What it takes to be an EXCEPTIONAL Recruitment Manager
Recruitment is a PEOPLE ORIENTED PROCESS and a good Recruitment Manager brings unique characteristics to the table but there are several distinct similarities among the Top Performers. Here are Key Competencies -¨ BUSINESSBusiness Awareness» Have in-depth Product Knowledge» Focus on Company Culture and Employee BackgroundSalesmanship» Recruiting is Sales» Strong Follow Up Skills» Use Power of Influence» Never Leave a Negative Impression» Always be Target Driven
¨ LEADERSHIPHave a lot of Hustle» Be full of Motivation, Drive and Aggression» Always Thinking, Sourcing, Networking, Researching and ConnectingTrusted Reliable Advisor» Never be afraid to ask Right Questions» Give Right Advice to Win RespectBe good in Negotiations» Make it a Win-Win Proposition» Seal the Deal
¨ INTER-PERSONALGood People Skills» Be Approachable and Friendly» Be a Good Listener» Always pick your Phone» Sound Nice and in a Good Mood» Listen First and then Speak» Be a Good Speaker» Promote Company and Position» Talk Small but Clear all doubts» Finish with a Thank you NoteLong Term Relationship Building» Cultivate and Develop Relationships Everywhere» Create more Open, Friendly and Communicative Relationships» Be an Expert, Advisor and Counselor» Be Concerned and Stay Connected
¨ INTRA-PERSONALBe a Hunter» Know where to Search» Pick Diamonds from StonesBe Well Organized» Clearly communicate your Availability Hours» Prioritize work on a Daily Basis» Follow a proper Process Flow» Take notes Systematically for Easy RetrievalKnow your Strengths and Limitations» Put aside Personal Biases and Prejudices» Learn to handle Rejections» Adapt Quickly» Embrace Patience
¨ TECHNICALSearch Expert» Know how to search for Top Talent» Use Boolean Strings to Refine Search Results (Google, Yahoo and Bing)» Use Advance Filter OptionsTech Know-How» Knowledge of Latest Tools» Use Social Media to your Advantage
