| Should I use a recruiter is a common question that | | | | new job. |
| people ask themselves when planning their next job | | | | These are just a few ways that a good recruiter can |
| search. | | | | help you. |
| As a recruiter, I can suggest a few ways that we | | | | When you ask yourself "should I use a recruiter" |
| can help you with your job search: | | | | keep in mind that the best way to use a recruiter(s) |
| They can expose you to jobs that you wouldn't | | | | is when they supplement your job search rather than |
| otherwise have known about. | | | | using them solely to get a new job. |
| They should "sell" your skills and background to their | | | | I feel that your best bet is to try a number of |
| clients which can help get your foot in the door when | | | | different job search methods including use of a |
| you might otherwise get ignored if you'd applied | | | | recruiter(s) when you are looking for a new job. |
| directly to the company on your own. | | | | I suggest that finding a good recruiter(s) who |
| They should help you prepare for interviews with | | | | understands your desired job market and is willing to |
| their clients. | | | | help you with your search can really help speed up |
| They usually negotiate salary and compensation with | | | | your job search. |
| their client(s) on your behalf. | | | | Remember too that using a recruiter does not cost |
| They can help you resign from your current | | | | you a cent: The hiring company pays the recruiter, |
| employer and should assist with the transition to your | | | | not the job searcher. |