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When I've switched positions the past two times I just reached out to a local recruiter and let them know what I was looking for. Recruiters, the ones you contact - not the ones that spam your DMs, are extremely valuable.
Any tips on finding recruiters?
Should I just be cold-connecting with them on LinkedIn, or is there a better way to reach out?
Honestly, it's hard as heck. When I was a hiring manager, it took me forever to find two firms that weren't sleazy and had quality candidates. When I was looking for my new gig, neither of them had great leads for me.
Robert Half is pretty decent. Jobot and Workbridge are hot garbage.
Yeah seems I've only ever encountered some of the bad firms in that case.
I'm gonna take a look at your recommendation, thanks!
Search for field specific recruiter companies in your area and reach out to them. Most of the good companies have enough work that they don't need to cold call clients on LinkedIn.
Interesting, thanks! Did you have to pay them, or would they get a commission from the company hiring you?
Recruiters usually work off commission from the hiring company.
Outside of specific careers, recruiters are paid by the hiring company. If a recruiter tries to charge you for a tech job, run.