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Candidate Nurturing

Candidate nurturing maintains relevant communication with potential applicants over time. It helps interested people understand opportunities and decide whether to engage when a suitable role appears.

Example

A recruiter follows up with a previous finalist about a genuinely relevant vacancy and shares updated information about the role and hiring process.

What to keep in mind

Use timely, useful contact rather than repeated generic messages. Respect opt-outs and avoid implying a personal relationship or opportunity that does not exist.

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