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As a recruiter, I often get the question, "Can I apply to multiple roles at the same company? What impression does it leave on recruiters?" Here is my take 👀 - I think it is okay to do so if the roles at a particular company align with your expertise, career trajectory, and you're genuinely qualified. However, I would reconsider applying for multiple roles in the following cases: ❌ Avoid applying to roles you're underqualified for: it clutters your application history, associates your name with mismatched positions, and can raise eyebrows later. 🎯 Focus on Relevance: only apply for roles aligned with your skills to avoid looking like you're spamming. Tailor your resume for each position to showcase your understanding of their differences. If you spot multiple appealing positions, limit applications to 1 or 2 (max 3). Quality over quantity! What is your take on this question? Do you agree with me or have a different perspective? 🤔 #CareerAdvice #JobSearchTips #RecruitmentInsights

Many times in my career while placing talent for technical roles. On paper, one candidate would out shine the others rest: but how can you trust it? Being a good recruiter means trusting your gut. This dilemma is what we often call a 'gut check'. The best hires I've made weren't based on a resume, it was a cultural fit I sensed in the candidate. Excelling at one's job isn't tied to what's listed on a resume - it's much more about their attitude, eagerness to learn, and how they react when the going gets tough. Let's shift our focus. lets use resumes as a gateway to a conversion and put more emphasis on the face to face connection that job seekers and hiring managers build. #recruiting #candidateplacement #hiring #web3

🚀 Recruiter Tip: Why Being in the First Wave of Applications Matters! 🚀 In today's competitive job market, timing can be everything. Here's why getting your application in early can make a big difference: 1. Increased Visibility: Recruiters often review applications as soon as they come in. By applying early, you increase your chances of being seen and considered right from the start. 2. Less Competition: Fewer applicants in the early stages mean a higher chance of standing out. 3. Human Screening: Many recruiters personally screen each resume and not by machines or bots, the volume for each role can go beyond 100 applications. Early applications receive more detailed attention from eager recruiters. 4. Fresh Perspective: Recruiters are more alert and open-minded at the beginning of their review process. Later applications might face fatigue. 5. Proactive Impression: Applying early demonstrates enthusiasm and a proactive approach—traits highly valued by employers. 6. Time for Follow-Up: Early applications allow more time for follow-ups, interviews, and negotiations, giving you an edge in the hiring process. 📈 In summary, being in the first wave of applications can significantly boost your chances of getting noticed, securing an interview, and landing the job. Don't wait—apply early and make a strong impression! #JobSearch #Recruitment #Hiring#CareerTips #JobHunt #CareerAdvice #Recruiting #JobApplications

What Recruiters Wish Job Applicants Knew🗝️ Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes during the hiring process? As a recruiter, I'll share a few golden nuggets that I wish job applicants knew: ✨ First Impressions Matter: Your resume is your first handshake. Make it crisp, clear, and relevant. No need for fancy designs, just substance! 🎯 Tailor Your Application: One size doesn't fit all. Customize your resume and cover letter for each role. It shows you've done your homework! 🗝️ Honesty is Key: Be genuine about your skills and experiences. It's okay not to know everything; it's about the willingness to learn. 🔄 Feedback is Gold: If you didn't land the job, ask for feedback. It's a learning opportunity for your next application. 🤝 We're on Your Side: Remember, recruiters want to find the perfect match just as much as you do. We're in this together! Navigating the job market can be daunting, but with the right insights, you can be one step ahead. Want more tips or looking for your next opportunity? Let's connect! Or explore our job board for more opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gBdM3akf. #recruitment #jobsearchtips #careeradvice #hiring

Have you experienced the frustration of applying for jobs, receiving recruiter interest, and then facing radio silence? I recently encountered this myself - after replying with my availability to a recruiter's request for a call, I followed up with an email, yet received no response. Surprisingly, the jobs are still actively posted. #JobSearch #Recruitment #Communication

I saw a job posting last night around 7:30pm. I apply for that role and around 9:30pm I receive a rejection email for that role. The rejection email doesn’t list the name of the organization so I had to go back in my inbox and guess who I think must have sent me the email. Anyone who is recruiting candidates for their organization or looking for candidates for their clients, tell me how this is an effective recruitment strategy? I’m an incredibly confident person and I know my strengths but this job market is incredibly difficult for us to navigate. If you are a hiring manager reading this, please know that you are missing incredible candidates for the roles you are looking for, if you are rejecting candidates without even looking at their resumes or LinkedIn profiles. The recruitment process is incredibly flawed and we need to have discussions to implement practical solutions to fix issues being faced by both employers and candidates! #jobapportunity #candidateexperience #lookingforjob #lookingforjobchange #lookingforjob

A Good Read... It's so important to identify transferable skills.

I spoke with a jobseeker who recently applied for 120 jobs on LinkedIn. The results: - 100 applications were never reviewed or ghosted with no response with a “pending.” - 15 of the remaining 20 applications received automatic rejections within minutes. They managed to secure 2 interviews: 1. An initial chat that went nowhere. 2. A promising interview that advanced to the next round, only for him to be ghosted afterward. This broken hiring process wastes everyone's time. It's time for companies to step up and overhaul their systems. Show respect to job seekers. Fix it now - or if you are a recruiter, I urge you to have conversations with your team if you know your hiring process is broken. #jobsearching #jobseekers

Re: Recruiting anomaly of open positions vs so many resumes are not selected (including my own) My gut tells me that AI is a big part of the problem. Language is creative, and there are a multitude of words or ways to express the same message. But, if you don’t use the exact word AI is looking for, your resume gets rejected. It’s lazy recruiting for sure to rely on AI to select the resumes! Think about this: Albert Einstein’s resume would not be selected today, because AI would not be programmed to select it, as AI’s programmer wouldn’t know the words to describe anything within Albert Einsteins thought process or experience. Are we dumbing down the world with AI? I fear we are, not because of AI, but because we can not identify to a computer what we are actually looking for. All great employees are creative, out of the box thinkers, and have soft skills that are hard to quantify. Are you looking for them, or people who mimic back to you what you say? Imitation is a form of flattery, are you looking for flattery or for the right candidate and/or solutions to your needs? IMHO

I hear from job seekers almost daily that they are trying their best to find a new role, but they aren't getting emails or calls in response to their applications and resume submittals.   I hear from hiring managers almost daily that they can't get the right talent to apply to their positions.   I'm just a recruiter begging hiring managers to work closely with their recruiting teams to start identifying transferrable skills in the available candidates. Stop making this harder than it has to be. This isn't going to solve all of your hiring challenges, but it's going to open up a candidate pool that's going to help you fill a lot of your open positions. #hiring #recruiting #transferableskills