If you’re currently in the market for a new job or are wondering what opportunities might be out there for you, you may not think you need a staffing firm. After all, it’s a job seeker’s market, right?
Right. But you may not be aware of everything a staffing firm has to offer you.
Here are just a few of the advantages they can offer:
Insider access.
Staffing agencies are embedded in the local employment market. They know who is hiring, they know the true decision makers and they know what it’s like to work there. If you have a company you’ve always wanted to work for, but have been unable to get your foot in the door, your staffing agency contact can be a true career ally. They often know about jobs before they are even posted.
Honest feedback.
If you don’t get a job, you’re lucky if the employer notifies you. The most feedback you’re going to get is that they hired someone who was better qualified. They aren’t going to tell you that your answer to the “greatest weakness” question was lame, or your handshake was weak. They won’t say that you mumble when you answer, or you need to tell your story better. A staffing professional will. Employers give feedback to staffing professionals, which they can share with you, so you can do better next time.
Interview preparation.
Even better than feedback after the fact is avoiding missteps in the first place. Your recruiter will help you to polish your resume, tell you how to dress and even conduct a mock interview to work out any kinks. Because of their insider access, they will know if the interviewer’s pet peeve is striped ties or if there is a unwritten quality they are looking for that you should bring up.
Decision-making help.
In a market where there are a lot of jobs available, it can be hard to know which one will be the right one for you. Your recruiter will get to know you — your skills, interests and what you truly want out of your career. They will also know the employer and the opportunity well, so they will know if you are a good fit. If you are weighing multiple opportunities they will be able to help you choose the right one to you.
Market knowledge.
The staffing firm you work with will know about the industry or region they specialize in. They will know which companies are growing and they will know how much you can realistically expect as far as compensation goes and what additional training, education or experience you may need in order to reach your goals.
Looking to grow your career? Contact Elected Personnel today to help you in your job search.
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