Recruiting has always been a high-pressure, high-urgency industry. Technology was supposed to make it easier—faster searches, better matches, streamlined processes. But in today’s crowded tech landscape, where every week seems to bring another “game-changing” tool, the big question is: How do recruiters really feel about all of this? To find

Ah, yes . . . technology. Technology promises to make everything easier, faster, and smarter. But ask any agency recruiter about their daily experience, and you might hear a different story—one filled with frustration, tool overload, and fear of switching platforms. To better understand what recruiters really think about their

Agency recruiters and search consultants know that not all job orders are created equal. Some roles move quickly, have responsive clients, and generate momentum from day one. But others? They stall, stretch, and challenge even the most seasoned recruiting professionals. These are the difficult-to-fill roles—the high-maintenance searches with limited talent

In today’s hiring climate—characterized by cautious clients, fewer job orders, and longer decision cycles—agency recruiters and search consultants face an urgent challenge: knowing which roles to prioritize and which to let go. Amid the noise, the recruiters who win are those who master the art of focus. That’s right—the difference

(Editor’s note: The information from this article by Top Echelon Recruiting Software has been taken from an Expert Recruiter Coaching Series webinar by Danny Cahill of According to Danny titled, “Value Prop 3.0” Click HERE to watch the video of that training webinar for free.) The Death of Traditional Recruiting and the Rise of Influence Recruitment