Thinking of quitting…

Considering a change…

I’ve been working as an agency recruiter for nearly three years now. I started out in a resourcing role and did so well that I was promoted to a full 360 role. Last year was a standout for me—I outperformed most of the senior recruiters on the team. I requested a raise and promotion, and while I did receive a promotion, the increase wasn’t as significant as I had hoped, leaving me feeling undervalued and disappointed.

Unfortunately, this year has turned out to be one of the toughest periods in my career so far. I’m putting in the same amount of effort, but I just can’t seem to close any deals. Candidates are accepting counteroffers or other positions, clients are hiring direct applicants, and many have ghosted me or taken too long to respond to CVs, resulting in candidates moving on. It feels like I’m stuck in a never-ending cycle of frustration. The financial impact of not earning commission is hard, but the overwhelming sense of underachievement is taking a toll on my morale. I’ve started to think that it might be time to consider leaving this field for something different.

While my boss is supportive and kind, it seems she doesn’t fully grasp the challenges I’m facing. Her responses often involve encouraging me to stay positive or suggesting I ramp up my business development efforts to generate new opportunities, which feels out of touch with my situation.

For context, I’ve lost over €140k in revenue and €14k in commission so far this year, and we’ve only just finished Q2.

I’ve always enjoyed working with my hands and am contemplating a shift to a career that’s less office-based.

I’d love to hear any thoughts, suggestions, or experiences from others in a similar situation.

Do multiple agencies post job ads for the same position?

Do several agencies advertise for the same job opening?

Hello everyone, where can I see the hot searches, hot search events or news?

Hi everyone! Does anyone know where I can find the latest hot searches, trending events, or news updates?

Searching for recruiters/TAs specializing in NewSpace to collaborate with!!

Looking for Recruiters/Talent Acquisition Specialists in the NewSpace Sector!

Hello everyone,

I’m excited to announce that I’m launching a recruitment agency this month, and I’m on the lookout for a recruiter experienced in the NewSpace market. My focus is on supporting emerging markets and startups that are innovating in sustainable space technologies.

The vision behind this agency is to not only establish our presence but eventually offer embedded recruitment and recruitment operations as a subscription service specifically for startups. I’m passionate about fostering the development of sustainable technologies to ensure a regenerative future for our planet, and I’m eager to find someone with industry expertise to join me on this journey.

If you know anyone in your network who might be interested in a talent acquisition opportunity, please send them my way! Feel free to drop me a DM.

P.S. I’m also open to collaboration with potential co-founders.

Is this Coach interested in me? What is she going to ask in the call?

Is this coach showing interest in me? What questions might she ask during our call?

To provide some context, I spoke with her a few weeks ago about my ACL injury and shared how my high school season went. Today, she texted me about setting up a call on July 7th. Should I view this positively or negatively? I’m uncertain if my injury will affect their interest in me. I have a feeling they were keen on me before the injury, and they mentioned they’d reach out around this time if they wanted to add me to their roster. Thank you for any insights!

Best niche for fast placements

Top Niche for Quick Placements

I just spoke with a recruiting agency representative who managed to fill three positions at a construction firm in just 10 days.

What are your thoughts on this?

Which niches do you believe might provide opportunities for similarly speedy placements?

Am I Getting Ghosted?

Am I Being Ghosted?

I recently applied to a prominent organization in the West for a position at one of their aged care facilities. I’ve had several interviews with them, and each time, they seemed eager to bring me on board. The complication is my visa situation. Right now, I don’t have many options except to wait for my skills assessment or apply for a new visa. I sought legal advice as advised by them and updated the organization on the outcome of that conversation. Since then, however, I haven’t received any responses from them, which is unusual given their typically prompt communication. I reached out for an update this week, but I still didn’t get any conclusive information about the status of my application. Is it safe to say I’ve been totally ghosted or rejected? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Thanks in advance!

How do I find an agency recruiter and get connected?

How can I find and connect with an agency recruiter?

I’ve been on the hunt for full-time Data Analyst positions focused on Cloud and Python along the East Coast, primarily within financial institutions. To be honest, I’m a bit frustrated with the process of browsing corporate websites, applying for jobs, and constantly updating my resume for each application. It often feels like I’m submitting my resume into a void without any acknowledgment of a specific recruiter.

In my search, I’ve started exploring staffing agencies. I’ve checked out their websites and job boards and applied to several positions that caught my interest, tailoring my resume for each. Some of the agencies I’ve considered include ManPower, Robert Half, Randstad, Adecco, Nelson Staffing, TEKSystems, Atrium, Halo Group, Apex Systems, Kforce, Vaco, Career Group, Gainor, Insight Global, and Beacon Hill.

I frequently see others discussing how they connect with agency recruiters to land jobs, but I’m at a loss when it comes to actually reaching out to a recruiter who can assist me. I’ve even searched LinkedIn for ‘(Senior/Staff) Recruiters at specific agencies’ and sent messages, but haven’t received any responses. This is understandable, as they might not be focusing on Data Analyst roles.

So, my question is: How do I find a recruiter at an agency who specializes in Data Analyst positions for my target area and industry? What’s the best way to connect with them?

Also, do I need to pay for any consultancy services in this process?

Hiring paused after receiving offer

Hiring on Hold After Receiving Job Offer

I was thrilled to receive a written offer letter for a position I was really excited about. After getting the offer, there were several items that needed negotiation, including the start date and bonus details. References were successfully completed, and I was informed that I would receive an updated offer soon. I was advised not to notify my current employer until all conditions of the offer were finalized.

However, a few weeks passed, including the original start date from the initial offer. When I followed up, I was informed that, due to various operational reasons, they needed to pause the hiring process. They expressed disappointment, stating that I was a great candidate.

Has anyone else faced a similar situation? I’m genuinely interested in the role and am considering reaching out in a few months to see if the hiring process might resume. I did let them know in my response that I remain interested for the future. How long do you think I should wait before following up, and have any of you successfully navigated a situation like this? Did it lead to a job offer later on?

Recruiters who are in Tech/AI companies, what ATS do you use?

Attention recruiters in the Tech and AI sectors: What applicant tracking systems (ATS) do you recommend? I’m looking for insights on the best ATS options for recruiting in tech and AI companies. Your feedback would be greatly appreciated!