Inactivity is a common ailment of corporations in Eve. Many
times, it is just a phase. Other times, it may be a serious side effect to a
more deeper issue within the corporation. However, for those times when it’s
just a matter of there not being enough people to get things going, recruitment
is usually the first step!
Recruiting can be arduous and boring. There are many
responsibilities that a recruiter must think about, depending on the wishes of
his corporation. The skills, security, personality, qualifications, and time
zone of a new recruit could be crucial to whether they are an asset or
liability to the corp. Finding just the right people can be a long, time
consuming process.
I’ve recruited for several corporations over the years. At
one point, I was even recruiting corporations for a small alliance. Below are
some tips about things that did or did not work, as well as some techniques for
making the recruiting process go much more smoothly for everyone involved.
Get your name, and the name of your corporation ‘out there.’
#1 Write a Post on the Recruitment Forums. This will be hand
for several different reasons. First, as a top level tool to filter recruits.
If you are only looking for a certain time zone, or a certain skill set, it can
help you filter to those who meet the requirements. Also, it will help keep you
from repeating yourself ( a LOT) later on. Be sure to write a good solid post.
This is so important (and lengthy) of a topic, I might go more into detail in a
later post.
#2 Respond to other posts. Don’t just copy/paste a standard
reply. Really filter through, and read the posts. Give them concrete reasons
why you think they may be a good fit. Respond to various things they say in
their post to perk their interest.
#3 Build your network. Networking is extremely important.
This could include chatting with people (even other recruiters) in the
recruitment channel. Being active in other channels. Talk to people—don’t just
spam stats about your corporation. Talk about interesting things that have
happened recently, or things your corporation is doing.
Streamline the Process
#4 Make information readily available. There’s nothing more
frustrating to a recruit then not understanding what is expected of them, or
what your specific process is. Make things easier by having a mail or forum
post on hand that outlines the steps a recruit must take to join the corp,
including all security items required, links to any applications, as well as
details on what information you need from them. (ie: killboard stats,
skillsheets, etc.)
#5 Make it as Simple as Possible. I understand that many
corporations fear spies. Go through your process and cut out any unnecessary
steps. Make any applications as short and as simple as possible. There is no
sense having extra work for anyone—either you or the new recruit.
#6 Come up with a set of ‘rules’ prior to recruiting. Talk
to the CEO and other recruiters. Make sure everyone is on the same page as to
what kind of people you are recruiting. It’s very frustrating for a new
recruit, when in conversation, you constantly say you have to go consult
someone else. It also makes your corporation look disorganized, and makes you
look uninformed. Make a detailed list of all the important qualifications you
are looking for…including skill points, time zone, skill set, etc. Check with
the ‘boss’ to see how lenient you are allowed to be.
When the Cards are on the Table
#7 Follow Through. Don’t take weeks to reply to emails, do
security checks, or accept applications. The recruits want to play Eve NOW. If
you take too long to respond to the situation, it will appear you are not
completely enthusiastic about them joining. They will grow bored and move on,
or will get recruited by another corporation over your head. And
remember…everyone wants to be wanted.
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