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Why Empathy Makes You a Better Recruiter
Recruiting is often seen as a numbers game. How many calls did you make today? How many candidates are in your pipeline? How quickly can you fill a role? These metrics matter, but they can obscure the truth about what really drives success in recruitment. At its core, recruiting is

How to Identify Trends That Will Shape Recruitment in 2026
Recruiting is not just about filling today’s jobs—it’s about anticipating tomorrow’s needs. Agency recruiters and search consultants know that the landscape changes constantly. Candidate expectations evolve, client priorities shift, and technology reshapes how we connect talent with opportunity. The difference between recruiters who thrive and those who struggle is often

How to Turn a ‘No’ into a ‘Yes’ in Recruitment
Recruiting is filled with small victories and crushing setbacks. Few moments sting more than hearing the word “no.” Maybe it comes from a candidate who decides to stay put after weeks of conversations. Maybe it comes from a client who insists they want to “see more candidates” even after you’ve

How to Use Holiday Down Time to Plan for Recruitment Growth
Recruiting is a business built on momentum. When the phones are ringing, candidates are returning messages, and clients are sending job orders, it’s easy to feel like you’re in control. But the reality is that momentum doesn’t last forever. There are natural cycles in recruitment, and one of the most

How to Stay Productive During the Holiday Season as a Recruiter
Recruiting is not just about filling today’s openings; it’s about anticipating tomorrow’s needs. Agency recruiters and search consultants who consistently outperform their peers are those who think two steps ahead. They know that the market never sleeps, that career decisions are shaped by timing, and that pipelines are not built

How to Identify and Address Candidate Hesitations Early
Every recruiter knows the thrill of discovering a candidate who seems perfect for a role. Their background aligns, their skills are sharp, and on paper they’re exactly what the client wants. But then the process slows down. Emails go unanswered. Calls are rescheduled. Excitement turns into hesitation. And just like