using existing applicant pools (“making”) or investing in recruitment efforts (“buying”) to expand applicant pools.

Prior to beginning work on this discussion, Keeping in mind the utility theory and optimizing staffing outcome strategies discussed in Chapter 3 in , discuss the pros and cons of using existing applicant pools (“making”) or investing in recruitment efforts (“buying”) to expand applicant pools. Consider the following: Finally, apply these concepts to the real world. Browse various recruiting websites (e.g., Monster.com, LinkedIn) and describe the ways organizations attempt to entice. What are the similarities? What ways do they try to differentiate themselves?