For some job seekers, working with a recruiter will be part of your job search plan. Understanding the recruiting process can take out some of the mystery involved in placing candidates.
Recently, I talked with Tony Beshara who has placed more than 6,500 people in jobs and interviewed more than 22,000 in his career.
Tony is the author of two books, “The Job Search Solution” and “Acing the Interview.” He is recognized as a leading recruiter because of the high number of candidates he places.
Tony’s insider information is helpful because it brings hands-on experience to some of the questions that puzzle job seekers.
Knowing what recruiters can and can’t do for you will help to take the frustration out of your search and help you develop a more realistic understanding of how a recruiting relationship works.
From my experience, job seekers tend to blame recruiters for not finding them a job. Remember, recruiters are paid by the client. They’re loyal to the client, meeting their needs not your professional goals.
A recruiter cannot get you a job. They can give you an opportunity to interview, but it’s up to you to get the job.
Start right now by counting to 10, maybe 15. That’s how much time your resume will spend in a recruiter’s hands. Firms receive hundreds of resumes, your resume might get 10-15 seconds of review.
Recruiters are “information brokers” and “hiring-process managers” not career counselors or advisers. They are focused on finding the best candidate for their client.
What experiences have you had with recruiters?
