Advice from IT Recruiters
Mirroring the Hiring Manager in the IT Staffing Industry
An IT headhunter enters an interview and prepares to do the skill he has learned in a number of classes, articles, and books…mirroring the hiring manager. The manager enters the room running behind schedule and forgets to extend a handshake. He immediately begins complaining about traffic, weather, and whatever is on his mind. The manager…
Read MoreIT Staffing Relationship vs. Human Resources
Take One: It’s 4:30 pm on a Friday and there is not a soul in the office. You have a question regarding your pay from a week ago. You call human resources and the call is answered by four rings followed by a generic mailbox. You leave a message, and a week later a representative…
Read MoreAsking For More Challenges in the IT Staffing Industry
It is noon and an IT recruiter has finished his tasks for the day. What should he do next? If he finds he’s twiddling his thumbs at work, or is not being challenged, it might be time to ask his manager for more responsibilities. Some technical recruiters avoid new tasks and duties because they do…
Read MoreHave a Good IT Recruiting Experience? Tell me about it…
Every technical recruiter knows word of mouth is the most powerful way of achieving fame in the IT staffing industry. When you have an outstanding experience you typically tell friends or family, but what if your feedback could influence others? Consumers are now utilizing social media platforms such as Yelp, Facebook, and Twitter to sing…
Read MoreMaking the Most of Your IT Recruiting Internship
The best way to subsidize a college career is with real world experience in the IT staffing world. An internship provides skills and knowledge within the information technology industry that one cannot learn in a classroom without having to commit to a full time IT job. They also allow students and prospective technical recruiters the opportunity to…
Read MoreDealing with Difficult People in the IT Recruiting World
The US population is over 307 million people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and personalities. Meeting others through the IT staffing industry is fun, educational, and shapes your overall character. While shared qualities might bring some together, there are qualities that set us apart. When you meet someone who appears to be difficult, how do you…
Read MoreEnergy Drinks—The New Coffee of the IT Recruiting Industry?
Coffee has been brewed since the mid 1400’s, providing a natural source of caffeine and an extra push when needed for IT recruiters. For years, technical staffing firms looked forward to their morning or afternoon brew, perfected with their choice fixings, and distinct flavor. Now with innovative caffeine products such as energy drinks and shots, is coffee’s prevalence…
Read MoreStarting a Hobby Outside of Your IT Recruiting World
A day in the life of technical recruiters differs from the typical nine to five. We start early and leave the office late to accommodate clients’ schedules. IT staffing firms are always looking to improve performance and meet goals. However, what some do not realize is that the key to success may lie outside of…
Read MoreFake It Till You Make It—Poor Advice?
A component of setting goals is having the confidence to achieve them. A number of people rely on the old saying “fake it till you make it”, but is this proper advice when your goals and responsibilities as an IT recruiter involve others? You do not want to mislead people into believing you are fully…
Read MoreSink or Swim—Welcome to the World of IT Recruiting
Starting a new IT recruiting role in a different company can be a stressful experience. From unfamiliar fellow IT recruiters and shared work space to unusual IT staffing business practices and procedures, severe changes can send new technical recruiters running in the opposite direction. Before you decide to call it quits or look into other IT recruitment positions, here are…
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