Jan 1st – how many of us are breaking away and going solo in 2025?

January 1st – Who’s Ready to Break Free and Go Solo in 2025?

After five years in the industry, I’ve built a strong reputation as a consistent biller, gained valuable leadership experience, and established a fantastic network of industry connections. Yet, I find myself feeling disillusioned by the recruitment sector as a whole.

The typical perks, like lunch clubs or incentives to Dubai with a group of twenty-somethings, no longer excite me. My focus is on delivering exceptional service to my clients and achieving significant financial success in the process. I’m passionate about my work, but I’m growing weary of the industry culture that burns me out.

Looking back at December, I realized I generated $90k for my firm in three months with relationships I’ve cultivated over the years. And what do I get in return? Just the thought of someone else cashing out with potential PE buyouts while I might receive a sliver of equity doesn’t sit well with me.

That said, let’s keep this conversation positive. I plan to launch my own brand in my niche by the end of this month. Who else is on a similar journey?

I’m sure I’m not the only one with aspirations beyond the usual resolutions of drinking less and hitting the gym more!

Where will my promotion to Recruitment and Operations Manager lead my career…

Exploring the Future of My Career as I Step into the Role of Recruitment and Operations Manager

I’ve been with my recruitment firm for over four years now, starting as a recruitment consultant. Initially, I thrived in the role, but by my second year, I found myself growing tired of the routine.

With a passion for technology, I focused on our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), partnering with an external consultant for a year to optimize its efficiency. Unfortunately, I discovered it was more suited for internal HR teams than for specialized recruitment. After sharing my concerns and recommendations with leadership, we decided to explore other tools designed specifically for recruitment firms. This journey not only reignited my enthusiasm but also pulled me out of the monotony of headhunting.

Fast forward to today—after nearly a year of hard work, we are on the verge of launching a new recruitment software that promises a more streamlined process. The team is excited, and I’m eager to see how the transition unfolds.

On another note, since June/July 2024, my managers have been discussing my promotion to Recruitment and Operations Manager, and I’m keen to learn more about what this role entails from those who have experience in it. While I accepted my recruitment position straight out of school and have never held this specific title, I believe I’ve already been taking on many of the responsibilities it encompasses.

Looking ahead, I’m curious about potential career paths following this promotion. Are there specific certifications I should pursue to enhance my skills and growth in this area?

In summary: I started my journey at a recruitment firm after graduating four years ago, grew bored in my initial role, led a successful system implementation project, and am on track to become the Recruitment and Operations Manager. What doors might this open for me in my career?

ZoomInfo Essentials vs. Lusha

ZoomInfo Essentials vs. Lusha

I’d love to hear your thoughts on ZoomInfo compared to Lusha in the U.S. market!

Key Focus Areas:
– Data Quality
– Cost-Effectiveness
– Compliance

I’ve had experience with both platforms, but now that I’m in the startup phase of launching my own business, I need to be more budget-conscious. In the past, I had the advantage of a well-funded company, but that’s no longer the case.

I’m also excluding Cognism from this comparison due to its high costs relative to the quality of data available in the U.S.

Looking forward to your insights!

Best,

Help in Mainland China

Assistance Needed in Mainland China

Hello everyone,

I’m currently facing challenges with my internal team in finding qualified candidates for seven software engineering roles I have available in China. I’m seeking firms or individuals to collaborate with on this.

Has anyone here had experience working in China that could offer some guidance or connections?

Logo Maker

Logo Maker Request

I really appreciate all the insightful comments on my previous posts regarding CRM and website builder options!

Now, I’m seeking your recommendations for creating a unique logo for my recruitment business. Do you have any suggestions for designers or platforms that could help bring my vision to life? Thanks in advance!

Looking for feedback: Would you use simple and affordable ATS?

Seeking Your Insights: Would You Benefit from a Simple and Affordable ATS?

Hello, wonderful recruiters!

I’m exploring the concept of a straightforward and budget-friendly Applicant Tracking System (ATS) designed specifically for small businesses and startups that lack the resources for complex, high-priced solutions.

Here’s the concept:

Simply enter your website URL, and it will generate a branded career page for you—complete with job listings and basic applicant tracking. The goal is to make the process quick, intuitive, and manageable, with affordable pricing (starting free for small teams).

I’ve noticed that many existing ATS options tend to be:

• Too costly for smaller organizations.

• Burdened with unnecessary features.

• Difficult to set up, often requiring lengthy demos and extensive onboarding.

I would love to hear your thoughts:

• Does this concept appeal to you? Why or why not?

• What’s the one essential feature you’d need in an ATS?

Your feedback would be invaluable as I aim to address some genuine challenges in the recruitment process.

Thank you for your time! 🙏

Add job listings on Godaddy website builder

Subject: Adding Job Listings to GoDaddy Website Builder

Hello everyone!

I’ve set up a recruitment website using GoDaddy, and I would like to include a section dedicated to displaying live job listings along with their details. Additionally, I want to connect this section to a CTA button labeled “Live Jobs.”

Is this feasible with the GoDaddy website builder, or would I need to use something like WordPress plugins to achieve this?

Thanks for your help!

600 Resumes, a Broken ATS, and My Quick Fix

600 Resumes, a Broken ATS, and My Quick Solution

Hi everyone,

I work in a fintech company where our HR recruiter recently faced the daunting task of reviewing 600 resumes for a single data analyst role. I was stunned by that number, especially since we’re investing tens of thousands every year on an ATS. It turns out that while the ATS is supposed to rank candidates, it’s so unreliable that upgrading to the enterprise version would cost an additional $10k.

To address this issue, I created a simple tool that assigns a matching score to each applicant and highlights why they may or may not be a suitable fit for the position. Our recruiter shared it with some colleagues in HR, and they’re now interested in developing it into a full-fledged product.

Before diving deeper, I’d love to get your thoughts on its potential. I understand that hiring is fundamentally a human process, but the sheer volume of applications—many of which are spammy or automatically submitted—is overwhelming. I’m also considering incorporating a Kahoot-like quiz (with 10 seconds per question) for ‘matched’ applicants to help weed out those who indiscriminately send out CVs without being genuinely qualified.

Do you see this approach as overly mechanical, or could it actually streamline the hiring process? I’m eager to hear your insights!

Additionally, if you have ideas for features that could offer more value at a fraction of the cost of traditional ATS systems, I’d love to hear them!

Multiple candidate recruitment rates

Subject: Inquiry on Recruitment Rates for Multiple Hires

Hello everyone,

I’m seeking some advice from the community. Our small recruitment agency specializes in hiring field-based engineers, which frequently leads us to recruit several engineers for various locations for the same client.

I’d love to hear if anyone has experience in this area. Do you adjust your fees when filling multiple positions for a single company? For example, do you maintain your standard rates, or do you provide discounted rates for multiple hires?

I appreciate any insights you can share!

Thank you!

Recruitment CRM

Exploring Recruitment CRMs
I’ve been assessing various CRM platforms and have already done demos for Loxo and RecruiterFlow. Tomorrow, I’m scheduled to review RecruitCRM and JobAdder.

So far, RecruiterFlow appears to be quite intuitive and easy to use. Has anyone here had experience with any of these platforms?

I’d appreciate hearing your insights on RecruiterFlow, especially since their pricing seems quite competitive.