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“Are you even doing your job?” This unwarranted (and rather rude!) comment illustrated to us the necessity of debunking a common misconception job seekers have about what exactly a recruiter’s job is: a recruiter’s job is to find people for jobs, not jobs for people.
Whether you follow up through an email, a phone call or a handwritten letter, it's important your follow up is appropriate and you aren't accidentally hindering your chances at landing a position. Here are some of the most common mistakes made when following up after an interview:
Put simply, the answer is: they aren’t affected at all. Because a staffing and recruiting agency’s profit comes directly from their business clients, job seekers often misunderstand how they are affected by the agency’s fees and mark-ups.
In an effort to help job candidates get a better idea of some interview do’s and don’ts, we asked our team what job seekers do that annoys them the most.
As an employer with an open job position, the first thing you want to know is, “How fast can we get this position filled?” and the last thing you want to hear in response is, “It just depends…”
There are a lot of misconceptions about working with a staffing agency, and some of them could impact your success. Whether you’ve worked with one before, or are trying to decide if it’s a good path for you, you should have a good understanding about how they work.
It’s nearly impossible to get anyone to answer a phone call these days… even if someone reached out first and knows that you’ll be getting back in touch soon. But you have to ask yourself, “Am I willing to mess up a future opportunity because I didn’t bother to answer the phone?”
As these and other changes are put into action by more and more employers, it will become easier for recruiting and staffing agencies to attract and retain the qualified talent clients are looking for.
Consider these scenarios when you’re looking into working with a recruiting firm dedicated to finding the right candidates for your company. Achieving and maintaining a successful partnership involves setting realistic expectations for all involved.