How can I recruit without a recruitment agency?

If you are looking to recruit candidates without using a recruitment agency it is important you start by researching how to target the best candidates for your particular vacancy. For example are they in any social media groups for their profession? (such as designers). Do they seek work on particular job boards or websites. Do you know anyone within your own network you can call upon, such as previous work colleagues. Do your employees also know of anyone they can recommend.