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Lead the charge in Facebook Recruiting at http://bit.ly/FacebookWebinarBadRhino

January 24, 2013 from 1pm to 1:45pm
Date: January 24thTime: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM ESTFacebook reaching 1 Billion users in October 2012, it's no surprise that the social network is a popular destination for recruiters. While some have been using the tool to their advantage for years, many aren't sure where to begin and how to build their strategy. This session will cover:How to setup and optimize your pageThe importance of defining your target audienceThree categories of content that can be used on FacebookSome basic ways to recruit…See More
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Jeremy Spring commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"At least you get to work for Euros.  We're here toiling away our livelihoods for a forlorn dollar.  "
Sep 30, 2011
Dan Hunter commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"Christ how annoying Jacqui, i had this happen recently with 3 senior hires.  The head of the business area asked me to get 3 people from a competitor, which i did, he interviewed them and then decided he wasn't going to hire after…"
Sep 30, 2011
Jacqui commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"Thanks everyone for your comments - yes you are not alone.  Anyway like all good recruiters I have dusted myself down and moved on.  Another day another euro...next..."
Sep 30, 2011
Jodi commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"Or how about placing the Director of HR at a fast growing IT firm and she brings on an in-house recruiter from her previous employer that has to prove his worth and wants to fill all of the companies openings on his own?  Before he came on…"
Sep 30, 2011
Darryl Dioso commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"And they wonder why we have such well stocked wine and liquor cabinets, eh?"
Sep 29, 2011
Jeremy Spring commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"Very frustrating, for sure. Inherent in folks in our business, I think, is that we enjoy meeting and interacting with people.  And any senior recruiting gig requires faith in the company you're representing, its people and culture, and the…"
Sep 29, 2011
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Recruitment - good days and bad days

Aaahhh it’s happened again – 23 years recruiting and clients still have the capacity to hit you where it really really hurts.  So you are working away on a contingency assignment,  the client has changed the profile twice but despite everything you have the final two candidates in for final round – they like both, both like the company and one of them will be offered the role.  This is a senior role and the fee is a big one.  You know what it’s like – the commission is spent and I think it’s in…See More
Sep 29, 2011
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Jacqui and Chantelle Legg are now friends
Sep 29, 2011
Bill Schultz commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"I'm amazed at how few CEO's actually have long term relationships with recruiters.  I don't know what this say about our industry's CRM.  But we pose the question to veteran CEO's with whom we meet and often they…"
Sep 28, 2011
Sandra McCartt commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"I had this crap happen in the middle of a search with one candidate still in play.  The twerpy head of HR decided i was not near as cool as the Executive Search Firm guys who had been licking and sucking on his phone.    I said oh…"
Sep 28, 2011
Valentino Martinez commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"Jacqui--your experience comes under the term "scar tissue".  I can show you scars (but I won't go there) real and emotional; and I'm sure over 23 years you already have a few of your own.  Point is they heal and you…"
Sep 28, 2011
Amy Ala commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"Sounds like the new CEO has his own recruiting relationships.... I don't see where that's anyone's fault exactly.  Still sucks and like you said Jacqui at least you've got an ally in HR and other reqs to work on - However,…"
Sep 28, 2011
Bill Schultz commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"... and sometimes you get half in the bag when it's not in the bag.  :)   Well, she owes you one.  (The HR person) "
Sep 28, 2011
Jacqui commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"Thanks for the empathy - there comes a time when you have to let it go and this is one of those. I decided to share my story for all those recruiters that sometimes have a bad day  Luckily my HR person is working with me on other roles so no…"
Sep 28, 2011
Bill Schultz commented on Jacqui's blog post 'Recruitment - good days and bad days'
"That stinks, Jacqui.  I think you should call the CEO directly and compel him or her to take a meeting.  Don't be angry, just point out the benefits to you taking the search, the road map you've taken and how well you…"
Sep 28, 2011

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Name
van Teutem
Job Title
Director
Company
Raretec Recruitment Ltd
Which best describes your profession?
Agency Recruiting
How many years have you been in the business?
>15 years
Which industries do you work in now?
Financial
How many employees in your company?
<10
Are you interested in split placements?
No
What kind of networking are you open to?
Open networking, Referrals between friends, Very targeted/niche, Invitation only
How do you introduce yourself to people you meet in business?
As an experienced recruiter.
Name someone you most admire
Freddy Mercury
Website
http://www.raretec.ie
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http://www.raretec.ie
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Twitter Profile
http://actuariesinirl
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Recruitment - good days and bad days

Posted on September 28, 2011 at 11:32am 13 Comments

Aaahhh it’s happened again – 23 years recruiting and clients still have the capacity to hit you where it really really hurts.  So you are working away on a contingency assignment,  the client has changed the profile twice but despite everything you have the final two candidates in for final round – they like both, both like the company and one of them will be offered the role.  This is a senior role and the fee is a big one.  You know what it’s like – the commission is spent and I think it’s…

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