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Recruiting agencies that bring in a sourcing partner usually choose between two levels of help. The right one depends on how much of the search you want to keep in-house. Sourcing only Sourcing plus screening Target list and research Included Included Passive candidate outreach Included Included Interest confirmed Included Included Requirements checked against the job You handle Included Compensation expectations verified You handle Included Client-ready intro You write Inclu

For specialized and senior roles, the people you most want to hire are usually busy doing good work somewhere else. They aren't checking job boards, so a posting alone won't reach them. Who passive candidates are Passive candidates are employed professionals who aren't actively job hunting but would consider the right move. They tend to be: Performing well and valued by their current employer Selective about what they'd leave for Responsive to a direct, specific conversation

When companies hire an outside recruiter, they usually choose between contingency and retained search. A container search sits between the two, and for many important roles it's the better fit. How the three models compare Contingency Container Retained Upfront payment None Partial, at kickoff Large share, in stages Recruiter commitment Shared with other agencies Dedicated to your search Dedicated to your search Best for Roles that are easy to fill Hard-to-fill, mid to senior

For a boutique agency or solo recruiter, the hardest part of a new search usually isn't closing. It's the hours of research before you have anyone to talk to. A sourcing partner takes that work off your plate so you can spend your time with clients and candidates. What a sourcing partner handles Research: building a target list of companies and titles that match the search Passive candidate outreach: finding and contacting people who aren't on job boards Interest checks: conf

Most companies don't plan to outsource recruiting. They get there after a few searches drag on longer than anyone expected. If any of these sound familiar, an RPO partner may save you time and money. 1. A key role has been open for more than 60 days. Every week a revenue-producing or leadership seat sits empty costs you output, and it puts extra load on the people covering it. 2. You're getting plenty of applicants, but not the right ones. Job postings attract people who are

Is your resume more than 2 years old? If so, it might be holding you back more than you realize ...

Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) isn’t just for big corporations—it’s for any company that wants a faster ...

The best candidates aren’t on job boards—they’re busy doing great work elsewhere. So how do you attract them? 1. Lead with the ‘why.’...