If you want to become a better recruiter, a better salesperson, a better colleague or boss make this one improvement and really focus on it... Communicate better I know that seems like a "duh" thing to say but most try implementing new processes or increasing call #'s and working harder to improve results when all they really needed to do in the first place is become a better communicator. Review how you leave messages, review your emails, audit the prior conversations and if you've felt you left results on the table and start by simply change up the message. Maybe it's something as simple as A/B testing two different versions and see what gets you better results. Taking a long email/message and simplifying it may be your answer. Maybe it's taking a stuffy sounding message and relaxing the tone. In many cases, I confidently feel you just need to say the same thing differently and that will stand out. Many you reach out to get the same/similar emails all day long. Don't be corny with it but just use different words, be sincere and deliver a unique message and you should start seeing better results in no time!
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We're curious to know: What's your preference when it comes to a recruiter contacting you? Do you prefer the traditional route of email, where you can carefully craft your response and include all necessary information? Are you more comfortable with a phone call, where you can have a real-time conversation and ask questions on the spot? Do you prefer messaging platforms like LinkedIn, where you can easily view the recruiter's profile and respond at your convenience? Or perhaps you're a fan of text messages, for their quick and informal nature? #Recruiting #CommunicationPreferences"
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Inspired by the one and only Giulio Segantini, I decided to get creative with my cold call script yesterday. Instead of my usual permission-based opener plus probing questions / elevator pitch, I recited a bad poem. It went something like this: Hi (Prospect name), Its Conor at HireAra. This a cold call. Would you like me to deliver a standard elevator pitch or one in the form of a poorly constructed poem? Fantastic (Prospect Name), I’m calling with something to share, A boost for CVs far beyond compare. Recruiters spend hours making formats align— But with Hireara, you’ll save all of that time. We polish each resume, crisp and bright, Turning wasted hours into increased call time. Why proofread and spellcheck each individual line? With Hireara’s AI, your exec summaries are divine. In moments, each CV’s ready to shine, Helping targets and billings better align! Let’s schedule a demo—when’s a convenient time? A lot of people hung up on me, but a lot opened up and we had some great conversations. At the very least I imagine most people will remember the call. Next on the roadmap, are Haikus, Limericks, and Sonnets. Maybe Tom Carr will try a rap? Recruitment leaders, are you more likely to engage with a traditional cold call or should I bombard you with poetry? (And yes, I felt like the person below while writing and delivering this)
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💬 Is email really the best way to reach someone these days? I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately, especially in the context of recruitment. I firmly believe that nothing beats an actual conversation; whether it’s over the phone or, better yet, face-to-face. There’s something so much more effective (and personal!) about talking things through, rather than shooting off yet another email. But here’s the thing: more and more, I’m being asked to “just send an email.” And I get it—we’re all busy, our inboxes are bursting, and calls can be disruptive. But from a recruiter’s perspective, I can’t help but wonder: are we sacrificing productivity and clarity by leaning so heavily on email? I’d genuinely love to hear your thoughts, especially if you’ve been on the client side of recruitment. Do you prefer email as your main mode of communication? Or do you see value in taking the time for a quick call to hash things out? Let’s start a conversation about... well, conversations. 😊 #recruitment #recruiter #email #communication #conversation
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5 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 📩 👋 Hello Recruiters! Want better email responses? Try this quick framework to boost your response rates: 1. 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝘁 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳: Aim for simplicity with 1-3 word subject lines that feel internal. Avoid adjectives; the clearer your message, the better the reception! 2. 𝗕𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁: Your preview text is crucial. Use warm, inviting openings combined with strong personalization. Make sure to include compelling social proof to enhance your credibility. 3. 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵: Do your homework! Mention specific insights about your prospect that highlight why your outreach is relevant. Clearly articulate the value you offer, showing them what’s in it for them. 4. 𝗔𝘀𝗸 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Keep it low-friction. Instead of overwhelming them with requests, invite curiosity with a single, engaging question like, “Would you like to learn more?” This encourages interaction without feeling burdensome. 💡 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿: Be concise! Aim for a maximum of 100 words—less is more. Give these steps a shot and watch your response rates climb! 🚀 #Recruitment #ResponseRates #Communication #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment Jane Taylor Deepmala Gajjar 🌍 Bhakti Thakar Megha Sharma Kena Shah (Chaniary) 🌍 John Saxena Seema Shah 🎯 Nikunj Shah 🤝
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I've mistakenly discovered a way of dramatically increasing the response rate to my cold e-mails! 🚀 Last time, I sent emails to potential candidates, most of them using the wrong first name. And I received a huge number of replies, even from prospects who had consistently ignored my messages - Well... I have to admit that 99% of them were just ‘I'm not Thomas’. I find it fascinating that people love to correct others and are more motivated to use the time to respond and point out my error - and offer me a free roast in the meantime - than to respond to the content of my message. This story also reminded me of a CRO in my network who said that the best way to get CEOs on the phone was to call them and then leave a message in their mailbox. What message? - "Call me back". 𝘖𝘧 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦, 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘴𝘯'𝘵 𝘢 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘰 𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘺 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦 𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘢 𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘴, 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘐'𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘺𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘢 𝘣𝘪𝘵. What about you? What was the silly mistake you recently made? Please don't leave me alone 🙏 #Sales #Recruitment #Outreach #Coldcalling
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𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿? Here are some tips to help you shine: 𝗗𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: Thoroughly research the recruiter, the recruiting agency, and the types of roles they typically fill. Look into their specialty areas, the companies they work with, and any recent high-profile placements they've made. This in-depth preparation will show the recruiter your genuine interest and allow you to have a more informed, targeted conversation. 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵: Craft a concise, compelling summary of your professional background and key qualifications. Highlight your most notable achievements, the breadth of your relevant experience, and the unique value you can bring to their clients. Having this "elevator pitch" well-rehearsed will enable you to articulate your strengths clearly and confidently. 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁:Familiarize yourself with the latest industry trends, in-demand skills, and competitive landscape for the types of roles you're exploring. This market knowledge will allow you to discuss opportunities more insightfully, ask thoughtful questions, and demonstrate your strategic awareness. 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Develop a list of insightful questions to ask the recruiter. These could include inquiries about the specific job requirements, company culture, hiring timelines, or even the recruiter's own perspective on the current job market. Showing a genuine curiosity will paint you as an engaged, proactive partner in the process. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻-𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱: Remember that skilled recruiters often have access to roles you may not have discovered on your own. Be open to exploring any opportunities they present, even if they differ from your initial preferences. These could lead you to unexpected yet fulfilling career paths you hadn't considered. 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗨𝗽: After the call, send a succinct thank-you email. Reiterate your interest in the role(s) discussed and your enthusiasm to continue the conversation. This timely follow-up helps maintain momentum and keeps you top-of-mind. Approach this interaction with a positive, collaborative mindset. View it as a valuable two-way dialogue, not a one-sided interview. With the right preparation and an open, engaged attitude, you'll be well on your way to maximizing this career-boosting opportunity. Looking for a new challenge in the #localization space? Message me to schedule a call!
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🚀 The Power of Rejection Emails: Boost Your Brand and LinkedIn Reach In recruitment, focusing on successful candidates is a given, but how you handle rejections can set you apart. A simple rejection email can make a significant difference in your brand’s image and LinkedIn presence. 💼✨ Why Rejection Emails Matter: 1.Enhance Candidate Experience: A thoughtful rejection email shows respect for the candidate’s effort, leaving a positive impression that can lead to future opportunities or referrals. 🤝 2.Strengthen Employer Brand: Even in rejection, a good experience builds a strong employer brand, making your company more attractive to top talent. 🌟 3.Expand Your Network: Encourage candidates to connect on LinkedIn. This helps you maintain relationships and grow your professional network. 🌐 4.Boost Engagement: Personalized rejection emails can prompt positive interactions on LinkedIn, increasing your visibility and reach. 📈 Tips for Effective Rejection Emails: 1.Personalize: Address the candidate by name. 👋 2. Express Gratitude: Thank them for their time and effort. 🙏 3.Encourage: Invite them to apply for future roles or connect on LinkedIn. 🔗 In conclusion, a well-crafted rejection email isn’t just polite—it’s a strategic tool for building your brand, expanding your network, and increasing your LinkedIn reach. 🌟 #Recruitment #EmployerBranding #CandidateExperience #LinkedInGrowth #TalentManagement
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