If you’re new to the recruitment game, then you’ve probably guessed already, there is a lot to learn. 🤯
Recruitment is a fast-paced, competitive, and results-driven industry.
For all its buzz, it’s full of fun.
A career in recruitment means you’re bound to meet so many great people while building a successful, enriching and fulfilling career for yourself! 🤗
The skills you gain becoming a respected, high-performing recruiter are skills for life.
Here are some top tips to help you at the start of your journey to the top.
Tips for Recruiters
Honesty ⚖️
Recruiters can get a bad name for overpromising and underdelivering.
I think we’ve all been promised the world by a recruiter over the phone to hear nothing back.
It’s deflating and an unpleasant experience for a candidate.
Don’t be a cliché. Recruitment is still about being open, honest, and human.
The more respect you show to candidates and employers – the more likeable, trusted, and reliable you’ll become.
OfficeVibe revealed 15% of candidates who had a positive hiring experience put more effort into the job.
Learn from the Best 🧠
Recruiting the best employees is about people skills more than anything.
Building relationships and being confident to communicate is key. 🗝️
Find out who is the best performer at your agency, and shadow them.
What are they doing?
How are they doing it?
And don’t forget, why are they doing it? 👀
If you want to be the best, it sure helps to learn from the best.
But be their friend, not an annoying fly buzzing around their desk. 🦟
Gauge their manner accordingly, and they’ll take you under their wing.
Build your Network 🌐
You have everything at your disposal to build an empire network.
Whether it’s gaining contacts from experienced colleagues or using social media, don’t hesitate to message and pick up the phone. ☎️
According to Apollo Technical, 85% of roles are filled through networking.
LinkedIn is an especially effective platform for networking that continues to thrive.
35% of people on a LinkedIn survey said a casual conversation led to a new opportunity.
As a new recruiter, LinkedIn is the way forward. Use the search bar to find unique individuals for specific roles in seconds.
However, don’t forget your duties to network in person.
Techjury shows how 40% of prospects become customers when in-person meetings take place.
Diversify your Recruitment 🌈
There are so many impressive candidates out there hidden in more niche surroundings.
As a recruiter, don’t just go down the commercial route.
Diversify your search to reach those hidden gems. 💎
Diversity and inclusivity need to become a part of your recruitment methods.
Not just for moral reasons but because diversity rewards employers with the best talent and highest performing work cultures.
Unsure? Just take a look at what the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are pioneering in the NFL right now.
Make yourself familiar with all the diversity and inclusivity job boards and websites.
Lots of candidates use these platforms because they don’t feel their needs are met through mainstream platforms. 🏳️🌈
This is due to unconscious bias displayed in language, often in recruitment job ads.
To help counteract this issue, you should use AdGrader.
AdGrader is a sophisticated piece of software specialised in creating diverse job adverts that won’t offend anyone.
This is a great piece of kit for a recruiter to maintain their equality and diversity standards.
Technology is your Friend 🖥️
Technology is there to make your life easier.
Don’t waste time churning through processes when automation can take care of it for you.
Use your time wisely and save energy for networking duties.
A super piece of recruitment technology is AdBuilder.
Writing is a time-consuming process. That’s why we have copywriters.
AdBuilder creates ideal job ads to attract the right candidates.
Help your clients find the best talent while filling more roles and making more money.
How to Recruit the Best Employees as a New Recruiter
We hope this has been a helpful piece to set you on your way in your recruitment journey.
Remember, be honest, learn from the best, build a network, diversify, and make technology your friend.
Recruitment is about balance.
You must be great with people, have an acute attention to detail and embrace emerging technology.
In your recruitment, there should be no ‘one-shoe-fits-all’ methodology.
Each candidate is unique, with capabilities fit for purpose.
Happy recruiting!
