User research

Subject: Request for Your Insights on Recruitment Tasks

Hello everyone,

I’m currently gathering insights for a research project focused on the recruitment industry.

I would love to hear about the tasks you find most time-consuming in your work.

Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.

Thank you!

better database search

Enhancing Database Search Functionality

Hello everyone,

I’m a consultant collaborating with a recruiting firm that utilizes Loxo as their Applicant Tracking System (ATS). We’ve been discussing ways to improve search capabilities within Loxo, and I wanted to open up the conversation here to see if others share similar insights or experiences. Your feedback could play a crucial role in shaping solutions that could benefit your own companies as well.

The core issue we’re facing is the challenge of searching through the database for candidates, particularly when it comes to accessing notes and call recordings. This limitation is proving to be a significant inefficiency in our workflow.

Here are a few remarks from our recent discussions:

• “The search functionality in Loxo is the only aspect I’m not fond of.”
• “We considered migrating away from Loxo, but if the search issues are resolved, there would be no reason to leave.”
• “It’s challenging to provide progress updates to management; viewing all candidates’ notes for a specific job requires downloading a CSV file for a comprehensive overview.”

Is anyone else experiencing similar challenges with their ATS? How are you managing these issues? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

Starting out

Embarking on a New Journey

Hello everyone,

I’m a recruiter based in the U.K. with over a decade of experience and a solid track record (I’ve consistently billed over 200k annually). After years of contemplating it, I believe it’s time to begin laying the groundwork for my own recruitment business. I wanted to build a strong foundation in the industry before taking this leap.

If anyone has gone through a similar experience, I would greatly appreciate your insights. What mistakes did you encounter? What recommendations do you have? What should my next steps be?

I know I need to think about operating costs, legal documents/contracts, a website, a recruitment system, and more. I’m not expecting detailed answers to cover everything, but any advice—no matter how brief—would be incredibly helpful.

I plan to self-fund but am also aware there are various credit options available, so I’d love to hear about anyone’s experiences with that as well.

Thank you!

Is it just a numbers game?

Is it merely a numbers game?

Hi everyone,

I’m not a recruiter, but recently, I’ve been inundated with messages from recruiters whenever my company posts a new job opening. This has led me to ponder the strategies recruiters use to attract clients.

Do recruiters categorize potential clients based on factors like skills, roles, company size, growth, or performance? Or is it primarily a numbers game, where they cast a wide net and see what catches on?

I’d love to hear your thoughts or experiences on this!

Help! I’m a National Science Foundation researcher interested in learning more about technology use in recruiting. If you’re a recruiter or talent acquisition specialist, I’d like to interview you (10-15min)!

Hello! I’m a researcher with the National Science Foundation exploring technology use in recruiting. If you’re a recruiter or talent acquisition specialist, I’d love to interview you for about 10-15 minutes!

I’m using a throwaway account, as I’m an assistant research professor studying recruiters’ workflows and the role of technology in the hiring process. My goal is to gather insights from professionals across various sectors and company sizes to build a comprehensive understanding of the landscape.

If you’re open to sharing your expertise in a short interview, I would be extremely grateful! Please send me a direct message with your LinkedIn, and I’ll provide a link to schedule a time that works for you. Thank you!

Can a company know about employment history using PAN number?

Is it possible for a company to access employment history through a PAN number?

Should I take the leap? Starting a recruitment company in the US tech sector in 2025 – worth it or not?

Should I take the plunge? Thinking about starting a recruitment agency in the US tech sector in 2025—what do you think?

Hello fellow Redditors,

I’m contemplating launching a recruitment company focused on the US tech sector and would love to gather your thoughts and advice. With the job market continuously changing, I’m wondering if 2025 is the right time to take this step.

Before I make any decisions, I would appreciate your insights on a few points:

• What key steps should I focus on before launching my recruitment agency?
• What challenges and opportunities might I encounter in the US tech sector?
• What are effective strategies for reaching out to companies and establishing partnerships?

In particular, I’m curious about:

• How do companies usually react when approached by a recruitment agency?
• What key factors do companies consider when choosing to partner with a recruitment firm?

Thank you for your input!

General US recruiting roles guidance

Guidance on US Recruiting Roles

Hello everyone,

I hope you’re well.

I’m an experienced recruiter with over 10 years in EMEA and APAC, currently working with a FAANG company. My husband recently secured a job in the Bay Area while I remain in EMEA. For the past few months, my employer indicated that a transfer to the Bay Area office was possible, but this morning I learned that isn’t the case.

I plan to file my EAD next week, and I’m reaching out for guidance on the likelihood of securing a recruiting role in the Bay Area with an EAD. Additionally, I’m curious about the chances of landing a position without an EAD if I decide to resign and relocate to the US while my EAD is still in process.

Thank you in advance for your thoughtful and helpful advice!

P.S. I specialize in technical recruiting.

Question for agency owners!

Attention agency owners!

When presenting candidates for remote positions, do you generally favor those who are willing to accept lower salaries?

Or do you focus on finding the ideal candidate for the role, independent of their salary expectations?

We’d love to hear your insights!

As a Recruiter/HR What are the biggest challenges you face?

Title: Calling All Recruiters/HR Professionals: What Challenges Do You Encounter?

Good morning, everyone! I’m interested in hearing about the challenges you face in your current workflow that hinder your efficiency or make your role more difficult. What aspects do you believe could use improvement?

Looking forward to your insights! Thank you!