Why are references important?

Put yourself in a recruiter’s shoes: HR professionals spend weeks reviewing applications for each open position. However, when hiring through a referral program, the process becomes more streamlined and efficient.

Employee referrals significantly reduce the time spent sourcing candidates from other channels. As a result:

• Vacancies are filled almost twice as fast.
• Screening and onboarding time is reduced.
• The company returns to normal operations more quickly.

🤝 Why do referred candidates stay longer?

Referred candidates often have existing social or professional ties with current employees. This greatly increases the likelihood of long-term retention. Studies show that referred employees are less likely to leave compared to those hired through traditional job postings.