S3E3 - Three Recruiters: An Interview With a "Toddler Recruiter"

Summary
Jessica Baranowski, a self-proclaimed "toddler recruiter," shares her journey into the talent acquisition field. She discusses her background in counseling and how her love for interpersonal communication led her to recruitment. Jessica talks about the satisfaction of changing someone's life through job opportunities and the joy of learning about different professions. The conversation also touches on the importance of curiosity and genuine interest in people for success in recruiting.

The group of Recruiters covers various topics related to recruiting and the job market. They discuss the importance of Recruiters being curious and engaged during interviews, as well as the impact of a positive candidate experience. They also touch on the volatility of the recruiting market and the challenges Recruiters face. The conversation then shifts to the length of resumes, with the guest expressing her belief that resumes should be as long as necessary to convey relevant experience. In this conversation, Jessica Baranosky shares insights and advice on resumes, cover letters, entry-level positions, and the recruiting industry.  Lastly, Jessica shares a poignant story about a candidate who passed away after accepting a job offer.

Takeaways

• Recruiters should strive to be curious and engaged during interviews to have more meaningful conversations and gather better information.
• A positive candidate experience, including clear and timely communication, is crucial for building trust and maintaining a good reputation as a recruiter.
• The recruiting market can be volatile, with positions being reallocated or eliminated, leading to challenges for recruiters.
• Resumes should be as long as necessary to convey relevant experience, and candidates should not feel limited to one page if more information is needed. Craft a resume that tells a story and goes beyond one page if necessary.
• Cover letters are becoming less common, but if provided, recruiters will read them.
• Hiring teams should invest in training and development to properly train entry-level candidates.
• Job seekers should take care of themselves during the job search process.
• Hiring managers should listen to recruiters and be realistic in their expectations.
• Recruiters should prioritize empathy and communication with candidates.
• A poignant story about a candidate who passed away after accepting a job offer.

Danielle and Tracey are friends who also happen to have the same career - Talent Acquisition. They are both Recruiters with a passion for people. This podcast aims to help listeners to better understand the workforce, land jobs, and get an inside look at the behind the scenes of Recuiting. Most importantly, Tracey and Danielle are your friends in navigating this crazy thing called life.

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