How to actually stand out in job postings and to recruiters? What’s actually working in these ATS systems?

How can you truly differentiate yourself in job postings and appeal to recruiters? What really functions in today’s ATS systems?

Is it essential to limit your resume to just one page? Should you include a summary at the top? Is using a two-column layout going to hurt your chances?

What’s the best approach to customize resumes for each job application?

I’ve observed many people facing challenges and experimenting with different strategies; the process often seems subjective. I’d love to hear what’s genuinely effective for others and what recruiters are actually considering!

Recruitment platform MVP

Introducing Our Recruitment Platform MVP

Hello Recruiters,

We’re excited to share our Minimum Viable Product (MVP) with you: CV Shift.

My friend and I are embarking on the journey of creating a candidate hub where individuals from across the globe can submit their CVs. In turn, recruiters can register to explore a diverse pool of candidates, filter through their profiles, and set up appointments.

Our mission is to provide small to medium-sized recruitment agencies with a user-friendly platform that offers:

• A comprehensive list to sort and shortlist candidates of interest
• Concise summaries and overviews highlighting candidates’ skills and expertise
• Access to candidates’ contact information, along with a feature for sending personalized emails directly through the portal
• Analytics and reporting tools
• The ability for multiple users to access the same plan

We’d greatly appreciate your thoughts! Is this concept valuable to you? How can we enhance it? What features would you like to see in a streamlined recruitment platform?

Thank you for your time, and have a fantastic day!

BD Techniques

Business Development Strategies

I’m looking for advice on business development strategies as I recently joined a new company as a finance specialist, where BD is a key focus.

What techniques have worked well for you in BD? Do you have any success stories to share? I’m particularly interested in ways to get responses on LinkedIn. If you could provide some examples of messages you typically send, that would be incredibly helpful!

Thanks in advance to everyone—I’m a recruiter aiming to make a great impression during my probation period!

What ATS problems do you face most often, and what alternatives have worked for you?

What challenges do you encounter with ATS, and what solutions have you discovered?

Hello, fellow recruiters! 👋

I’m eager to hear about the challenges you’ve faced with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). Whether it’s cumbersome interfaces, subpar candidate experiences, integration issues, or other concerns—what are the biggest obstacles you’ve come across?

Additionally, how have you tackled these issues? Have you found any specific alternatives, creative workarounds, or other tools that have proven to be more effective?

As a new recruiter with a technical background, I would greatly appreciate your insights and advice! Thank you!

Is my commision HORIBLE?!?!?

Is My Commission Unfair?

Hello everyone,

I’m a Sales Manager at a recruitment agency in Lithuania, focusing on supplying manpower to the construction sector in Scandinavia. While my main job is client acquisition, I often find myself handling issues that go beyond my role, such as resolving personal problems for workers—everything from broken washing machines to more complex concerns. Unfortunately, my CEO insists on involving me in these matters, which I feel shouldn’t be part of my responsibilities.

Despite these challenges, I’ve managed to generate over 1 million euros in turnover for the company this year. However, my commission stands at just 1% of that total, along with a relatively low base salary. Considering my contributions and the norms in our industry, what would be a fair commission percentage in this sector?

Any chance to find a part time job as a recruiter and to work remotely in the same time ?

Is it possible to find a part-time remote position as a recruiter? I’m curious if there are opportunities available for recruitment consultants that allow for flexible hours and remote work, as I’d like to earn some extra income alongside my main job!

Healthcare recruitment agency based in UK placing candidates in New York

Subject: Legal Requirements for UK-Based Healthcare Recruitment Agency Operating in NY

Hi everyone,

I’m reaching out to see if anyone can provide insight into the legal requirements for establishing a healthcare recruitment agency in the UK that operates in the New York market. I’ve come across information suggesting that a license may be necessary, but I’m looking for more details.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Generating New Business

Seeking Advice on Generating New Business

Hello everyone!

Due to my previous employer’s financial mismanagement, I’ve transitioned to freelancing with a former colleague who is offering a 50/50 split on all billings, with no base salary.

I’m having some success as the primary person making placements, but I’m struggling to secure new clients that I can onboard fully, allowing me to earn 100% on my own closed roles.

I’m currently reaching out to companies in my industry, but I often don’t receive any responses.

What strategies do others typically use to generate new business? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Quit before write-up?

Should I Quit Before a Write-Up?

I’m currently working in the auto loan refinance industry and I feel like I’m on the verge of receiving a write-up due to my performance (PIP). After over two years with the company without ever being placed on a PIP, I’m feeling overwhelmed by recent changes. The past couple of months have brought numerous changes to how we manage client pipelines and the criteria for performance evaluations. Just a short while ago, I was seen as an above-average salesperson, but now I’m struggling to keep up with the new expectations that seem to have appeared suddenly.

From my job search experience, I remember that many employers ask whether you’ve been written up within a certain timeframe, like the last 3 or 6 months. Do companies actually verify this information if you say you haven’t? Is it even legal for them to do so? I’m based in Colorado, and I’ve heard from questionable sources that the HR teams at hiring companies have limited access to information, mainly just basic details like your employment dates and whether you were terminated or resigned, along with whether you provided two weeks’ notice. For now, I truthfully can say I haven’t been written up, but I’m unable to give two weeks’ notice if I decide to leave.

If I do choose to leave my current position, what do you think are my best options? Should I resign before signing any documentation regarding a write-up? Or should I accept the write-up, then provide my notice next month? What steps should I take to minimize any negative impact on my job search? I’d appreciate any advice you can provide as I navigate this challenging situation. Thank you in advance for your support!

As a self-employed/agency recruiter: do you first reach out to candidates or to clients? Why?

As a self-employed recruiter or agency owner, do you prioritize reaching out to candidates or clients first? I’m just starting my journey in this role. Operating on a commission, “no cure no pay” basis feels quite different from my experience as a corporate recruiter, and I’m finding client acquisition to be particularly challenging.

I’m unsure whether I should focus on connecting with potential clients first or start by identifying candidates. Do I need to have candidates lined up before approaching clients? If that’s the case, how can I prevent clients from contacting the candidates directly, potentially jeopardizing my commission? Should I consider keeping their names confidential?

I apologize for all the questions, but this is all quite new to me. What strategies have worked best for you in similar situations?