{"id":18147,"date":"2023-09-20T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/empire-group.ap.applyflow.com\/250-lessons-we-have-learnt-with-250-years-of-experience\/"},"modified":"2023-09-20T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T00:00:00","slug":"250-lessons-we-have-learnt-with-250-years-of-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/250-lessons-we-have-learnt-with-250-years-of-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"250 Lessons We Have Learnt with 250 Years of Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"<article>\n<p>\u200b<span>empire group has more than 250 years of accumulated recruitment experience. Each of  our consultants have added unique and valuable lessons and perspectives to the  way we approach recruitment. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span>Here is a  list of 250 things we have learnt about recruitment, one for every year of  experience we have.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"><span>1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The market will always be changing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Your network is important to staying  up to date with your industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The recruitment industry and the  industry you recruit for are different things \u2013 they have different processes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sometimes it will be a candidate  driven market.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sometimes it will be a client driven  market.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The right fit isn\u2019t always the most  obvious one. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Recruiters aren\u2019t always going to be  valued by clients or candidates. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>8.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Having a mentor can help you in your  career. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 You catch more flies with honey than  vinegar. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>10.\u00a0\u00a0 You need to find validation within  yourself for your role, because you won\u2019t always get it externally. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>11.\u00a0\u00a0 No two days are the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>12.\u00a0\u00a0 You largely get to decide what you  get up to in a day. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>13.\u00a0\u00a0 You can earn good money as a  recruiter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>14.\u00a0\u00a0 But money is not the most valuable  part of the job. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>15.\u00a0\u00a0 Connecting the right person with the  right role can be more satisfying than a high commission. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>16.\u00a0\u00a0 The client will not always  communicate what they need. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>17.\u00a0\u00a0 The client will not always  communicate what they want.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>18.\u00a0\u00a0 The candidate will not always  communicate what they need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>19.\u00a0\u00a0 The candidate will not always  communicate what they want. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>20.\u00a0\u00a0 Being a recruiter is finding the  bridge between what a client needs and what they want.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>21.\u00a0\u00a0 Being a recruiter is finding the  bridge between what a candidate needs and what they want. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>22.\u00a0\u00a0 Recruiting means looking at both  candidate and client desires and finding the way they fit together. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>23.\u00a0\u00a0 People don\u2019t always think the way  you want them to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>24.\u00a0\u00a0 Be prepared for people to change  their mind. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>25.\u00a0\u00a0 Be prepared for people to change  their goals. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>26.\u00a0\u00a0 You need to work with people, not  against them. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>27.\u00a0\u00a0 You cannot always take things  personally. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>28.\u00a0\u00a0 To succeed you need to be  enthusiastic about recruitment. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>29.\u00a0\u00a0 You need to advocate for your  candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>30.\u00a0\u00a0 You need to advocate for your  clients. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>31.\u00a0\u00a0 The key to creating a strong client  relationship is communication. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>32.\u00a0\u00a0 The candidate experience will be  influenced by your attitude. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>33.\u00a0\u00a0 People are naturally drawn to those  passionate about what they do. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>34.\u00a0\u00a0 To succeed you should be the  recruiter clients want to brief.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>35.\u00a0\u00a0 To succeed you should be the person  candidates want to refer their friends to. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>36.\u00a0\u00a0 Relationships are forever. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>37.\u00a0\u00a0 Clients and candidates are equally  important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>38.\u00a0\u00a0 The market will change, and your  role with evolve and shift with that. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>39.\u00a0\u00a0 Candidate short markets do not last.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>40.\u00a0\u00a0 Job short markets do not last. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>41.\u00a0\u00a0 Learn to ride the wave, and weather  the storm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>42.\u00a0\u00a0 It is easy to feel down if you  aren\u2019t getting the placements you want.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>43.\u00a0\u00a0 Business development is important.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>44.\u00a0\u00a0 You need to keep moving forward. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>45.\u00a0\u00a0 Recruitment rewards those who are  consistent. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>46.\u00a0\u00a0 Personal branding is important.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>47.\u00a0\u00a0 You need to set yourself apart from  the competition. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>48.\u00a0\u00a0 You need to be proactive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>49.\u00a0\u00a0 You are not just selling others, but  yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>50.\u00a0\u00a0 It is important to consider how you  look to your candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>51.\u00a0\u00a0 It is important to consider how you  look to your clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>52.\u00a0\u00a0 Just like influencers need to build  followers on social media, you need to build a reputation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>53.\u00a0\u00a0 A strong reputation makes business  development easier.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>54.\u00a0\u00a0 There is always something new to  learn. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>55.\u00a0\u00a0 Your reputation helps build trust  with new people. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>56.\u00a0\u00a0 In 2022, your social media is key. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>57.\u00a0\u00a0 You should always be trying to learn  new processes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>58.\u00a0\u00a0 Technology is not the enemy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>59.\u00a0\u00a0 Social media and technology are now  invaluable tools to build your reputation. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>60.\u00a0\u00a0 Don\u2019t let your bias get in the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>61.\u00a0\u00a0 It is easy to be biased if you let  yourself be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>62.\u00a0\u00a0 You shouldn\u2019t assume things.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>63.\u00a0\u00a0 Always clarify with candidates and  clients. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>64.\u00a0\u00a0 You are helping candidates find the  right fit for them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>65.\u00a0\u00a0 You are helping the client find the  right fit for them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>66.\u00a0\u00a0 Just because it\u2019s not your right  fit, doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s not the right fit for them. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>67.\u00a0\u00a0 Information is power. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>68.\u00a0\u00a0 Always ask questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>69.\u00a0\u00a0 Make sure you keep notes of your  interactions. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>70.\u00a0\u00a0 Always be gathering information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>71.\u00a0\u00a0 People look to you for advice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>72.\u00a0\u00a0 So, don\u2019t be afraid to offer it. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>73.\u00a0\u00a0 Not all candidates will do  themselves justice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>74.\u00a0\u00a0 Some people are exceptional once you  dig deeper. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>75.\u00a0\u00a0 If you don\u2019t dig deeper, you will  miss out on exceptional opportunities. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>76.\u00a0\u00a0 Lawyers will often shy away from  selling themselves. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>77.\u00a0\u00a0 Not everyone knows what they want.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>78.\u00a0\u00a0 They don\u2019t have to know what they  want, that\u2019s why they come to a recruiter. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>79.\u00a0\u00a0 People are afraid of change. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>80.\u00a0\u00a0 There is often a misconception about  certain jobs. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>81.\u00a0\u00a0 Not all top tier firms cause burn  out. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>82.\u00a0\u00a0 Not all boutique firms have a family  culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>83.\u00a0\u00a0 The culture of a business is  important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>84.\u00a0\u00a0 It\u2019s important to learn and be able  to report on the culture of a firm to candidates. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>85.\u00a0\u00a0 Be adaptable \u2013 things change, be  prepared for this. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>86.\u00a0\u00a0 Candidates won\u2019t wait for you. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>87.\u00a0\u00a0 Speed to market is important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>88.\u00a0\u00a0 Sometimes a labour shortage, is a  skills shortage. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>89.\u00a0\u00a0 Always offer clients feedback.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>90.\u00a0\u00a0 Always offer candidates feedback.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>91.\u00a0\u00a0 Be quick to follow up with clients  through the application process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>92.\u00a0\u00a0 First impressions count.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>93.\u00a0\u00a0 COVID changed the industry and how  we recruit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>94.\u00a0\u00a0 Being self-aware is important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>95.\u00a0\u00a0 Being proactive is better than being  reactive. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>96.\u00a0\u00a0 Give your 100% in all parts of  recruitment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>97.\u00a0\u00a0 Some candidates will follow your  lead, others won\u2019t. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>98.\u00a0\u00a0 Be prepared to fail. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>99.\u00a0\u00a0 You learn more from failure than you  do from success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>100. Be  dependable. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>101. You  need to be organised. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>102.Do  your own research. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>103.\u00a0Be  prepared for as much as you can. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>104.Don\u2019t  be too hard on yourself when things go wrong. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>105.Recruitment  is about problem solving. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>106.\u00a0Recruitment  is communication underpinned by data. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>107.\u00a0Just  because you know what something means, doesn\u2019t mean someone else does too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>108.\u00a0Subheadings  are important on a resume. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>109.Candidates  resume should look different depending on which job they are applying for. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>110. References  are important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>111.\u00a0Resumes  should include things like hobbies to set candidates apart more. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>112. Some  people are too afraid to look for work on their own, this is okay. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>113.\u00a0Job  interviews are not an employer driven process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>114.\u00a0Candidates  should use an interview to find out information from the company. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>115.\u00a0Preparation  is key for everyone in the recruitment process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>116. Recruiters  will take longer than 10 seconds to read a resume. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>117.\u00a0 The  internet has made the industry more data driven. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>118.\u00a0\u00a0We  no longer advertise in newspapers. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>119.\u00a0\u00a0Success  comes from your ability to perfect the little things. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>120.\u00a0 Ad  chasing is a part of the role. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>121. Many  recruiters are stubborn, this helps them in their role. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>122.Even  a rejection can be turned into a relationship. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>123.\u00a0Some  people really need feedback.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>124.\u00a0\u00a0Some  people don\u2019t like getting feedback. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>125.\u00a0People  read reviews. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>126.\u00a0Your  candidates won\u2019t always trust your opinion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>127.Your  clients won\u2019t always trust your opinion. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>128.\u00a0Some  people work best in an office.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>129.Some  people work best from home. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>130.Some  people need to have a variation of work from home and in the office. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>131.\u00a0Sometimes  things are out of your control. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>132.\u00a0Replacing  an employee costs a company more than retaining them does. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>133.Be  prepared for the process to move quickly right now.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>134.Candidates  and clients will be chased by other recruiters. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>135.\u00a0Education  is not always the most important thing on a resume \u2013 sometimes it\u2019s experience.  <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>136.\u00a0Be  open minded about different types of people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>137.\u00a0Diversity  should be celebrated. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>138. The  company a job is coming from is just as important as the role for a candidate. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>139. Technical  skills are getting more important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>140.\u00a0The  people around you have different experiences- you can learn from everyone. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>141.\u00a0You  need to teach candidates how to sell themselves. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>142.Soft  skills are becoming more important for candidates. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>143. You  need to be marketing at all times. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>144.\u00a0People  are often desperate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>145.\u00a0People  won\u2019t always want to be honest. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>146.Asking  for help is okay. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>147.\u00a0There  is a difference between \u2018culture add\u2019 and \u2018culture fit\u2019. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>148.If  you have respect from a client, they will listen to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>149.\u00a0If  a client trusts you, they will listen to you. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>150.It\u2019s  important to manage expectations. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>151.\u00a0Don\u2019t  leave people guessing. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>152.\u00a0Be  flexible to a client\u2019s different ideas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>153.\u00a0Be  flexible to a candidate\u2019s different ideas. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>154.Be  open to learning new technology. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>155.\u00a0Someone  will always want to break the rules. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>156.\u00a0Empathy  is a underrated skill. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>157. You  can\u2019t recruit for a role you don\u2019t understand. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>158.\u00a0Marketing  is important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>159.\u00a0Recruiters  need to be able to turn challenges into opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>160.\u00a0Recruiters  need to be able to turn failures into examples to avoid. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>161.\u00a0There  are laws that impact recruitment- you have to know them. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>162. Different  interview processes work for different candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>163.\u00a0Candidates  deserve respect and professionalism. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>164.\u00a0You  can interview people online now. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>165.\u00a0Mental  health is important to success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>166.Emotional  health is important to success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>167.\u00a0Physical  health is important to success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>168.\u00a0The  peaks are very high, and the lows can be very low. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>169.\u00a0It  is important to be balanced. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>170.\u00a0Gratitude  is important for balance. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>171. You  shouldn\u2019t quit when things go wrong. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>172.\u00a0Don\u2019t  just move on from mistakes, learn from them. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>173.\u00a0Learn  from your peers\u2019 mistakes too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>174.\u00a0Working  with other recruiters is a good thing. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>175.\u00a0Helping  others will make you want to plan your career. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>176.\u00a0You  need to know about a job\u2019s manager and managerial style for a candidate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>177. Be  realistic with people. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>178.\u00a0Learn  your capabilities, and let others know. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>179.Recruitment  is a service. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>180.\u00a0You  work, even in jobs you love. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>181.\u00a0Friends  and family are important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>182.Recruitment  can be unforgiving. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>183.Sometimes  you have seconds to change lives. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>184.\u00a0Giving  a candidate an offer is rewarding. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>185.\u00a0No  two roles will be the same. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>186. No  two candidates will be the same. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>187.\u00a0\u00a0No  two HR departments will be the same. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>188.\u00a0Sometimes  you won\u2019t have the right answer. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>189.\u00a0 The  market is different in each location. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>190.\u00a0Recruiting  will allow you to grow as a person. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>191.\u00a0Recruiting  allows you to become a better communicator. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>192.\u00a0Recruiters  like to talk. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>193.\u00a0Creative  thinking is crucial. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>194.\u00a0Recruitment  is a sales driven business. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>195.\u00a0Being  personable is important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>196.\u00a0Being  conversational is important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>197.\u00a0Getting  referrals is important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>198.\u00a0Enthusiasm  is contagious. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>199. It  can be repetitive sometimes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>200.People  like good people. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>201.\u00a0Changing  jobs is not something people do lightly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>202.\u00a0You  need to have people\u2019s best interests at heart. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>203.\u00a0There  are lots of opportunities, you just need to know where to find them. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>204.\u00a0The  best candidates aren\u2019t always going to be ambitious. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>205. You  don\u2019t always need to reinvent the wheel. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>206.\u00a0Accountability  is important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>207.\u00a0In  recruitment there are KPIs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>208.\u00a0Making  the right recruitment decisions are important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>209. Recruiters  add value to businesses, they know this too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>210.\u00a0KPIs  can be overwhelming, but they are important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>211.\u00a0You  can have different mentors, at different points in your career.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>212.\u00a0Authenticity  is crucial for success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>213.\u00a0Some  days you will feel more motivated than others. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>214. Be  aware of technology, not distracted by it. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>215. Over  time, your processes will get faster. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>216. Candidate  care is crucial. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>217.\u00a0Everyone  has the right to privacy. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>218. Be  confident in your skills. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>219.Not  all recruiters are driven by commissions. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>220.\u00a0Recruiters  need to be flexible with their time. Sometimes candidates and clients can\u2019t  talk during normal work hours. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>221.\u00a0Recruiters  need to be skilled at negotiation. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>222.\u00a0There  are lots of places to learn new things. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>223.\u00a0Posting  an ad won\u2019t always find you the best candidate. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>224.Your  employer brand is important for success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>225.\u00a0Play  the long game. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>226.\u00a0You  need to have a people first approach. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>227.\u00a0Not  everyone is invested in the recruitment cycle, so you need to do the extra work  for them. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>228.The  product recruiters sell are people. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>229.\u00a0Sometimes  your candidate will be counteroffered. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>230.Sometimes  your candidate will ghost you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>231.Sometimes  your client will ghost you. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>232. Being  ghosted isn\u2019t the worse thing that can happen to a recruiter. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>233.Sometimes  candidates are complacent. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>234.\u00a0Sometimes  clients are complacent. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>235.\u00a0As  a recruiter, you need to show how things can be better to both the candidate  and client. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>236.Prepping  candidates for their interviews is crucial to the process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>237. Never  make assumptions about a role. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>238.\u00a0You  will always have another job to fill or another candidate to place. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>239.The  market always fluctuates, but the competition is currently tougher than ever. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>240. Whilst  first impressions matter, long term consistency is important. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>241.Dealing  with people all the time can teach you about life. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>242.If  you speak to a candidate, they deserve a follow up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>243.Sometimes  things can be overwhelming, perseverance is key. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>244. You  aren\u2019t expected to know everything. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>245.\u00a0Check  in with candidates, even after they have been placed. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>246.\u00a0You  are helping people secure their futures- be sensitive of that. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>247.\u00a0Never  make assumptions about candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>248.\u00a0Put  everything in the database. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"><span>249.You  will never be able to satisfy everyone. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\"><span>250. You  need to be resilient. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u200b<\/p>\n<p>\u200b<\/p>\n<p><span>If you want to learn more about the industry, you can download empire group&#8217;s 2022 Salary Guide!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u200b<\/p>\n<div class=\"s2810f7dd dynamic-form\" divtype=\"dynamic-form\" form-hex=\"s2810f7dd\" form-id=\"2760\">\n<div class=\"dynamic-form\" form-id=\"2760\" id=\"2760\" name=\"2022 Legal Salary Guide\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u200b<\/p>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u200bempire group has more than 250 years of accumulated recruitment experience. Each of our consultants have added unique and valuable lessons and perspectives to the way we approach recruitment. Here is a list of 250 things we have learnt about recruitment, one for every year of experience we have. \u200b 1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The market will always&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":18148,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-18147","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorised"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18147","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18147"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18147\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/media\/18148"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18147"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18147"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.empiregroup.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18147"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}