Why Internal Referrals Drive Better Hiring

The data is clear: referred employees are higher quality, stay longer, and perform better.

46%

Longer Retention

Referred hires stay nearly twice as long as LinkedIn or job board hires

55%

Faster Time to Hire

Referrals move through the hiring process significantly faster

70%

of Quality Hires

Top companies fill 70% of positions through employee referrals

Higher Performance

Referred employees consistently outperform other hires in productivity metrics and cultural fit assessments.

25% higher performance ratings

Lower Cost per Hire

Referral programs significantly reduce recruiting costs compared to traditional hiring methods.

$3,000 average savings per hire

How Hootly Amplifies Your Referral Program

We make it easy for your employees to refer quality candidates while protecting their privacy

Anonymous Employee Participation

Your employees can participate in referrals without exposing their personal information or being bombarded with requests.

  • • Complete privacy protection
  • • No LinkedIn spam or unwanted contact
  • • Voluntary participation only

Pre-Qualified Candidates

Candidates submit targeted pitches and LinkedIn profiles, so your employees only engage with promising fits.

  • • Structured candidate information
  • • Role-specific pitches
  • • LinkedIn profile verification

Streamlined Process

Simple workflow from candidate request to internal referral submission. No complex platform management required.

  • • Direct email communication
  • • Existing referral system integration
  • • Minimal administrative overhead

Transform Your Hiring with Internal Referrals That Actually Work

Your employees already know great talent. Hootly makes it effortless for them to connect qualified candidates with your open roles through our anonymous referral platform.

Why Companies Choose Hootly

Faster, Higher-Quality Hires

Skip the resume pile and connect directly with pre-vetted candidates your employees actually want to refer. Internal referrals hire 55% faster and stay 70% longer than traditional recruiting methods.

Zero Risk, Maximum Reach

Your team gets unlimited access to refer candidates across all your open positions. No per-job fees, no surprises - just one simple annual partnership that scales with your hiring needs.

Employee Engagement That Pays Off

Turn your workforce into your best recruiting asset. When employees can easily refer great candidates, they become more invested in your company's growth and success.

Effortless Integration

Our platform works alongside your existing ATS and hiring processes. Your HR team maintains full control while gaining access to a wider talent pool through employee networks.

Fair Use, Maximum Value

Our annual partnership model is designed for real-world hiring needs. Post unlimited jobs, receive unlimited referrals, and build the team you need without worrying about escalating costs.