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As of August 1, 2024 TRU has merged with Next Level Exchange, Dimensional Search, Sanford Rose Associates, and all Starfish Partners enterprises to transform recruitment training, coaching, and consulting.
Should You Increase Your Guarantee Terms?
QUESTION: My question is about guaranteed terms. In the last 4 months I have had several companies send me their contracts that stipulate low fees, usually 20% with a guaranteed period for a full refund of 36 months. Then I try to negotiate a better rate and they...
Script for Raising Fees
QUESTION: I would like some information on raising my fees. I am physician recruiter, and it seems that $25K is the going rate. However, with physicians making at least $200K at a 30% fee that would be $60K. Also, any tips on email subject lines or let me know if...
Using Facebook to Recruit Candidates
QUESTION: Recently I heard a recruiter that is using Facebook to make placements and finding candidates. I used to use Facebook years back. However, now I am concerned about privacy issues if I use Facebook to find candidates. Do you recommend creating a new...
Successfully Managing a Candidate During the Resignation Period
QUESTION: How do you best manage the period of time between resignation and the start date? - Peter, Portsmouth, New Hampshire ANSWER: Any resignation period is scary, especially in the market we are in right now where people are so aggressive in their...
How to Plan for Maximum Productivity
QUESTION: What is the best way to plan for you day or your week? I tend to get sidetracked all week long by a number of things. I’ll be honest (please do not use my last name), I tend to lose focus and I am rarely, if ever, well planned. - Paul, Georgia ANSWER:...
The Best Assessments to Use With Your Recruiters
QUESTION: In regards to assessments, I have used several in hiring recruiters. I have used Wonderlic and it is horrendous. I know that the assessment is not the hire or do not hire tool, but an evaluation of skills and capabilities as well as training and...