Has OP (the writer of that LinkedIn article) burnt many bridges though? Do agencies have the power to keep someone "out" in some way (via their own network or influence at various levels of management at client companies for instance)
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Burning bridges or much needed spring cleaning in this industry
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Originally posted by yetanotherbob View PostHas OP (the writer of that LinkedIn article) burnt many bridges though? Do agencies have the power to keep someone "out" in some way (via their own network or influence at various levels of management at client companies for instance)Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.Comment
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Burning bridges or much needed spring cleaning in this industry
I think he is challenging behaviour in the industry as a customer of it.
I've messaged the chap as some of the dates in our CRM data doesn't link up with the very short window of data on Huxley's CRM system. There may be duplicate records etc. Worth noting we do also have a preference system and an unsubscribe option.
In answer to your question, there is no secret industry (or indeed company) list of contractors we wouldn't place just for expressing an opinion on business media. Not sure how some end clients would view it though.Comment
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Originally posted by Willapp View PostAs frustrating as this is, I can't see it changing as the strategy these recruiters adopt is very low cost to them (automated keyword matching + mass emails) and if it reaches one person who's right for the role and they fill it, why would they care if 10,000 other people get pissed off?
In answer to your question, there is no secret industry (or indeed company) list of contractors we wouldn't place just for expressing an opinion on business media. Not sure how some end clients would view it though.Down with racism. Long live miscegenation!Comment
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Originally posted by Andy Hallett View PostI think he is challenging behaviour in the industry as a customer of it.
Another common behaviour that I regularly come across that I think needs challenged is recruiters presenting themselves as technology professionals ("SAP consultant" or "XYZ consultant") on LinkedIn or their email signatures.
How does it help and is this something encouraged?
Does it not affect their credibility when seen by clients?Comment
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Recruiters shouldn't (in my opinion) present themselves as technical experts. They should be experts in supplying resource. Understanding the industry and specialist skills do build credibility with our customers.
Good recruiters are very valuable to the supply chain but always should be clear and proud about what they do.
Our Life Sciences brand has done a really nice piece on being part of the industry.
http://www.realstaffing.com/about-us/inspired-by-youComment
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Originally posted by Andy Hallett View PostRecruiters shouldn't (in my opinion) present themselves as technical experts. They should be experts in supplying resource. Understanding the industry and specialist skills do build credibility with our customers.
Good recruiters are very valuable to the supply chain but always should be clear and proud about what they do.
Our Life Sciences brand has done a really nice piece on being part of the industry.
Inspired by you | Real Staffing
I'm more than happy for one of these guys to represent me and very successful they seem to be at it too.The Chunt of Chunts.Comment
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Originally posted by NotAllThere View PostThis is true. I was told I was "blacklisted" and a few months later got a call from the same agent, wondering if I was available. If money is to be made...Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.Comment
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Originally posted by Andy Hallett View PostI think he is challenging behaviour in the industry as a customer of it.Comment
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I found deleting my LinkedIn profile greatly reduced the amount of agency spam I get, though I do still get the occasional email from recruiters. But then, I don't work via agents anyway...Comment
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