Recruitment sourcing resources

Recruitment Sourcing Resources

Hello everyone! For those who may not know me, I’m part of an open weekly meeting for recruiters called The Recruiter Roundtable. We meet every Friday at 12:30 PM EST. You can check us out on LinkedIn under “The Recruiter Roundtable” or on YouTube at /@palermorhodes.

This month is particularly exciting as we’re celebrating SOURCETACULAR! We’ll have special guests joining us every Friday.

Here’s the schedule for this month:

• September 6th: Tricia Tamkin from Moore eSSentials
• September 13th: Seamless.AI
• September 20th: Chatterworks
• September 27th: Nebula.io

To find our links, previous episodes, and more, you can search for “The Recruiter Roundtable” on LinkedIn or YouTube.

The best part? All roundtables are completely free! We’re not monetized and have no hidden fees or paywalls. Our goal is to create a space for recruiters—especially those who are solo or remote—to share insights, tips, and challenges with one another.

Everyone in the recruiting industry is welcome to join! Participation is entirely optional, and many prefer to join without turning on their cameras. We’re always open to your suggestions for special guests and new topics!

Feel free to send me a PM if you have any questions or ideas.

Lastly, I’m currently banned from r/recruiting, but if anyone could share this post there, I’d greatly appreciate it. I used to engage with many recruiters on that sub and loved our discussions.

I hope to see you at the Roundtable!

P.S. We also have a Discord channel for further discussions!

How do you relocate to another region as a recruiter?

Seeking Relocation Opportunities as a Recruiter

Hello everyone,

I’m currently a recruiter in Japan, working on end-to-end recruitment at a large international firm. Lately, I’ve been considering a move to Europe, but I’ve hit a few roadblocks with my company’s internal transfer program. The German offices require proficiency in German, and the AMS office seems uncertain about future openings.

I am fluent in Japanese at a business level and have native-level proficiency in both English and Chinese. I’m curious if any of your organizations are looking for someone with my skill set.

I have a strong track record in recruitment and, to be honest, I’m motivated by financial success, which drives my work ethic.

Since most of my clients are based in the EMEA region, I’d love the opportunity to transition my career there, if possible.

If you’ve been in a similar situation and successfully relocated to Europe, I would greatly appreciate your advice and insights.

Thank you!

Do we recruiters or HR professionals use AI in recruitment?

Are recruiters and HR professionals using AI in their hiring processes?

Hi everyone! I’m interested to learn whether you incorporate AI into your recruitment strategies.

Your feedback would be really helpful. Thanks!

Participate in the Poll

Recruiters & Job Seekers: What Are Your Biggest Challenges Right Now?

Attention Recruiters and Job Seekers: What Challenges Are You Facing?

Hello everyone! I’m exploring the recruitment field and am eager to learn about the current challenges that individuals are encountering. If you’re a recruiter or a job seeker, what are the key frustrations or obstacles you’re experiencing? Even the smallest insights can be invaluable as I develop new ideas. I appreciate your help! Thank you!

Question around follow up etiquette

Inquiry About Follow-Up Etiquette

I completed an interview loop for a senior UX position at a prominent tech company a week ago. I promptly sent a thank-you note, which they replied to. Now, I’m curious about when it would be appropriate to reach out for an update. Is it acceptable to follow up with the recruiter after a week, or should I hold off for a bit longer?

Thoughts on a 17.5% Commission package?

Opinions on a 17.5% Commission Package?

Hello everyone,

As a relatively new startup, we’re excited to begin bringing in consultants now that our financial situation is looking strong.

We’re considering offering a competitive commission package of 17.5%, which would increase for those who achieve significantly higher billings. Our aim is to attract and retain top talent, and we noticed that the average commission in our industry falls between 12% and 15%. We wanted to stand out from the competition.

Are there any business owners or managers who see potential downsides to this approach (other than a slight reduction in company profits)?

I would really appreciate your thoughts and suggestions!

Very interested to hear how everyone is experiencing the market in the UK – if you believe people selling training courses, we are back to normal. I recruit for in-house tax (manager and above), and am yet to see this (outside of FS clients)

I’m eager to hear everyone’s thoughts on the current state of the UK market. Some claim that those selling training courses suggest we’ve returned to normal, but from my perspective—recruiting for in-house tax positions (manager level and above)—I haven’t observed this trend, except among financial services clients. What are your experiences?

Tech Agency Recruiters!!!

Attention Tech Agency Recruiters in London!

I’m looking for some insights from those in the field. How do you approach acquiring new clients outside of your industry? Is cold calling still relevant, or do cold email campaigns tend to be more effective? How do LinkedIn messages compare? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

Seeking recommendations for essential tools and software for a one person recruitment firm.

Looking for Recommendations on Essential Tools and Software for My Solo Recruitment Firm

Hello everyone,

I’m excited to share that I’m starting a one-person recruitment firm and I’m reaching out for your recommendations on essential tools and software that can help me operate efficiently while keeping costs down. Here’s what I need assistance with:

1. Candidate Sourcing: I’m searching for tools that can help me find candidates across multiple platforms, not just LinkedIn.

2. Applicant Tracking System (ATS): I need an affordable ATS with basic features to store candidate resumes and a solid search function for future opportunities. I prefer to keep candidate engagement more personal, so I don’t need extensive engagement features.

3. Cold Calling Tools: I’m looking for an economical alternative to ZoomInfo that doesn’t require a long-term contract. Since I rely heavily on cold calling, I need a tool that can provide phone numbers and emails.

4. Email Marketing: I’m interested in finding a more cost-effective solution than Mailchimp.

Previously, I’ve utilized LinkedIn Premium (with unlimited InMails), an AI automation tool for LinkedIn outreach, various job boards, ChatGPT, and an internal ATS. My business predominantly operates through LinkedIn, and I plan on using Recruiter Lite and LinkedIn Business. My focus is on tech roles in a candidate-driven market, so I don’t receive many applications from job postings; however, I will use a local job portal for some candidate sourcing and make two job postings monthly.

I would greatly appreciate any suggestions you have for tools that meet my requirements!

Thanks in advance!

Should I negotiate?

Should I negotiate my job offer?

I just received a job offer that reflects the highest salary I mentioned at the start of the interview process. However, after gaining more insight into the role’s responsibilities, I feel that I may have undervalued myself by approximately 10%. Since the salary range wasn’t listed in the job posting, I can’t directly reference it for comparison. Do you think it’s worth trying to negotiate? If so, what would be the best way to initiate this conversation or follow up via email?