Get headhunted by an executive search consultant
Being headhunted by an executive search consultant gives you an advantage. With a knowledge and pool of high talent, it often makes them the first line of call when companies are filling roles. When recommended it gives you an advantage when negotiating salary and benefits. If you’re ready for your next challenge here are a few suggestions on how to get headhunted.
Become recognized in your industry
Get your knowledge and expertise recognized in your specialist industry by becoming an active voice. You can do this by attending conferences, volunteering to speak at events and writing blogs/article is a great way to become an active voice. This can lead to being quoted in publications which in turn is another way to get your name out there.
Testimonials
Getting people to vouch for you will be no problem if you’re good at what you do, word and mouth can be a very powerful tool. Try to get connections such as friends/family, previous and current colleagues to add testimonials and endorsements to your profile. Add these to your website, blog or online CV to get your name out even more.
Networking
We’ve all heard the saying “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know” this is often true. Networking is one of the most powerful tools to get opportunities. It provides you a platform to showcase your knowledge, personality and enthusiasm. Helping to find like-minded professionals meaning your knowledge is relevant to the people you’re networking in.
Online presence
Social media is a big part of business now, and therefore a great place to showcase your skills and knowledge. To stay relevant, keep your exposure consistent but not too annoying. Many people have been headhunted on LinkedIn as it is primarily a business platform, but also isn’t uncommon on Twitter either.
Relationships
It’s not uncommon for executive head hunters to place and find professionals they once, had as clients. Building relationships with recruiters is a great way to get your foot in the door. Getting a recruitment company to help with internal roles helps you to get a better pool of candidates that can improve both work and cultural dynamics.
Executive search recruiters only tend to start their search when they have a suitable role. Staying active and relevant can build and maintain, authoritative reputation and stay in the recruiter’s mind.
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