Carte Blanche Recruitment
I’m engaging in a bit of introspection here. If you were to launch a recruitment agency tomorrow, how would you approach it differently?
Would you implement percentage-based fees? Would you opt for 360 consultants? Would you entertain contingent recruitment? Or perhaps incorporate fun accessories like silly hats? I’m eager to hear your thoughts!
Subject: Sending Text Messages from the UK to the US
Hello everyone,
I’m looking for guidance on how to enable SMS functionality for my open phone or any other VOIP service. Are there any options available that do not require an EIN or US registration?
Thank you in advance for your help! I hope you’re doing well.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
Celebrating 27 years today! 🎉 Time for a little self-promotion. It’s been 27 years since I began my journey of smiling and dialing. It’s incredible to see how much the industry has transformed while still holding onto some familiar routines.
I can’t help but wonder if I’ll stick around for another 27 years. That would put me at 82! Never imagined I’d reach that age, so who knows what the future holds? Here’s to the next chapter!
Hi everyone,
I’m thinking about launching a platform called “CandidViews” that allows individuals to share their interview experiences and reviews of different companies. My aim is to provide job seekers with genuine insights into what they can expect during the interview process.
Here are some features I’m considering:
I feel that existing platforms like Glassdoor don’t emphasize the interview aspect enough and can sometimes overwhelm users with too much information. CandidViews will be more focused and streamlined, specifically targeting the interview experience.
I’d love to get your feedback on whether you think this idea would be helpful and if it’s worth pursuing!
Thanks for your input!
J4CK
Top Productivity Tools for Recruitment Agencies
As the owner of a successful recruitment agency in the UK, I’ve always aimed to maintain a lean team. However, I recognize that this approach may restrict growth potential. To counter this, I’m exploring tools that can enhance efficiency and streamline our processes.
I’m curious to hear about the AI tools that people have discovered over the past couple of years. What have you found helpful in saving time and boosting productivity?
Poor References Encounter
I spent about 30 minutes assessing a candidate for a position and, as usual, I requested a few references. He kindly provided eight.
After our conversation, I started contacting the references he listed. The first one didn’t recall who he was, which can happen, especially with candidates from contract roles.
The second manager I reached out to surprised me by stating that he wouldn’t recommend the candidate and advised against hiring him. I initially thought he was joking, but he was serious. He explained that he had to let the candidate go just three months in due to excessive chatting and not keeping up with work.
The third manager mentioned that the candidate lacked understanding of the fit-out sequence and wasn’t utilizing the technology provided for workflow effectively.
The fourth reference gave a rather lukewarm response with minimal detail. I still have four more references to contact tomorrow.
Given these findings, I don’t plan to move forward with this candidate, but I will continue to collect references as they could be useful for potential client opportunities.
My question is: Should I inform the candidate about the negative feedback from the references?
Recruiting Using LinkedIn Jobs
I’m starting a new recruiting agency focused on accounting and am wondering if I can post unsponsored job listings on LinkedIn using my personal profile. Would this approach be sufficient to attract candidates? I also plan to use Sales Navigator for headhunting. I’m concerned that creating a business page for my agency might make it challenging to establish credibility since it would be starting from zero. Any advice would be appreciated! Thank you!
Subject: Should I Include a Short-Lived Role on My CV/LinkedIn?
Hi everyone,
I’m currently an Account Manager in the tech industry with a solid CV, but I encountered a small setback in my most recent role, which lasted only two weeks after a 2.5-year tenure. After taking a career break to travel with my fiancé, I’ve returned to the job market and facing challenges in securing interviews. In the past, I’ve typically been headhunted, so this situation is quite new for me.
I recently started a position at a local company, but soon discovered that the EMEA VP I interviewed with had left just days after I started. This raised several concerns about the company’s direction, and I decided to leave after two weeks due to ongoing red flags.
Now, I’m unsure whether to include this brief role on my CV/LinkedIn. Given its recency, would it be better to show that I’m currently employed, or should I remove all mention of it? I’d appreciate your thoughts!
Thank you!
What is the typical referral fee for connecting my clients with venture capitalists?
Having spent nearly ten years in recruitment, I’m in the process of expanding my network and have connected with a significant number of venture capitalists seeking new companies and projects to collaborate on.
As I navigate this new territory, I would like to know if I should charge a “finder’s fee” or “referral fee” to the client, the VC, or perhaps both? What is the industry standard for these fees?
I would greatly appreciate any insights you can share. Thank you in advance!
How are applicant resumes organized? Does the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) prioritize candidates based on perceived qualifications, or does it sort them by the most recent submissions?
I’m finding it difficult to connect with a real person in the hiring process. Is the recruiting landscape really as chaotic as it seems right now?
