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Should You Take a Recruiter’s Call?

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You might not be actively searching for new employment in Tempe. But what if a recruiter reaches out to you about a potential opportunity? Should you decline – you’re happy where you are, after all? Or should you pursue the position?

While the decision is certainly up to you, there are several advantages to working with a recruiter when it comes to career advancement. Here’s a look at few of them:

Access to jobs that aren’t always advertised.

Companies don’t post every job opening they have. Instead, they rely on internal sources, such as referrals, as well as recruiters to source candidates for potential positions. As a result, there may be an ideal position for you available – one that’s more challenging, more rewarding, or more lucrative than your current job – but you won’t know about it unless you work with a recruiter.

In addition, some organizations use recruiters exclusively to fill positions. So if there is a company you’re interested in working for – and they outsource their hiring process to a recruiter – then you’ll have to work with one in order to get your foot in the door.

A robust network of connections.

A big part of a recruiter’s job is to network. A reputable recruiter will have established relationships with employers, other candidates and industry organizations. As a result of these connections, they are able to keep their finger on the pulse of the employment marketplace. They’ll know who’s gearing up to hire – and when.

Better fit opportunities.

When evaluating job opportunities in the past, you may simply have considered whether or not you could do the work. However, when it comes to true career satisfaction, fit within a company and its culture is critically important. When you work with a recruiter, you can leverage their inside knowledge of each employer. They’ll already know what the culture’s like and can give you a sense of whether it’s a fit for your lifestyle and career goals without having to go through the entire hiring process.

Help negotiating compensation.

What are your skills worth on the employment market? If you don’t know or are uncertain, a recruiter can help you determine that number to make sure you’re paid what you are worth. They can also ensure you’re matched with opportunities that offer an appropriate salary, as well as help you negotiate your compensation package.

Input about your interview skills.

If you do interview for a job, but don’t get the offer, your recruiter will oftentimes be able to tell you why. It may be something you can’t change, like the number of years of experience you have, or something you can, such as body language. Whatever the case, you’ll get the feedback you need to boost your interview skills and perform better next time around.

If you’re interested in working with a recruiter to find new employment in Tempe, call PrideStaff.

We can partner with you to get to know your career goals and needs. We’ll then get to work finding opportunities that are a great fit for you. Contact PrideStaff today to learn more about how we can help you.

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