Why do employers turn to private employment agencies for ...

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Why do employers turn to private employment agencies for assistance in recruiting? Provide at least four reasons for the use of such employment agencies.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

You are having a conversation with your best friend. Your friend says If you'll help me with my homework this week, I'll take you to the movies on Saturday. In this situation, your friend is trying to use _____ to influence your behavior.
 
  a. reciprocation
  b. authority
  c. scarcity
  d. social proof

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: There are many reasons for using a private employment agency. The firm does not have to have internal human resource specialists for recruiting and screening. The firm may need the position filled very quickly. There is a perceived need to recruit more minority and female applicants. When the best candidates are employed elsewhere, it is more comfortable to have an agency approach the candidates. Use of an agency reduces recruiting time.

Answer to Question 2

a