.

Job seekers could be after extra temp work

While the holiday season might traditionally be a time for winding down, job seekers could be looking for temporary or seasonal positions to supplement their income. It’s worth considering advertising any such openings that you might have during this time of year.

It’s also worth noting that there may be some candidates who are looking for a new job due to changes in their current employer’s policy. For example, if the company is going through a reorganization and reducing staff, those affected may look elsewhere for work during this season.

It’s important to recognize that people don’t just take a break from job searching during the holidays. If you are advertising openings and actively recruiting, then it’s likely that you will get more applications than usual. Make sure to be on top of your game and respond quickly to inquiries.

You can get ahead of the competition by starting your recruiting efforts early

For recruiters, December should not only be seen as an opportunity to relax, but rather a chance to get ahead of the competition and find top talent before their competitors do. The holidays could bring out an influx of job seekers – so recruiters should take advantage of this opportunity to find qualified candidates.

Christmas can be a great reason to network with clients

December is a great time for networking events and recruiting meetups. As many professionals slow down for the holidays, these events can be a great place for recruiters to meet new contacts, connect with your clients, and strengthen relationships.

Be available when others may not be

So don’t let the holidays slow you down! December is a great time for recruiters to find top talent, network, and get ahead of the competition. Make sure you take advantage of all the opportunities this season has to offer.

By remaining active and taking advantage of the relaxed atmosphere, you can find great candidates and build strong relationships with job seekers. So keep working this December and you may be rewarded with excellent results!