Why December is the Time to Get a Head Start on Hiring
Do a little Googling and you'll quickly find that, in the professional world, January and February are widely seen as the best times of the year to look for jobs. This makes sense considering it's the beginning of a new year and it's the first quarter. But if everyone is looking for jobs, it's most likely because that is when every company is hiring. What does this mean for you, the one responsible for posting jobs and recruiting talent? The market is competitive and therefore it could be harder to land the best talent. This is why it's a good idea to get ahead of the competition and start attracting talented candidates by posting your job now.
By posting a job a few weeks before the madness, your job will stand out, and if you're lucky you'll get a handful of eager applicants in before the new year even starts. Posting a job now gives you a jump on peak hiring season and your company an advantage in the marketplace.
In an article for Business Insider, Rachel Gillett writes that December is the best time to look for jobs because "there are plenty of jobs out there" and "less competition", among other reasons. The same can be said for those posting the jobs. It may also be safe to assume that the type of people looking for jobs through the holiday season are go-getters who are determined to land the right position even if it takes extra effort. These are the people looking to stand out while everyone else is in full holiday hibernation mode, which may translate to the type of worker willing to go the extra mile on a big project.
Getting your job post up now could result in a windfall of applications submitted before people break for the holidays. Then, as soon as January hits, you can start lining up interviews with candidates right away instead of having to hold off for another month. Chances are, your boss will think you're a badass for taking initiative and getting a head start while other companies are just beginning the process. What are you waiting for?