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Recruiter
Tips...
Before investing a moment of your time, determine
if a recruiting or headhunting service is a real option for you. While
it is the case that recruiters make money placing candidates into their
client companies, recruiters are usually of no value to entry level,
junior, fresh graduates, etc. The reason for this is that companies will
only pay a fee for someone they believe they cannot locate efficiently
on their own. The general thought with employers is that new graduates
and junior candidates can be found without incurring an extra cost to
the company.
It is also of no value for you to engage a recruiter in order to change
professions. Recruiters are only able to place you into a very
similar position as to your current or last position. Companies will
pay a fee for very recent and very relevant experience. If you have been
out of work for a long length of time, or working in a non-relevant
position, do not expect much help from a recruiter. Companies
will usually only pay a fee for someone currently in the position for
which they are seeking.
Overall, utilize recruiters when you can and if it makes sense, but
don't expect great results. This is not a knock on recruiters. There are
just many factors that go into the process of you, the employer, and a
recruiter all being successful in your search. This should be one of
various avenues you are engaged in with your job search, along with
applying directly to a company, networking, utilizing the Internet,
referrals, and making sure your resume and interview presentation is outstanding.
While job postings serve a purpose, be wary of them and try not to be
frustrated with the lack of response. If there is no response to your
resume from a recruiting company posting, ask yourself? Am I a new
graduate or junior candidate? Do I need to relocate? Do I need a Visa?
Have I been out of work a long time?
Hiring companies like candidates from recruiters whose
situation is simple. Having to relocate or requiring a work Visa are usually
not simple. Companies themselves may not have a problem with these
issues if you apply directly, but to pay a recruiting fee along with other
costs associated with a
candidate is not desirable.
After you have determined that a recruiting service could offer you
value, follow a few guidelines and the process can be a rewarding
experience.
1. You should be able to clearly and concisely explain to a recruiter
why you would be a valuable employee.
2. Be upfront and do not lie to a recruiter.
3. Be prepared for questions regarding any issues that
may be possible question marks in your work history, or other areas.
4. Be realistic and educated regarding salary norms in your specialty.
5. If you are going to demand an unrealistic increase in your present
position level, such as going for a manager to a VP, you would be best
going it alone.
6.When sending your resume to recruiters, you may request that your
resume not be sent to prospective employers without
discussing it with you.
7. Applying directly to an employer after hearing about a position
through a Recruiter is very risky and unethical. Do not do it.
8. Do not be upset if a Recruiter does not respond to you. If they have
a position that is good match, and you are clearly qualified, then the
odds are favorable they will follow up.
9. For non-executive and managerial level job searches, your best bet is
to approach a company directly since companies in general try to avoid
fees.
Lastly, we again emphasize that that you use many methods for locating a
new position. Diversify your approach. One of them will
often work. Good luck!
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