12/10/2026
๐ฏ The best candidates are not always the ones applying.
Passive talent can represent a significant part of the available talent pool, but reaching them requires a smarter approach:
๐ 39% of the talent pool can be passive
๐ค 46% more likely to engage with a warm connection
โ๏ธ 15% better performance from personalized outreach
๐ฌ 16% higher response likelihood with shorter InMails
The takeaway? Donโt just wait for talent to apply. Go where the right talent already is.
How is your hiring strategy reaching passive candidates?