Starting My Own Business in the UK
Hello everyone,
I’m seeking advice on how to start my own business, particularly regarding company setup.
I plan to take a gradual approach while continuing my in-house job. Would it be more advantageous to open a limited company with an accountant, or should I consider starting out as self-employed? I’d appreciate any insights on the logistics of both options. Thank you!
A Day in the Life of a Recruiter
Hello, fellow recruiters!
I’m curious about what your typical day looks like, whether you work in-house or at an agency.
It would be fantastic if you could share an hour-by-hour breakdown of your day or something along those lines! 😊
Temporary Offer Guidance
I typically focus on permanent recruitment, but I’m navigating a situation with a client who can only provide a day rate for a role.
The client is keen to extend an offer and is inquiring about the candidate’s expected rate.
Should I factor in my desired margin percentage when advising the client on the candidate’s expectations? For example, if the candidate is asking for £500 per day and I need a 20% margin, would I present the candidate’s demand as £600 per day?
Should I clarify to the client that this amount includes my fees, or would I be better off simply stating the £600 per day without further context?
Is a 20% margin too high in this context? Have others experienced situations where clients withdrew offers due to high margin fees?
What should my commission be as a freelance recruiter in Japan?
I’m about to embark on my journey as a freelance recruiter and have a potential collaboration opportunity with a recruitment agency. They’re seeking assistance for a Japanese client but struggle to connect with candidates in Japan. They are offering a commission-only pay structure.
For those who have experience in Japan (or elsewhere), I would appreciate your insights on what a fair commission rate might be. They’ve provided me with around five roles to fill.
Additionally, I have four years of recruiting experience and speak both Japanese and English fluently. Thank you for your advice!
Negotiation gone wrong? 🤔
I was in talks with a company about a job offer, which initially started at $40/hour. I managed to negotiate it up to $45/hour, but then HR responded with, “Sorry, we can’t offer you a higher rate. Thank you for your time, and we wish you luck.”
This is the first time I’ve encountered a response like this during negotiations. What do you think about it?
The Role of Spreadsheets in Recruitment
How much do you rely on tools like Google Sheets, Excel, or Airtable in your recruitment process? Do you primarily use them, or do they serve more as supplementary resources? Are you satisfied with how these tools assist you?
After nine years of running my own agency, I’ve worked with a variety of tools—both internally and for clients—and I’m eager to gather more insights.
Resume Database:
What are the best strategies for efficiently managing thousands of resumes?
Hello everyone,
I would appreciate your thoughts on my current situation as I navigate my job search.
After taking a short career break to reassess my path, I’ve realized that my previous position, which I once considered my dream job, was not what I had hoped for. After more than a decade of climbing the ranks and expanding my skills, I spent two frustrating years in a role that left me feeling unfulfilled. During my break, I explored some long-held business ideas and feel optimistic about one in particular. I envision launching it fully, but I need to settle some debts first and secure a steady income to support my partner and myself—her income alone isn’t sufficient.
To that end, I’ve been applying for positions I held two to three promotions ago—jobs I know I could excel in. However, I’ve encountered significant challenges in the application process, facing quick rejections and silence from potential employers.
One opportunity appeared promising—an application for a senior management role in manufacturing that aligned with my experience—but I ultimately withdrew because it wouldn’t allow me the time and flexibility needed to grow my business.
I’ve realized I no longer seek the high-stress environment of my past roles, and I’m willing to live modestly while I nurture my business. However, it feels disingenuous to tone down my CV to fit what employers might expect. While I understand I should explain my situation in a cover letter, I fear that being completely honest might push my application to the bottom of the pile. As a result, I’ve opted to skip the cover letters altogether.
In past recruiting experiences, I’ve often reached out to overqualified candidates to discuss their motivations for applying for lower-level positions. However, I haven’t received similar outreach myself.
I’m at a crossroads: I want to be truthful about my situation, but I’m worried that it will hinder my chances of securing interviews. What would you suggest I do? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Applied directly, but have connections with an external recruiter
I’m currently on the job hunt and recently interviewed for a technical sales position. I applied directly because I have a good relationship with the hiring manager, but I know I’m up against candidates whose experience aligns more closely with the job description, especially since I’m making a slight pivot in my career.
An old friend of mine, who works in external recruitment, has been keeping an eye out for potential roles to recommend me for and even prioritized my profile.
I just noticed that my recruiter friend posted a job ad a few weeks back for the same position I’m considering. I can see why they didn’t recommend me initially, as it’s a lateral move and falls below the salary range I provided them.
Do you think I should mention to my recruiter friend that I’m in discussions with the hiring manager about this role? Would they be able to help improve my chances of receiving an offer, or might it create conflict about the candidate sourcing between the recruiter and the company?
LinkedIn
I noticed that candidates can now filter job searches for female-founded companies. How can I ensure that my company appears in that search and register us as female-founded on LinkedIn?
