Welcoming Back Boomerang Employees

More businesses than ever are inclined to take back boomerang employees right now— employees who quit but later want back in.

In fact, one study shows that of every five people who quit a job during the pandemic, one has already boomeranged back, and two more would consider it if it were an option.

Perhaps you’re on the hunt for a new job, and your old job isn’t looking so bad anymore. Or maybe you’re a hiring manager wondering whether it’s a good idea to take back an employee who has left — or even to pursue one.

There are, of course, advantages to rehiring past employees. They know your company, they get the culture, and you don’t have to train them to the same degree.

Of course, you always want to consider why and how, they left. As a recruiter for 25+ years, I’ve seen some rehires work out quite well — and then again…