5 Great Resources for Finding and Leveraging a Recruiter

"Behind every great man is a woman rolling her eyes." - Jim Carrey

A coworker of mine is a "starving" musician. He is constantly looking to be "discovered". While he gets gigs now and then, the likelihood of being discovered in a restaurant while performing is very low.  While talent is important, no leads means no auditions. And, like with everything worth doing in life, it's all about who you know. So in his case, having an agent would be a big help because an agent can open doors and get him auditions that he is not going to get on his own. Of course, there is a catch 22. Most agents won't talk to him until he is somewhat known. And, he can't really become "somewhat known" if he is not getting the right auditions.

So I'm sure you know where this is leading given the topic of this post. A recruiter is like your "agent". They can open doors that you may not be able to open on your own. They have connections you don't have and can sometimes fast track your job search. But, just like the agent that gets my friend his audition, you too have to "audition" and once you are on the interview it is up to you to perform like a star. Now the good news is that it is much easier to get a recruiter than it is an agent. In fact, this makes it all the more difficult because you need to find the right recruiter for you. So, today's post provides some of the tools you need to find your job search recruiter.

Find a Recruiter: The first step in using a recruiting firm is finding one. There are so many types of recruiters and, depending on what your needs are, you should narrow your search so that you don't waste your time or their time.                

• Recruitersonline.com - This site allows you to narrow your search by your field of interest and then where you want to work. Once you make your selection and click go, the site returns a list of recruiters that match your criteria. You can click on "view jobs" for these recruiters or you can click on the recruiter link to see their page. If you choose to view jobs, you can drill down into the job spec as well.               
• Headhuntersdirectory - Similar to the previous site, this site also helps you find a recruiter. Click the your country then select your state (for the US as an example) and then select your city. From here, you can select your recruiter. Once you've done that, you can select a recruiter (email or website). There is also an indication of where they are located and the types of jobs they fill on the right hand side of the page.

Using a Recruiter: Okay, finding a recruiter is only half the job. Now you need to know how to work with a recruiter to get the best results. Keep the following key points in mind:                

1. NO COST! - You should not be paying for a recruiter, they are paid by the company that is hiring. Any "executive search firm" or recruiter that wants you to pay them a fee should send you running for the hills. Now, if you feel you need a job coach to help you find prepare everything you need to find a job, that is a different process.

               

2. Not all jobs are posted - Sometimes job opportunities are only given to recruiters and not posted elsewhere.

               

3. Get a foot in the door - Most recruiters have key contacts in the firms they deal with. If they think you are qualified (and you don't have two heads), they will send your resume directly to the hiring company. But, you are not alone! They will likely send 5 other resumes along with yours.

Some Articles to Get You Started:                

• Learn How To Use Recruiters In Your Job Search!

               

• How Recruiters Search Using LinkedIn & What We Look For

               

• When to Use a Search Firm or Headhunter

 

Do I need a cover letter for a Recruiter? - Yes, you do. But don't use a form letter. Spend a few minutes to adjust your cover letter to match the recruiter and why you think this particular recruiter can help. Take a look at the following ==>>Cover Letters to Recruiters Require Special Handling

Good luck in your search.

Article courtesy of the Recruiting Blogswap, a content exchange service sponsored by CollegeRecruiter.com, a leading site for college students looking for internships and recent graduates searching for entry level jobs and other career opportunities.

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