conversation with recruiter

Conversation with a Recruiter

Hi everyone! I’m a bit unsure if this is appropriate to post here, but I could use some advice.

I have a meeting scheduled with a recruiter soon, where they want to learn more about me. As I understand it, they’re looking to gather information to represent me well for a potential position.

I’m contemplating whether to mention the gap in my resume (from graduation to now) due to a family emergency. What do you think? Is it important to bring that up?

Aside from the job description, are there any other points about myself that I should highlight during our conversation? I tend to get anxious in interviews and sometimes come off as either too formal or too casual.

Thanks so much for any tips you can offer! Wishing everyone some good luck in finding unexpected blessings!

Crimson Education- legit jobs?

Is Crimson Education hiring for real?

Has anyone here interacted with the recruitment team at Crimson Education? They appear to be expanding rapidly. I found it a bit odd when I received a LinkedIn message from their “COO” inquiring if I was interested in a position. Do you think it’s strange for the COO of such a “fast-growing edtech company” to reach out to individuals directly? I’ve noticed they have multiple recruiters on LinkedIn as well. Maybe I’m overthinking this, but it raises a few red flags for me. What do you all think? Any personal experiences to share?

Which ATS can give me advanced recruitment analytics and insights.

Which Applicant Tracking System (ATS) offers advanced recruitment analytics and insights?

I want to be very specific about my requirements.

Here are the key metrics I’m looking for:

1. Candidate Aging Report
2. Submitted vs. Accepted Candidates
3. The total number of candidates submitted by the Talent Acquisition (TA) professional compared to the total number of candidates accepted by the business.

Does any ATS provide this data?

We need help your help Recruiters

Attention Recruiters: We Need Your Insights!

As part of a team developing an HR tech tool, I’m eager to gather your opinions.

In your recruitment process, what matters more to you: an applicant tracking system (ATS) for managing candidates or a customer relationship management (CRM) system for nurturing relationships? Let us know your thoughts!

New ATS

Exploring New ATS Options

We’re on the lookout for new Applicant Tracking System (ATS) solutions. We’ve been using Lever since 2019, and while it’s served us well, we’ve recently faced some challenges like instability, issues with sending multiple email attachments, and a lack of innovation on their platform. Additionally, they still don’t integrate with Calendly, and their built-in calendar tool feels outdated.

Lately, Ashby seems to be gaining a lot of attention. I’m curious if anyone has had experience with it? It seems like every time I see Ashby mentioned on LinkedIn, the team is right there engaging with the conversation! 😂 They probably have some sponsored clients too. But hey, maybe I’m just being skeptical—maybe they’re truly outstanding!

To give you some context, we’re a team of 550 and planning to hire 200 more next year.

I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences!

Advice from a Recruiter from a Candidate

Advice from a Recruiter: A Candidate’s Perspective

I’m not quite sure where to share this, so bear with me if this isn’t the right place. I was recently recruited for a job in a neighboring state, but I might have been overly optimistic about the time needed for essential tasks like finding housing, planning the move, notifying my current employer, and breaking my lease. Initially, I aimed for a start date in late October, but then the area I was moving to suffered significant damage from Hurricane Helene. This disaster disrupted my plans, cutting off two weeks when I could have worked with a realtor due to power outages and blocked roads.

As a result, I hesitated to inform my current employer about my departure, fearing I might end up homeless and without a job before securing my new place. Just last Thursday, I finally found a new apartment and requested my recruiter to push my start date to November 11. I planned to resign from my current job the same day, but I then learned that if I didn’t provide six weeks’ notice, I would forfeit all my accrued PTO—definitely not what I wanted.

I hadn’t intended to raise this issue with my employer until my new job was confirmed, so I’m feeling hesitant about asking the recruiter again if I can push my start date to late November. To add to my stress, my current apartment complex has introduced a new clause in the lease, which I’ve held for three years, imposing a penalty of $3,600 along with two months’ rent. It feels overwhelming to bear these extra costs while starting a new job.

Given these challenges, is it unreasonable for me to request another extension on my start date? I’m really anxious about reaching out to the recruiter again. Any advice would be appreciated!

I need insights from HR professionals

Seeking insights from HR professionals! I’m interested to know—what essential factors do you take into account when choosing the ideal ATS or CRM tool for your organization’s talent acquisition requirements?

Carte blanche recruitment

Carte Blanche Recruitment

I’m engaging in a bit of introspection here. If you were to launch a recruitment agency tomorrow, how would you approach it differently?

Would you implement percentage-based fees? Would you opt for 360 consultants? Would you entertain contingent recruitment? Or perhaps incorporate fun accessories like silly hats? I’m eager to hear your thoughts!

How to get text from UK to US

Subject: Sending Text Messages from the UK to the US

Hello everyone,

I’m looking for guidance on how to enable SMS functionality for my open phone or any other VOIP service. Are there any options available that do not require an EIN or US registration?

Thank you in advance for your help! I hope you’re doing well.

Best regards,
[Your Name]

27 yrs today

Celebrating 27 years today! 🎉 Time for a little self-promotion. It’s been 27 years since I began my journey of smiling and dialing. It’s incredible to see how much the industry has transformed while still holding onto some familiar routines.

I can’t help but wonder if I’ll stick around for another 27 years. That would put me at 82! Never imagined I’d reach that age, so who knows what the future holds? Here’s to the next chapter!