Working with IT Recruiters
Just because you get a call from a recruiter, don't assume he or she is the one for you. "There are shady dealers out there," says Jason Berkowitz, chief operating officer at Hunter Recruitment Advisors, a recruitment outsourcing company. "It's important that you find someone who's on your side and who isn't just going to fax your CV all over town." How should you guard against those shady dealers? Ask for references from two or three people the recruiter has placed, and then call those people, quizzing them on their experience with the recruiter.
What qualities should I look for in a recruiter?
"Look for a recruiter who's honest," says Hough. Meet with the recruiter, she advises. You want someone who's a good listener and will respond to your phone calls or emails. Consider whether they know your particular industry segment, too. "Be open," Berkowitz says. "And be honest about what you want."
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