Glass Farm
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Candidates Fequently Asked Questions
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Why should I use a Recruiter ?A good recruiter will have the Hiring Authority’s ear. They have relationships with Human Resources and Technical Managers within the company. Companies receive dozens of resumes every day. Yours could easily be lost in the crowd. Using a recruiter with a relationship will get your resume seen, which will increase your odds of getting an interview. Back to TopHow do I pick a Recruiter ?Carefully. Don’t be afraid to ask questions – How long have you been a recruiter? What’s your relationship with this company? What is your philosophy on recruiting? Do you belong to any professional organizations? Are you certified? Search their web site. Ask friends for referrals. You will be trusting this person with your career; make sure they deserve that trust. Back to TopHow long should my job search take ?That depends on a lot of things – the market, your niche, your skill level, if you have to relocate, the company’s hiring process, and, of course, timing and a little luck. It can vary a lot. However, as a guide, you can plan on a few weeks for the job search, 1-2 weeks for the full interview process, your 2 week notice, and time to move if necessary. Back to TopWhat information should I include on my resume?You need your name, contact information, accurate dates, job descriptions, any degrees and/or certifications earned, and a skill summary that includes only those skills you have used in a work environment. Back to TopWhat should I say when a Recruiter asks about my salary?BE HONEST. This is the best way for your recruiter to help you. It’s usually best to separate out and give what you are currently making (along with any bonuses, stock options, etc) and what you are looking to make at your next position. In order for your recruiter to help you, you must be honest. If you are underpaid, give your real salary and say you think you are underpaid. We are in the market everyday; we can tell you if you are or not. An honest recruiter will tell you and not take advantage of you. However, we are not miracle workers. We know what the market will bear and you have to be willing to accept that that will go up and down from time to time. There are many things to take into consideration besides salary – cost of living, quality of life, job satisfaction, career development opportunities, cities, schools, etc. Back to TopShould I post my resume on the Internet ?That’s a personal decision. If you do, you get more exposure and more phone calls; which can be good and bad. Does your current company source off of the board you are putting your resume on? The internet has become an indispensable tool for both job seekers and recruiters alike. It’s a way for all of us to connect easier. Back to TopHow much will it cost me to use a Recruiter?It should cost you nothing. Nowadays, companies pay the recruiter’s fee, not the candidate.Back to TopDo you place recent college graduates?As a general rule, we place people with at least 3-5 years of full-time work experience, and often up to 20 or 30 years experience. We specialize in mid- to senior-level technical and management positions. However, on occasion, we may get a request for an exceptional recent graduate to fill an entry-level position. Back to TopDo you sponsor H1 visas or use sub-contractors?As a general rule, no. Since we specialize in full-time permanent and direct-hire placement, we ourselves do not sponsor. Most of our clients also do not sponsor. However, we will on occasion get a client that will sponsor H1 visas. Back to TopDo you accept referrals?OF COURSE! Referrals are the cornerstone of our business. The vast majority of the people we have placed over the years have been referrals of other candidates we have spoken with, not necessarily successfully placed. That’s the best thanks we can get from you – that you trust us enough to send your friends and co-workers to us to.Back to Top
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