Recruiters are alert to signals that indicate to them that a candidate may not be suitable to refer. Your recruiter is constantly putting you in front of his/her client, mentally, imagining how you will present yourself, and whether you meet the criteria for hiring established by the client. These warning signs factor into a decision … Continue reading Seven Warning Signs To Recruiters That Limit Your Prospects For Referral To Their Clients
These Are Key Strengths That Recruiters And Employers Seek In Candidates.
In no particular order, here are the qualities that create buyer interest in employers and recruiters. These skills and values identify key strengths that companies seek in the people that they hire. ▪ Communications - you communicate effectively and are able to connect with others through listening, and creating relationships founded on trust. ▪ Honesty … Continue reading These Are Key Strengths That Recruiters And Employers Seek In Candidates.
Be Clear About Your Salary Expectations With Your Recruiter.
Clarity is essential. Ensure that your recruiter knows what your expectations are. Many people assume that there's salary flexibility with an employer based on their having the experience and skills required for the job. Some companies have flexibility for the ideal candidate, others don't. Some recruiters are vague about compensation levels---especially if they don't have … Continue reading Be Clear About Your Salary Expectations With Your Recruiter.
Avoid Office Politics In A New Employer’s Culture.
As recruiters, we often witness the damage that occurs when office politics creates problems for individuals, departments and companies. Political activities encourage hypocrisy, secrecy, deal making, rumors, power brokers, self-interests, image-building, self-promotion, and cliques -- not a recipe for effective team work. For people starting in a new position, unfamiliar with the corporate culture and … Continue reading Avoid Office Politics In A New Employer’s Culture.
Do More Than Is Expected Of You.
Leaders recognize and reward achievement. The spotlight falls upon employees who take the initiative to ask for more challenging tasks, how they can best contribute to the team's success, and what ways they can apply their talents to best effect. "The big jobs usually go to those who prove their ability to outgrow small ones." … Continue reading Do More Than Is Expected Of You.
Purpose-Driven People Seek Employers That Reflect Their Aspirations.
In recent years, many companies have become more community-minded, concerned with preserving the environment through reducing their carbon footprint, serving higher goals beyond the main one of profitability. People who want to work in companies where they feel their contributions are meaningful are attracted to firms that have corporate missions focused on giving back to … Continue reading Purpose-Driven People Seek Employers That Reflect Their Aspirations.
Who Is The Hiring Power In The Company You Want To Join?
In looking to connect with a potential employer, think about who has the power to hire you. If you work in operations for example, then the management levels of Operations include Operations Manager, Regional Manager, Operations, Director and VP, Operations. The logical hiring power is the person who has the line authority to hire you. … Continue reading Who Is The Hiring Power In The Company You Want To Join?
Resilience Is Grace Under Pressure.
It's easy to react in anger to frustrations and disappointments. Things will not always go the way you want them to in your working life. Disappointments will happen. They are part of life. The key is how you choose to react to those disappointments and frustrations. If you take everything personally, if you see the world … Continue reading Resilience Is Grace Under Pressure.
What Is Important To You?
I want more personal recognition for the contributions I make. I want to work with people who identify with a shared goal or cause. I want the opportunity to stretch myself with new challenges. I want work that allows me more time with my family. I want to earn a higher income doing more interesting … Continue reading What Is Important To You?
Negotiate More Vacation Time By Suggesting Options To Consider.
It’s important to remember this in negotiating vacation with a potential employer for jobs requiring less experience : Employers sometimes have standard paid-vacation corporate policies applicable to all employees of a certain pay level. If you have specific vacation plans, bring this to the attention of a potential employer before you get to an offer … Continue reading Negotiate More Vacation Time By Suggesting Options To Consider.
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