Strategic Recruitment and Retention Strategies: A Thematic-Synthesis

Abstract

Organizations are all different but the overall mission and goal is to recruit and retain professional employees. Organizations implement innovative strategies to retain talented and professional employees. The aim of this study is to develop an understanding of factors associated with recruitment and retention of employees in organizations through a thematic-synthesis from published research studies found in the literature. A systematic search of articles published between 2001 and 2013 was conducted; articles specifically focused on recruitment and retention strategies in organizations. Thematic syntheses were conducted and the selected articles were critically reviewed. Key themes were identified to explore innovative recruitment and retention strategies in organizations. More than 100 articles were reviewed and 14 research studies met the criteria. This thematic-synthesis demonstrated how strategic and innovative recruitment and retention strategies are in practice. Findings provide employers and corporate planners with information necessary to make decisions regarding recruitment and retention to enhance employability at workplaces.