Hiring should never be based on guesswork alone. By using simple data from your hiring process, you can make smarter decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and find the best people faster.
You don’t need fancy software or expensive tools. Just a few key numbers can already make a big difference.
Here’s how to start using data to improve your hiring:
1. Track Where Your Best Candidates Come From
Did most of your strong applicants come from JobNet.ng, referrals, or social media? Knowing this helps you focus your efforts (and budget) on the right platforms.
✅ Add a field like “How did you hear about this job?” to your application form
2. Monitor Time to Hire
This is the time between when you post a job and when someone accepts the offer.
📅 A long hiring time might mean your process is too slow
📉 A short time could mean you’re rushing without proper screening
Aim for a balanced approach—fast, but careful.
3. Review CV-to-Interview Ratio
If you receive 100 applications but only interview 5 people, it could mean:
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Your job ad is too broad
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You’re spending too much time screening manually
Try using screening questions to improve this ratio and focus only on top-fit candidates.
4. Track Offer Acceptance Rate
How many people accept your job offers?
If many say no:
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Your offer might be too low
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Your process might take too long
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Candidates may not feel excited about your company
This is a key metric that shows how attractive your company looks to job seekers.
5. Ask for Feedback from Candidates
After interviews, ask candidates (even the rejected ones) to rate their experience. Keep it simple—just 2 or 3 questions.
Example:
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“How easy was the application process?”
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“Did you feel respected during the interview?”
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“Would you apply again?”
This helps you improve and build a positive brand as an employer.
You don’t need to be a data expert to make better hiring decisions. Start small. Track what works. Fix what doesn’t.
Hiring is not just about finding talent—it’s about building a smart, repeatable system that works every time.
Want tools that help you measure and hire better? Try JobNet.ng today.
