Elite Recruiter’s Tricks, Tips, and Techniques

Sourcing and Attracting Candidates

  • Implement a “3-headed monster” approach: consistent phone calls, emails, and LinkedIn messages
  • Set daily activity targets and track performance
  • Prioritize personal, direct communication over digital interactions

Screening and Interviewing

  • Always transition digital conversations to phone calls
  • Practice active listening and conversation steering techniques
  • Use phone interviews to assess candidate potential beyond resume

Candidate Assessment and Selection

  • Develop a growth mindset focused on execution
  • Create a structured candidate evaluation framework
  • Regularly role-play to improve assessment skills

Offer Negotiation and Closing

  • Create urgency in placement process
  • Develop an automated follow-up sequence for clients and candidates
  • Maintain consistent communication throughout hiring cycle

General Recruitment Effectiveness

  • Practice positive self-talk and mental resilience
  • Set ambitious, clear career vision
  • Implement a “power list” of 3-5 critical daily tasks
  • Take regular breaks to prevent burnout (recommend quarterly long weekend)
  • Phone recording systems (e.g., RingCentral)
  • LinkedIn for networking
  • Automation tools for client/candidate follow-up
  • Social media platforms for professional networking
  • “The Power of 1 More” by Ed Mylett
  • “Relentless” by Tim Grover
  • “Shoe Dog” by Phil Knight
  • “Open” by Andre Agassi

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