Messed up salary negotiation

Salary Negotiation Regret

Hey everyone,

I recently interviewed for a Technical Lead position and was initially informed that I came in second and wasn’t selected. However, five days later, I received an email from the talent acquisition team about some “developments” and was asked for a phone call the next day.

During the call, I was surprised to learn that the first candidate had withdrawn, and the role was now mine. They asked about my salary expectations, and I mentioned “10% more than my current salary,” providing a specific figure. The recruitment team then consulted with the hiring manager and accepted my request without any objections or negotiations.

After doing some research on Glassdoor, I realized that my salary expectation was on the lower end of the market range, and I might have been able to negotiate for at least £6k more.

I haven’t received the official offer letter or contract yet. Do you think it would be worthwhile to reach out to the recruitment team to explain my findings and request a higher salary?

I’d appreciate any advice.

Thanks!

Day plan and non negotiables

Daily Plan and Must-Dos

I operate in the American commercial construction market from the UK. What does your typical day look like, and what are the non-negotiable tasks that help you feel closer to closing a deal? For example, do you spend 8 AM to 10 AM on building your pipeline? I’m open to any suggestions, as I’m currently starting from scratch! 😭

Interviews like a pyramid scheme (Kingsdale mortgage Inc)

Warning About a Job Interview Experience (Kingsdale Mortgage Inc.)

I want to share a concerning experience my friend, whom I’ll call Arthur (for privacy reasons), had while job hunting in Canada as a new immigrant. He previously encountered a company that I found suspicious—Universal Investing & Consulting Inc.—but this particular case raises even more red flags.

Arthur applied for a position at Kingsdale Mortgage Inc. and received a phone call from them. The conversation felt less like an interview and more like a lecture, where they provided some information about the job responsibilities and salary but didn’t ask any questions about him at all.

Fast forward two to three weeks, Arthur was invited for an in-person interview at their office. However, I noticed a discrepancy in the address he was given compared to what I found online. During this interview, things took an odd turn. The interviewer asked Arthur and other applicants to make numerous unsolicited calls to people, seemingly to gather information or promote the company.

What’s more alarming is that the interviewer provided a fake website to support their questionable practices and explicitly instructed Arthur not to leave any evidence of these calls, such as text messages or voicemails. This raised my suspicion that the company might be engaging in pyramid scheme-like activities, as Arthur was being asked to make between 50 to 100 calls using his own phone, with no compensation for his time.

I am convinced this is a scam, but I lack concrete evidence to convince my friend to stop pursuing this job opportunity.

What steps can I take to help Arthur avoid working for this company?

Salary Expectations

Salary Expectations

I’m located in the US, and I’ve had a positive experience during the interview process so far. Prior to my final interview, the recruiter reached out to confirm my salary expectations, which we had previously discussed. I mentioned that my expectations remain the same for now, but they could evolve as I learn more about the role. I also expressed my openness to discussing this further if I receive an offer after the final interview. Is this approach acceptable?

What is the hardest aspect of being a recruiter

What’s the toughest part of being a recruiter?

I’d love to hear from my fellow recruiters about what you find challenging, frustrating, or just plain annoying in your roles. Please share what’s unique to the recruiting profession, rather than issues that all industries face, like “difficult bosses” or “micromanagement.”

Let’s dish it out! 😂

Need advices for job searching :)

Seeking Job Search Advice 🙂

Hello, everyone! I recently graduated with a BS in Electrical Engineering, and I’ve been applying to numerous positions for months without landing a single interview or receiving any positive feedback. I’m starting to wonder what I might be doing wrong.

Here’s what I’ve done so far:

• Revised my resume and optimized it for ATS.
• Crafted tailored cover letters for each application.
• Created a portfolio website to showcase my projects and skills.
• Networked on LinkedIn with alumni and industry professionals, but unfortunately, I haven’t received much engagement.
• Applied to various positions, even those outside of electrical engineering, for which I feel I could be a good fit.
• Attempted to follow up on applications, but I often struggle to find contact information.
• Reached out to smaller engineering firms with my resume and cover letter.

Some concerns I have about my situation:

• Is there something bland about my resume or cover letters? Are recruiters bypassing my cover letters altogether?
• Although I’ve held part-time jobs and internships related to engineering since 2015, they haven’t been specifically in electrical engineering.
• I graduated in mid-2023, and my last job ended in late 2022 due to illness, leaving me with a gap of 1-2 years on my resume.
• Could my cover letters come across as overly AI-generated? I’m struggling to find that balance between professionalism and genuine writing.
• I’m having difficulty getting referrals; I’m unsure how to network effectively without seeming like I’m solely seeking favors. Many in the engineering field mention securing jobs through referrals.
• Is my LinkedIn profile picture giving off too cheerful of a vibe?

I’d greatly appreciate any advice or insights! I’m genuinely perplexed about where I might be going wrong. Thank you!

Mentorship

Mentorship Request

Hello! I’m a Global Recruiter with 7 years of experience, mostly in financial services, conservation, and international trade and development. As I approach my second anniversary as a Principal Consultant this December, I’m aspiring to elevate my career to Associate Partner. I would greatly appreciate guidance from industry experts on strategies to advance and excel in my journey. Thank you!

Question for agency recruiters! Would you go back to a KPI driven environment?

Attention agency recruiters! Would you consider returning to a KPI-driven environment?

As an agency recruiter, I’m currently reflecting on my career path. I’ve spent the first half working in a lucrative field, primarily with global specialists earning at least £90,000 a year. The latter half has been focused on placing a large number of unskilled workers at lower pay rates. While I appreciate my current company, there are times when I question their ethical practices (a common concern in our line of work).

One of the significant advantages of my current role is that we have no KPIs at all. We set daily and monthly targets that are straightforward and manageable. Although my commission is on the lower side (as expected), my salary is under £30,000. My days are long, but they tend to be quite manageable.

In my early years with my previous company, the experience was incredibly stressful. Depending on the role, I often had fewer than 50 suitable candidates worldwide, making it challenging to hit daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs. While a successful placement brought in £200 to £800, they were infrequent.

Now, I’ve been approached by a different agency offering a significant salary increase, but their job listing emphasizes KPIs multiple times. Additionally, Glassdoor reviews highlight concerns about their commitment to KPIs. The salaries I would be working with are somewhere in the middle of my previous ranges. To take this opportunity, I would have to adapt to a new industry and leave behind my predominantly relaxed target-setting approach, even if it means a better base salary.

I would appreciate any thoughts or advice on this decision!

Thinking of quitting…

Contemplating a career change…

I’ve been working as an agency recruiter for nearly three years. I started out as a resourcer and quickly earned a promotion to a 360 recruiter due to my strong performance. Last year was a standout for me, as I consistently outperformed many senior recruiters on my team. I requested a raise and a promotion, which I received, but it fell short of my expectations, leaving me feeling undervalued and rejected.

Unfortunately, this year has been one of the toughest I’ve faced. Despite putting in the same effort as before, I’ve struggled to close deals. Candidates often receive counteroffers or accept other positions, and clients either go quiet, hire directly, or take too long to respond to CVs, resulting in candidates moving on. It feels like I’m caught in a relentless cycle of challenges, and I’m feeling overwhelmed. The financial impact of losing commission has been significant, but even more troubling is the sense of underachievement that’s affecting my morale. I’m seriously considering leaving this career for something new.

My boss is well-intentioned, but she doesn’t seem to fully grasp the difficulties I’m facing. Her response has been to stay positive, suggesting that I will eventually land a deal or to try sourcing more business as a solution.

For perspective, I’ve lost over €140k in potential revenue and €14k in commission this year— and we’re just past Q2!

I find myself drawn to hands-on work, and I’m wondering if moving to a less office-centric role could be beneficial.

I would love to hear others’ thoughts and experiences on this situation. What do you think?

Do multiple agencies post job ads for the same position?

Are multiple agencies advertising for the same job opening?