A tech recruiter knows the ins and outs of getting a job as software engineer. A GTM recruiter knows how to best prep candidates to win their interview with a sales team. However, recruiters don't know everything about getting everyone a job. My best suggestion is to take the most advice from the recruiters that hire within your field of work. They see the market daily and understand the nuances. This being said, I'd avoid advice from those that have never recruited or hired anyone. This is not a jab at anyone, but a call out for individuals to know where some of the advice is coming from. Do some research on the folks telling you the absolutes here on LinkedIn and make sure it's coming from a source of expertise. #AARonThoughts
I’ve been seeing a lot of advice from non-recruiters that even I started doubting myself 😂
THAT is why I keep my mouth shut about that topic- well, actually, I do say one thing to my resume writing clients who ask- do your research. From what little I know, there are recruiters who specialize in specific industries, there are contingency and retained recruiters (still not 100% clear on the difference), etc. And I DO NOT say, "well, just contact a recruiter and ask them." As if they need more on their plate. I tell them to be active researchers on the recruiters in the field and know the etiquette of how you approach them. As with most things in life. Know the right way- and do that.
Thank you....best advice I've seen on LI in months Aaron H. The way I see it. If you were looking for advice on how to build a deck in your backyard, who would listen to, an auto mechanic or a contractor who specializes in building decks for a living. We all have one of those relatives that knows nothing about everything; so navigate carefully through the career advice given out. Some of it can be clear as mud. #opentowork #projectmanager #technicalmanager
Nothing makes me happier then one of my clients hiring a TA or a recruiter in-house who knows for virtually nothing about that industry. So much more business coming right back to us.
I will say that I have recruited in the legal and healthcare fields, and as the sole recruiter at multiple companies in my career, I have hired ALL positions - from retail associate to security desk to EA to Account Manager to VP.
Yup. I can give SOME guidance for getting a job in biomedical spaces, but not as much or as grounded in experience advice as I could about tech, startups, or product development-specific engineering job.
Love this. One of my biggest pet peeves are when recruiters say "if you've recruited for one role, you've recruited for them all". Thanks for sharing.
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3moInfo from recruiters that are specialized (place individuals in your career) can provide insight but might be limited as well or busy chasing reqs. However, they might have some insight into a country, region, industry, specific client (which helps) as well as resume/etc. tips. I would also look into other sources as well such as professionals of different backgrounds and levels as well as in your career. I find it helps to get the big picture as well as to put everything into context.