There is no doubt, many people simply do not understand what a recruiter does, or what their priorities are day to day. This article shines some light on how to work with a recruiter, not just when you need them but also when they need you.
Building a relationship with recruiters should be a long term goal. They have access to roles at various points of time that do not get advertised. They are busy working on assignments that are tough to fill in many cases, and any insight you can give to potential candidates or industry knowledge will not be forgotten.
Take the call, take some time to understand their work and above all have the manners to return their calls. What goes around comes around, connect with the specialist recruiters in your area and in the long run you will find they can become a valued partner as your career progresses.
Also remember to ensure your online profile is as current as your CV / resume, time can kill all deals. Your ability to present yourself in a motivational, professional and consistent manner are going to be paramount in you making the most of opportunities that come your way.
Monday, January 28, 2008
10 Great Tips for Using LinkedIn to Find the Best Passive Candidates on the Planet : Articles & Resources : The Adler Group
Take a look at this link written by Lou Adler on his site targetted at recruiters (Performance Based Hiring). Lou is an individual that is passionate about helping recruiters find the top talent for an organisation. The top 20% that is more than likely responsible for 80% of the companies results in any area.
As you will see from the article having your professional profile complete and up to date will allow you access to opportunities that may have been passing you by. It is also very clear from this that you need to treat your online profile as you do your CV / resume. Remember, first impressions last, and as you do start to go through the process of exploring an opportunity you need to make sure the information about you is consistent and factual.
LinkedIn are not the only sites that are used by recruiters. Others such as ZoomInfo, Xing, Plaxo are all used. Get to use one well and then adopt others as you see fit. The key is to ensure there is consistency between them all, and build time into your week to manage and create new links within your network.
As you will see from the article having your professional profile complete and up to date will allow you access to opportunities that may have been passing you by. It is also very clear from this that you need to treat your online profile as you do your CV / resume. Remember, first impressions last, and as you do start to go through the process of exploring an opportunity you need to make sure the information about you is consistent and factual.
LinkedIn are not the only sites that are used by recruiters. Others such as ZoomInfo, Xing, Plaxo are all used. Get to use one well and then adopt others as you see fit. The key is to ensure there is consistency between them all, and build time into your week to manage and create new links within your network.
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