Why Im a Fussy Old Fusspot Recruiter

Why Im a Fussy Old Fusspot Recruiter Now I am not saying I am fussy about everything anyone who has ever sat inside my car before it gets a valet will know that I don’t get too fussy about mess in there (with 2 kids and a dog, it’s hard to be!) however, when it comes to recruitment matters, I do get a rather fussy head on me. About what you ask? Well Poorly Written CVs: Although I don’t interview a CV (I believe I interview a person, not a piece of paper), it is indicative of someone’s general intelligence as to whether they can spell and use grammar correctly. For goodness sake, with spell and grammar check on every PC, what’s your excuse? Punctuality for Interviews: and I mean with ME as well as my clients. And when a client keeps a candidate waiting too, that is just as rude, in my opinion. The art of politeness is promptness and I start to get heart palpitations about this subject. Really just ask my husband  â€œWhat time do you call this?” (joking!) Commitment: If I feel that either party is just “window shopping” and has no real substance to it, I generally get very nervous and actually start getting very fussy about it. I actually cancel interviews (yes I really do) if I feel that either person is not going to progress, even if the other party is the best thing since sliced bread. It can happen a lot in r2r and it’s a matter I divide opinion on in fact, it’s a subject I recently debated on LinkedIn and I got a lot of support from other moral recruiters(read on) Appearance: I am quite relaxed about whether someone wears a full suit to meet me as sometimes I just wear a dress, however it is common courtesy to ask/tell me this first and I absolutely expect a candidate to be suited accordingly for any client facing meeting, even if they are told to be casual. Business casual that is, NOT flipflops! Conclusions: Are any of these points making me look like Mr Fussy or actually, are they proving another point? That I am actually a very discerning recruiter who has high moral fibre and is relied on for this by the clients who choose to use my service (and ultimately pay for that hidden part of the service)? I believe that by being exhaustively fussy in what I do as a recruiter, I impart that fussiness (is that even a word??) onto my clients and candidates. And is that such a bad thing? I am not suggesting for one minute that I send out mini Lysha clones into the market! Far from it although the recruitment world may be a happier, sunnier place for it? But is there any harm in me being overly fussy? Would you cancel an interview on a candidate’s behalf if you felt “they were going for the sake of it”? I debated this recently as I mentioned and I spoke to another R2R, Jo Grace at Ready2Recruit in Scotland. She agreed with me that it was essential to be “fussy” on a client’s behalf as ultimately that is what the clients NEED a R2R for. Is she the rarity, like me and my colleague Jo? I think so? So is the fussy factor a universal recruitment trait that is essential in our psyche to be a good judge of character on our clients’ behalf or is it just essential to R2R specifically? I don’t know the answer to this last part for sure, but I think it’s better than being Mr Couldn’tGive2hoots or Mr SlingMudAtTheWall.

How To Write A Construction Resume That Gets You Hired

How To Write A Construction Resume That Gets You HiredIn case you haven't heard yet, the job market is filled with construction opportunities, and your resume is one of the primary tools in identifying them. Because there are so many potential employers out there looking for construction professionals to fill their construction positions, it's important that you go above and beyond and make sure your resume accurately reflects your skills and experiences. This can be done by writing a construction resume, which will make it easier for you to highlight what you can do on your resume.There are plenty of ways to be successful in writing a resume. You can use a job-searching software program, which will help you sift through the many job-searching opportunities available online. You can use a resource like Monster.com to help you identify construction jobs or check out local job boards to see what kind of work is being offered at each company. In short, you can easily spend a lot of time doing everything except making sure your resume is accurate and reflects your true skill level.The key to making sure your resume is accurate is to write it yourself. Don't trust the process with a copywriting service because they aren't really able to tell whether or not your resume reflects the truth about your skills. If you want to ensure that your resume is actually reflective of the job you're applying for, then you'll need to write it yourself. Writing a construction resume is just as important as writing a cover letter or resume, and it has a lot to do with your ability to get a job.Most online construction resume services are free. That doesn't mean you have to submit it to as many employers as possible, though. If you do, you run the risk of losing out on a good opportunity because you're not properly documenting your work experience.Remember that employers will look for education credentials, rather than any specific experience you've had. Ifyou list something that can't be verified, such as your working experience, you run the risk of making the construction position seem unappealing to someone who may have a true need for the position. Instead, start by writing down your experience from school and then use that to create a resume.One of the key things to consider when writing a construction resume is to make sure you have no gaps in employment or any gaps in education. When you have these types of gaps, it looks like you've never done anything worth mentioning. This is especially important when an employer is considering someone with a weak educational background for the job.Another tip for writing a construction resume is to have a list of all the different projects you've worked on and what type of work you were responsible for each one. As far as industry positions go, construction is always an ideal career choice because there are so many different jobs. Your resume needs to show a complete history of your work experience, not just a few good projects. Also, be sure to mention any volunteer or charitable work you've done.Finally, remember that what you put on your construction resume is just as important as what you don't put on it. You need to remember that your real goals are to land the construction job, not just the first position you land. Always put your best foot forward and put it out there that you're not just looking for a casual, part-time job; your goal is to get hired on as a full-time construction worker.

When to Negotiate Salary

When to Negotiate Salary To: Candace Moody Subject: Asking about Pay for Potential Job Ms. Moody:  I need advice. This situation is very premature, but the interview that I went on seemed promising and I would like to know the answer in case the situation does arise   now or in the future. I recently went on an interview for a marketing job for a local company.  The job itself seems like a good stepping stone, and I think I can handle the duties well. The job posting  indicated clearly that they are offering $15 an hour, and the recruiter who interviewed me mentioned this again. I have a little more than a year of experience in marketing, and my research, (Payscale.com) tells me that I should be making about $15.50 an hour; Salary.com told me to expect about  $16.00 per hour. Is it appropriate to try to negotiate to $16, considering they seem set on the salary? If I get the second interview, I would be meeting with the division manager and an HR representative, and I was told that that would be my opportunity to ask more in-depth HR questions. Should I bring this up then or after I get an offer? I dont want to lose an opportunity. Any counsel would be greatly appreciated. Sincerely, T, Jacksonville Dear T: Thanks for asking such an important question.   The answer depends on how much experience you have actually doing this kind of work.   You don’t explain your specific experience (although you have a year of marketing), but if this is a brand new set of skills for you, I would take the entry level salary and wait until you’ve proved what you can do before asking for a raise. If most of your experience has been in doing exactly what this job requires, it would be acceptable to ask about a higher entry salary. But here’s the important part: timing. The only time it’s appropriate to negotiate a salary is after the offer has been made.   Before that, asking for more money merely gives the recruiter an uneasy feeling that you may not consider this a great opportunity.   The company may decide to pass you over for the next candidate (who could be a strong second choice) who will jump at the salary.   But the moment they make you the offer, you have the opportunity to inquire about the range of the salary.   It’s a unique time in your relationship with this new company: you know they want you, but they are not yet sure that the feeling is mutual.   Here’s a script: “This is a great opportunity, and I am thrilled to get the offer.   I have just one question about the salary range for this job.   My market research indicates that the average for this position is just slightly higher, at $16.00 an hour. Is your salary fixed at $15, or is there something I might do over the next year to earn closer to the industry average?”   Notice I have positioned the question as “How can I earn more when you know my work better?” rather than “Can you up your offer?” If they seem firm right now, chances are they will hold at their initial offer (and with just a year of experience, I doubt that they will see a reason to make a higher offer.) The answer right now may just be: “We’ll take a look in a year.” That gives you the chance to work hard and ask again when you have proved your value. Sounds like you’re doing everything right.   Thanks for asking, and good luck with the interview. Candace Do you have a question?  Email me at cmoody@worksourcefl.com