David D What I learned as a Recruiter

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What I Learned From Staffing

* Overview of what the Staffing Industry is
-- Multi-billion $$ industry
-- Why it exists
-- Contract vs Direct Placent

* "Good" vs "bad" companies
-- Quotas
-- 'Passive' recruiting
-- Straight-up lying

* How to Handle Recruiters
-- Show personality
-- Treat like a actual interview
-- They'll probably ask you to come in, if so, go if possible (if nothing else, it's good practice!)

* Job Hunt
-- Resume
  - Don't be afraid to brag a little
  - Customize resume / cover letter
-- Networking
  - Do it early, do it often
  - Be sincere: find common interests, and you might come out with both a job and a friend
-- General Pointers / Do's and Don'ts
  DON'T
    - Talk negative about past employers
    - Hygeine matters
   DO: 
    - Make a First impression
    - Practice
    - Show personality
  
  
* Summary
Luck is a numbers game
"People don't remember what you say, they remember how you make them feel"