Top Productivity Tools
As the owner of a successful recruitment agency in the UK, I aim to maintain a lean team while still driving growth. To do this, I’m exploring innovative tools that can enhance our efficiency and save us time.
What AI tools have you found to be effective over the past couple of years? I’m eager to hear your recommendations!
I recently spent about 30 minutes assessing a candidate for a position. As is standard practice, I requested a couple of references, and he provided eight. After our conversation, I began reaching out to these references.
The first reference didn’t even remember who the candidate was. That can happen sometimes, especially when candidates have worked on various contracts. However, the second manager I contacted outright said he wouldn’t recommend the candidate and suggested I avoid hiring him. At first, I thought he was joking, but he wasn’t—he informed me that he had to let the candidate go just three months in due to constant chatter that hindered productivity.
The third manager mentioned that the candidate didn’t grasp the fit-out sequence and failed to utilize the technology provided for workflow. The fourth reference offered a vague response with little insight. I’ll be contacting four more references tomorrow.
Given these responses, I won’t be putting this candidate forward for the role, but I will continue to collect references since they may lead to potential client opportunities.
My question is: Do you think I should inform the candidate about the negative feedback from the references?
Using LinkedIn Jobs for Recruitment
As a newly established recruiting agency specializing in accounting, am I able to post unsponsored job listings on LinkedIn using my personal profile? Will this approach be sufficient to attract candidates, especially since I plan to utilize Sales Navigator for headhunting? I’m concerned about the challenges of creating a business page for my agency, as it would be starting from the ground up in terms of credibility. Any insights would be appreciated! Thank you!
Seeking Advice: Should I Include a Recent Short-Term Role on My CV/LinkedIn?
Hi everyone,
I’m currently an Account Manager in the tech industry with a solid CV, but I’ve had a small hiccup in my most recent position during a 2.5-year tenure. After taking a career break to travel with my fiancé, I’ve struggled to secure interviews upon my return, as I’ve usually been headhunted in the past.
I finally secured a role at a local company, but shortly after starting, I discovered that the new EMEA VP, who had been my final interviewer, left the company just eight days in. His exit raised several red flags about the company’s stability, and after only two weeks, I decided to leave as well.
Now, I’m wondering if I should include this brief role on my CV/LinkedIn. Since it’s so recent, would it be better to show that I was employed, or should I omit it altogether? Any insights would be greatly appreciated!
What is the typical referral fee for introducing clients to venture capitalists?
After spending nearly ten years in recruitment, I’m currently broadening my network and have connected with a significant number of venture capitalists seeking new companies and projects to partner with.
As I navigate this new territory, I’d like to gather thoughts on whether I should charge a “finder’s fee” or “referral fee” to the client, the VC, or both. What is the standard practice in this industry?
I would greatly appreciate any insights you can share. Thank you in advance!
How are applicant resumes typically organized?
Does the Applicant Tracking System prioritize candidates it deems most qualified, or does it arrange them by the date of submission?
I’m finding it difficult to connect with a real person during this process. Is recruiting really as hectic as it seems right now?
Is MES Recruitment Worth Pursuing?
I’ve been working as a recruiter for a few years now, gaining experience in various sectors such as IT, tech, and gaming. Recently, I transitioned to the manufacturing side of life sciences after moving to Denmark, where I’ve taken on the role of life science recruitment specialist.
I’ve grown weary of spreading myself too thin across different areas, as I feel it’s hindering my ability to provide meaningful value to both candidates and clients. I want to stand out from the crowd of recruiters, and I’ve found that I excelled when working with a client who consistently needed similar roles, allowing me to develop a deeper understanding of those positions.
I’m not the typical sales-oriented recruiter who thrives on cold calls, so I’m considering specializing in one field to enhance my knowledge and present that expertise as my unique selling point. While being effective in sales is important, I believe that honing my skills in a specific area can help compensate for my current limitations.
I’ve recently discovered that Reddit can be a valuable resource, so I’m reaching out to see if anyone here has insights into the Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) field.
My research has revealed that MES is much broader than I initially thought, especially since I’ve only placed one Aveva specialist so far.
To put it simply, what do you all think about the future of MES? Does it make sense for me to focus solely on MES roles related to PAS-X, Siemens, Aveva, and Rockwell?
As I’m new to this field, I would greatly appreciate any advice or information you can share. Thank you!
Contractor Responsibilities
Hello seasoned recruiters, I’d like to get your insights on a situation I’m facing. As a contractor, I spent quite some time identifying the ideal candidate for a position, but once I extended the offer, the HR manager stepped in. Now, after 2.5 weeks, the candidate still hasn’t signed the contract. I’m curious—at what point does a recruiter’s responsibility end? If the candidate doesn’t sign, is that on the recruiter? Thank you for your thoughts!
Career Transition to the Rail Industry (UK)
Hello everyone! I’m eager to transition into the rail industry and would appreciate your insights. I have a background in Project Management within technology delivery, and my passion for rail has been a constant throughout my life as a dedicated rail user. I’m interested in pursuing management positions, rather than roles such as train driver or track engineer.
I possess transferable skills in areas like planning, risk management, and change management. If anyone has advice or tips for someone making this career switch, I would be incredibly grateful. Thank you!
Is the free plan on Loxo.co sufficient? I utilize Sales Navigator for sourcing, but I’m unsure if the free plan allows me to post a job on all job boards simultaneously. This isn’t clear from the information on their website.
