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1. Negotiate

2. Know what you can base the negotiations on

3. Do some digging for information on previous contracts

4. Back up our claims

5. Write your arguments down on paper

6. Ask questions to clarify

7. Know who you’re at the table with

8. Check your inhibitions at the door

9. Always be nice

10. Know your worth

11. Set the precedence of what you can do for them

This article is a nice checklist to follow as you are considering taking a new position. As a recruiter, I am frequently faced with negotiation situations between companies and candidates. I have a leg up because I hire for a plethora of companies with target salary ranges, and I also have current and target compensation discussions with candidates daily. Knowledge is power, and having the data points and research to back up your claims goes a long way. I would highly encourage any employee to negotiate or at least discuss every point on the employment contract with the employer because you are able to learn more about their expectations what the position entails.

See the full article here: http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/250786

Originally published on Entrepreneur.com on September 22, 2015 by Sarah Landrum

Having that serendipitous moment where you leave a client meeting about a new position and you immediately have a candidate in mind that would be a skill, personality, and culture fit is an amazing feeling. That feeling that you are making a positive difference in someone’s life amplifies when you communicate this position to the candidate and can guide them through the interview and offer process. Making that match and seeing the joy and satisfaction on both the company and new employee’s side is why we recruiters do what we do.

In order for us headhunters to work our career matchmaking magic, it also helps tremendously when candidates have an idea of what their ideal position would entail. When you speak to and meet with recruiters, have an idea of both what you like and are not so fond of as far as work environment, company size, team dynamic, and work products. Being about to articulate how your background and previous experience makes you the best person for your target position prioritizes you in the mind of a recruiter.

Ken and Vicky have been in the recruiting game a long time, and they offer a great perspective that candidates might not be aware of regarding a recruiter’s role.

See the article here:

Does My Recruiter Hate Me? 5 Mistakes Easily Avoided

Originally published by Ken Schmitt and Vicky Willenberg on August 4, 2015

Peter Harris gives some great insight into some of the myths that might be preventing you from getting your dream job or taking a step in the right direction for the way you want your career to go. As far as a one-page resume, I generally tell my candidates that if they have had more than four jobs or over eight years of experience, they can submit a resume longer than one page. I also recommend that candidates read the job description fully, and as a general rule, incorporate at least 10 keywords or phrases from the job description into their resume. Emloyers put a lot of time, effort, and thought into writing those descriptions because they are looking for a specific skill set. If your resume reflects the keywords and phrases that the employer has decided are important, your resume will stand out to them and you’ll be a shoe in for an initial interview.

Check out the full article here: The Ten Job Search Myths

Originially published in thestar.com by Peter Harris with Workopolis on Monday, July 28, 2015

1. Focus on how you can help the employer

Many experienced workers find it tough not to talk about their past acocmplishments, but it’s more important to talk about the job at hand and what you can contribute.

2. Trim your résumé

Coaches debate the wisdom of lopping off degree dates and past jobs to make yourself appear more junior. Most interviewers will see through that tactic. But it makes sense to edit your résumé to play down your managerial experience.

3. Get clear in your own head

Analyze your reasons for taking a step down the career ladder, so you won’t feel frustrated if you land the job.

4. Make an 18-month commitment

Employers fear that experienced workers will jump ship as soon as they find a better job. Promise to stay put for at least a year and a half.

5. Tell a credible story

If you are taking a lower-level job to support an artistic passion like playwriting or sculpting outside of work, be honest about that, while expressing your interest in the position and your commitment to working hard.

Check out the full article with more great advice compiled and published by Susan Adams at Forbes on 5/1/14 : How to get a job if you’re overqualified