What Type Of Person Thrives In Recruiting, According To A Tech Recruiter At A Staffing Agency
Successful tech recruiters are "curious people who are interested in learning things by talking with people," demonstrating self-motivation and resilience to navigate challenges like client demands and candidate rejections. The ability to "roll with it and still make things happen" is key to thriving in this fast-paced environment.
Communication, Resilience, Self-Motivation, Curiosity, Problem-Solving
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Tyler Chukwu
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Video Highlights
1. People who are curious and interested in learning by talking to people thrive as recruiters.
2. Self-motivation and the ability to work independently are crucial, as there is a need to get results without strict oversight.
3. Resilience is key; recruiters must handle rejection from candidates and potential challenges from clients without getting discouraged.
Transcript
Who makes a good recruiter?
People who typically do well, who make good recruiters, are curious and interested in learning things by talking with people. They are also self-driven.
Where I work, you're expected to get results, but you have a lot of freedom in how you achieve them. Some agencies are very strict on KPIs and directives.
However, I like the freedom we have now. With that freedom comes the need to be self-motivated and figure things out on your own. So, someone who doesn't need a lot of hand-holding is crucial.
Also, a recruiter needs to be resilient. They shouldn't get upset when people hang up or yell on the phone, though that doesn't happen often. Someone who won't get upset if a candidate rejects an offer or a client is being difficult is also important. Ultimately, it's about someone who can roll with the punches and still make things happen.
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