What You Should Never Tell A Recruiter?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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  • “I’ll take anything (any role at your company)”
  • “Sure, that sounds like a good salary.”
  • “My previous company was horrible.”
  • “My former boss won’t give me a good recommendation because he/she was threatened by me.”
  • “I know my interview is today, but can we reschedule?”

What should you not tell a recruiter?

  • 1) I’ll take anything. …
  • 2) It’s only a short term arrangement. …
  • 3) My last company was just AWFUL. …
  • 4) I don’t think I’ll take the job. …
  • 5) I’m just waiting for my counter offer.

Why recruiters are bad for your career?

As previously mentioned, most recruiters working for staffing companies don’t have exclusive contracts to offer a job, actually screen candidates or are otherwise directly involved in the hiring process. … This is bad for you because it

means that you cannot target yourself to a particular position as easily

.

Can recruiters blacklist you?

Employers could blacklist employees for a number of reasons including incompetence and bad behavior. Recruiters may even blacklist job seekers for

skipping interviews

, wasting their time, nagging, generally being unprepared for interviews, lying on their resumes and within their qualification, etc.

Should you tell a recruiter how much you make?

Even so, there is actually more harm in not telling a recruiter your salary than it is to be

open and honest upfront

. There are three reasons why it’s more beneficial to both you and the recruiter if you are open about your current salary and future salary requirements.

Do recruiters lie?

By and large, recruiters are honest and upfront with job seekers and many genuinely care about every candidate. However,

recruiters do sometimes lie

. The most common recruiter lies are usually well-intentioned and largely innocuous.

What’s the difference between a recruiter and a headhunter?

A headhunter is an individual or company that finds potential candidates for the position(s) that a company is looking to fill. They then pass over that information to the company. … A headhunter

does not generally do any hiring

. A recruiter is someone who works with the hiring process itself.

Is it worth getting a job through a recruiter?

Working with a recruiter can be a great way to advance your job search. But, remember it’s just one avenue. So,

take the experience at face value

: They can help you find your next position—and that’d be a great outcome for everyone.

Is it easier to get a job through a recruiter?

To make the process easier,

consider working with a recruiter

. When working with a recruiter, you’re not totally alone in your job search. A recruiter could match you with a job that requires your skills and experiences. Keep in mind that a recruiter’s job is not to find you a job.

Can you trust job recruiters?

You

can trust a recruiter once you see that they have your best interests at heart

, but not a moment before! It is very easy to become a third-party recruiter. There are virtually no barriers to entry. All you need to set up shop is a phone line and an internet connection.

Can recruiters blacklist you on indeed?


Recruiters may or may not keep an actual blacklist for job candidates

. The list can be in the form of an internal document, or red flag on a candidate’s profile. Other times, recruiters may simply make a mental note of a candidate they wish to never do business with again. Recruiters don’t live and work in a bubble.

How do you tell if you are being blacklisted?

Signs of Blacklisting

If you have highly sought-after skills but can’t seem to land a job interview, that, too, could be a sign of blacklisting. Another sign that you’ve been blacklisted is

when you’ve come close to getting hired and then suddenly get rejected

.

How do you know if you’re blacklisted?

  1. TransUnion. One of the largest credit bureaus in South Africa, Transunion have an SMS option to find out if you have been blacklisted. …
  2. Experian. Another leading South African credit bureau, Experian, also offer you a free credit report every year. …
  3. Compuscan.

Can I lie about my salary in interview?

Muse Career Coach, Theresa Merrill, advises people to be

honest

about their current or past salary. Misrepresenting anything about your work history in an interview or on an application is “unethical,” and therefore unadvisable. … Neves says to let them know that you’re knowledgeable on the salary range of the position.

Do headhunters negotiate salary?

But in reality,

the recruiter is your best friend during salary negotiations

. For one thing, it’s in the recruiter’s best interest to get you to say yes to the offer. … Plus, speaking with a recruiter about salary—as opposed to a hiring manager—helps you avoid some awkward situations.

Can a recruiter ask your current salary?

This means that

an interviewer can ask you about your Salary History

— but, if you want, you can politely decline to relinquish such information.

Rachel Ostrander
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Rachel Ostrander
Rachel is a career coach and HR consultant with over 5 years of experience working with job seekers and employers. She holds a degree in human resources management and has worked with leading companies such as Google and Amazon. Rachel is passionate about helping people find fulfilling careers and providing practical advice for navigating the job market.