Which of the following is not a demerit of external source of recruitment?

Provides fresh talent

The correct answer is option 1- Provides fresh talent.

Provides fresh talent is a merit of external source of recruitment.

Fresh Talent: The present employees may be insufficient or they may not fulfill the specifications of the jobs to be filled. External recruitment provides wider choice and brings new blood in the organisation. However, it is expensive and time-consuming.

Limitations of External Sources

• Dissatisfaction among existing staff: External recruitment may lead to dissatisfaction and frustration among existing employees. They may feel that their chances of promotion are reduced.

• Lengthy process: Recruitment from external sources takes a long time. The business has to notify the vacancies and wait for applications to initiate the selection process.

• Costly process: It is very costly to recruit staff from external sources. A lot of money has to be spent on advertisement and processing of applications.