Should you Ditch Notion for a Real ATS?
Max Kolysh
CEO @ Dover
July 10, 2024
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4 min
With an ATS, you can post your job openings to multiple popular job boards with just one click. Candidates can then apply using a standardized application form, and their information is automatically imported into your ATS. No more cluttered inboxes or manual data entry.
Dover lets you set up search criteria to analyze and rank candidates based on their qualifications and fit for the role. This means you can quickly identify the best applicants without spending hours reviewing every single resume.
Once you start receiving a high volume of applications, an ATS helps keep everything organized. Email communications and calendar events are automatically synced to each candidate's profile, and you can easily bulk reject or advance candidates through your hiring process.
Other Benefits of using a Proper ATS
There are tons of other reasons you'll thank yourself for setting up a proper ATS like Dover from the get-go:
Automated interview scheduling and reminder emails for candidates
Customizable careers page with minimal setup
Collaborative hiring with team member access and notes
Detailed analytics and reporting on your hiring pipeline
It takes <15 minutes to set up
It's free!
When Notion Might Be a Better Fit
While an ATS is the clear choice for most growing startups, there are a few scenarios where Notion or a similar tool might suffice:
If you are exclusively hiring through referrals, and you don't want to do any sourcing or receive any applicants (e.g. for your 1st employee)
If you prefer an ad-hoc interview process for every candidate you interview (some founders believe this to be better, but it's more likely to make your company look disorganized)
As a founder, your time is precious. By investing in a purpose-built ATS like Dover, you can automate and optimize your hiring process, freeing up your time to focus on growing your business. While tools like Notion and Google Sheets may seem like an easy solution, they simply can't provide the same level of functionality and efficiency as a dedicated ATS. Make the switch today and see the difference for yourself.
