Clytie,
Welcome to the class. Great response. With so little advertising done these days for open positions, it is important to use other sources that will get you to those who are not only qualified but who would be a good organizational fit. Some companies will offer incentives for referrals, too. If morale is high, employees will proudly refer friends and family for open positions. In today's economy, those who are employed are reluctant to step out and apply for new positions for fear of retaliation from the current employer should he/she not be successful in the application.
Pat
