Vicki at Monster says, “If you wait until a recruiter contacts you to help you find a job, you’re missing the boat.”
I firmly believe that productivity in life—almost everything, really—requires proactivity. This means reaching out to recruiters and company HR departments regularly. Setting up job alerts and using job-search strategies like LinkedIn and job fairs are also crucial.
Sometimes, all you need to do is reach out and communicate your qualifications effectively. By "effectively," I mean you should be well-prepared to articulate what you want to say and convey it confidently. Anticipate potential questions and practice your responses.
Keep in mind that you might only have a few minutes to make an impression, so it’s essential that your message is clear and impactful within a short timeframe.
If you have a connection with an in-house recruiter at a company you're interested in, and there’s an opportunity available, definitely reach out. For example:
“Hello, my name is Femi. Am I speaking with Sarah? I am aware of an opening at your organization and would like to schedule an interview at your convenience to discuss how my profile aligns with this opportunity. I possess the qualifications, experience, and additional skills that I believe would be valuable to your team.”
If the current opportunity doesn’t work out, ask the recruiter to keep you in mind for future positions. Confirm how and when you might follow up, or request their email so you can send your CV. Periodically check in with them to stay on their radar—often, they’ll be aware of upcoming job openings before they’re posted publicly.
On the other hand, if you’re working with a third-party recruiter through an agency, you can be more proactive. Since agencies earn commissions from employers (usually a percentage of your starting salary), it’s in their best interest to help you secure a job. If you wait for them to call you, you might be waiting for a long time, as they are often very busy.
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