From the course: Engage the Likability Effect in the Job Search
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What recruiters like in a job candidate
From the course: Engage the Likability Effect in the Job Search
What recruiters like in a job candidate
- [Instructor] Recruiters are the gatekeepers to hiring managers. And one quality they consistently look for in applicants, likability. Here's how to increase your likability factor with recruiters. First, complete the application. Yeah, this sounds basic but you may be surprised. Internal recruiters are working on multiple open roles with several hiring managers with different demands and tons of different timelines. Most aren't trying to give you busywork by asking you to complete an online form or assessment, but rather trying to keep all things organized. Even if you have a referral into the company, which I highly recommend to avoid some of the gymnastics and whims of the applicant tracking system, it's likely you'll need to complete the standard online application for legal reasons. Well as a former recruiter I'll be the first to say this process has a lot of room for improvement. Being difficult may get you…
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