Jan 1st – how many of us are breaking away and going solo in 2025?

Title: Carving My Own Path: Embracing Independence in the Recruitment Industry

As we usher in the New Year, many professionals are contemplating significant career shifts, and I find myself among them, looking towards a fresh start as an independent recruiter in 2025. After five years entrenched in the recruitment sector, with a track record of consistent billing and hands-on leadership roles, I’ve built a robust network of industry connections. Yet, despite these accomplishments, I’ve become disillusioned with the industry’s culture.

Traditional incentives—like exclusive lunch clubs or lavish trips with young colleagues—no longer captivate my interest. Instead, my focus has shifted towards delivering exceptional service to clients and achieving unmatched success on my terms, without the burnout that the current culture often brings.

Reflecting on the past year, the realization hit me: in just three months, I generated $90,000 in revenue for my firm through relationships I’ve fostered over time, and for what? The prospect of the company being sold in the next decade, with only a vague promise of potential equity, felt less than rewarding.

This contemplation has ignited a desire to channel my energies into positive action. By the end of this month, I aim to launch my brand within my niche, offering services that align with my vision of excellence and autonomy.

I can’t be the only one plotting such a course this year. Surely, some of you have similar ambitions. Maybe it’s time we focused on ambitious, career-defining resolutions, rather than the usual promises to hit the gym or cut back on indulgences. For those who are ready to take control and redefine success, let’s see what this new chapter holds.

You’re highly mistaken if you think WFH is easy

Why Working from Home Isn’t Always a Breeze

While working from home certainly has its perks—like saying goodbye to long commutes and enjoying the comfort of relaxed attire—it also presents unique challenges. The flexibility of remote work can sometimes blur the lines between professional obligations and personal time, making it difficult to truly disconnect. Endless meetings can dominate your schedule, leaving little room for work-life balance. It’s all too easy for work to seep into every corner of your day, as if home has suddenly turned into an office that never closes. Unfortunately, this can often lead to the feeling that supervisors overlook the importance of personal time and the life one leads beyond the confines of the job.

You go to the office to work. Don’t expect to make friends there

The Professional Office: Building Connections While Staying Focused on Work

In the modern workplace, the primary objective is, of course, to accomplish your professional responsibilities. However, given the fact that a significant portion of our day is spent at the office, it becomes essential to cultivate a positive environment. Engaging with colleagues who can provide a listening ear during relaxed moments like lunch or coffee breaks can significantly enhance your workplace experience.

While the adage “you don’t go to work to make friends” holds a degree of truth, forging these connections can have a positive impact on your overall well-being. Sharing day-to-day interactions and casual conversations can be a key factor in maintaining a balanced and happy work life, fostering a sense of camaraderie that nourishes both your professional and personal growth.

Looking for projects

🌟 Seeking New Opportunities 🌟

Hello everyone! I’m an executive and technical recruiter specializing in the North American market. I’ve recently wrapped up several projects in the Data Center sector and now have some bandwidth available. If any of you are looking for assistance with your recruitment needs, feel free to drop me a message. I’d love to collaborate! Wishing you all the best in your searches! 😃👍🏽

How to approach prospective clients

Strategies for Engaging Potential Clients

Hello everyone,

As someone who is new to the recruiting field, I’m seeking your insights on effectively approaching prospective clients you’d like to partner with. Our team has a goal of signing a certain number of new clients each quarter, but so far, I’ve struggled to make any connections. I’m beginning to wonder if companies are handling their recruitment internally or if the market is simply flooded with recruiters, making my outreach efforts feel similar to telemarketing. Any advice or best practices you could share would be greatly appreciated!

Prompts for targetting/recruiting the right people

Request for Targeted Recruitment Prompts

Hello! I’m working in the hospitality sector and am looking to hire new staff. To improve my recruitment efforts, I’d like to gain a better understanding of the online behavior of waiters. This insight will help me target this group more effectively. Does anyone have useful prompts for ChatGPT that can generate detailed insights about the specific platforms they use and the topics they engage with? Thank you!

Working with software agencies

Collaborating with Software Agencies
I recently opened up two software engineering positions and have received numerous inquiries from software agencies offering to provide developers for our projects.

Has anyone here had experience working with software agencies? Would it be a viable option to present to my boss?

From a recruitment perspective, what is going on? My odd experience

Title: Seeking Clarity on My Recruitment Experience

Hello everyone,

I’d appreciate your insights on my recent recruitment experience, as I’m a bit puzzled by the situation.

I applied for two roles at a remote company and was quickly rejected for one, while the other led to an interview invitation, which I was thrilled about.

I went through a series of three interviews and put significant effort into a major presentation that required extensive preparation. During the final interview two weeks ago, I felt it went reasonably well. The hiring manager mentioned they were having difficulties with recruitment, which seemed promising for my chances. I was told to expect a decision by the end of last week (just four days later), which I was fine with.

However, after 1.5 weeks with no updates, I sent a polite follow-up email to the in-house recruiter, considering they might be busy given their numerous job postings. Unfortunately, there was no response. Interestingly, I also noticed that the job listing was either taken down just before or right after my inquiry.

Feeling frustrated by the lack of communication, I reached out again yesterday—this time to the recruiter and the two managers involved in the process. I expressed my desire for an update and explained that I was holding off on other offers pending their decision. I was careful to maintain a polite tone, but I did convey my frustration.

Still, I received no replies from any of them yesterday.

Then, late last night, I saw that the job was reposted under a slightly different title, but with essentially the same details.

Can anyone provide insights into what might be happening here?

• If I wasn’t selected, why hasn’t a rejection email been sent? With an ATS in place, it shouldn’t be difficult.
• If I was chosen for the position, why the delay and reposting?
• If there’s another reason, why hasn’t anyone responded to my emails?

Thanks for your thoughts!

Help!

Help needed!
I’m landing job interviews but struggling to convert them into offers.

What could I be doing wrong?

Please help me create my portfolio to better serve recruiters!

I’m looking for your help in creating a portfolio that will resonate with recruiters!

As a software developer working on my portfolio, I’d love to gather some insights before I start designing and building it. If any tech recruiters are willing to spare a moment to answer a few questions in a brief survey, I would be incredibly grateful.

Your feedback is vital to me; it will help me understand what is most important when assessing portfolios and how to streamline the process for everyone involved. Thank you so much in advance for your time and expertise—your support means a great deal to me.

If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Here’s the survey link: https://forms.gle/6Bea7y7gG46Aoo4v7