This statistic shows during which part of the hiring process recruiters use social networking sites to screen potential employees. In 2015, ** percent of respondents had a look at potential employees' social network profiles immediately after the initial application.
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SHRM. (January 7, 2016). During which phase of the hiring process do you look at social networking sites to screen prospective employees? [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 30, 2026, from /statistics/204038/phases-of-screening-employees-through-social-networks/
SHRM. "During which phase of the hiring process do you look at social networking sites to screen prospective employees?." Chart. January 7, 2016. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Accessed July 30, 2026. /statistics/204038/phases-of-screening-employees-through-social-networks/
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SHRM. "During Which Phase of The Hiring Process Do You Look at Social Networking Sites to Screen Prospective Employees?." ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ, ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Inc., 7 Jan 2016, /statistics/204038/phases-of-screening-employees-through-social-networks/
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During which phase of the hiring process do you look at social networking sites to screen prospective employees? [Graph], SHRM, January 7, 2016. [Online]. Available: /statistics/204038/phases-of-screening-employees-through-social-networks/
