Let’s make this sub better!
RCadmin Let’s work together to improve this subreddit! Currently, there are two Reddit communities dedicated to recruiting and headhunting: this one and r/recruiting. I’ve been quite active in the recruiting sub…
March 2025
Staff Augmentation to the rescue
Staff Augmentation to the Rescue! Is nearshore the new offshore? Let’s explore!
The NEVERS OF RECRUITING (with exceptions)
The Essential Guidelines of Recruiting (With Some Exceptions) I’ve shared this in various forums, Facebook groups, and Discord, and it’s certainly sparked some debate. However, after over 26 years in…
Commission changes / what is your commission split between Recruiter / AM?
Commission Structure: What’s Your Split Between Recruiter and Account Manager? In most agencies, commissions are typically divided between Recruiters and Sales/Account Managers (AMs). The AM usually brings in the business,…
Dodgy HR Managers
Questionable HR Practices I recently encountered a rather unprofessional situation with a HR director from a large organization regarding a candidate I had placed. Here’s what happened: After discussing with…
Background Checks: to charge or not to charge?
Background Checks: To Charge or Not to Charge? I’m interested in hearing how others manage the costs associated with background checks. As the owner of a boutique recruiting firm, we…
Is the recruitment industry in need of automation?
Does the recruitment industry need a tech upgrade? I’ve been reflecting on the more tedious aspects of recruiting, and I’m curious: what processes do you wish could be automated? Whether…
A Non-IT Guy, putting efforts to enter the corporate world.
Navigating the Corporate World as a Non-IT Graduate I’m a recent post-graduate in agriculture without any work experience, and I’m eager to transition into the corporate sector. However, my background…
Are there different rejection letters you send candidates who were close vs candidates who were not at all competitive?
Do companies use different rejection letters for candidates who were on the verge of being hired versus those who weren’t competitive at all? Is there a standard rejection template for…
Recruitment agency owners, how did you land your first client when starting from scratch?
Attention recruitment agency owners! How did you secure your very first client when you were just starting out? What specific niche did you focus on? Can you share the strategies…