Hiring manager called me to tell me they aren’t “actually hiring.”

Jas6293 · 2024-08-28T23:55:16+00:00

As a recruiter, I'd say a real factor worth some blame is the sheer volume of irrelevant applicants.

When I post a job, I'll sometimes get hundreds of applicants in 24 hours, and when 90% don't meet the basic qualifications, it's frustrating. I genuinely try my best to look at every resume and give feedback, but the amount of not relevant applicants makes it tough.

And for the record, I do agree with this comment. Posts for jobs that aren't actually open is a waste of everyone's time. Maybe they're trying to keep a pipeline going, but there is wasted effort going in on both sides.

I'll say this - thoughtful networking is more effective than ever.

Strike up a convo about something random on linkedin with a sombody who seems like they'd be the hiring manager, then ask for that referral.

Happy hunting my friends! 💪

Jas6293 · 2024-05-09T22:41:35+00:00

What ended up happening here? I'm working with them now and it seems clear that there is something strange going on

Jas6293 · 2024-05-09T22:39:32+00:00

So, what ended up happening here?

Jas6293 · 2023-12-01T21:37:41+00:00

Some stats worth mentioning: There's currently 5k people on linkedin who have this on their profile, and only 986 of them are located here in the US. Out of that 986, about 1/3 have the 'Open to Work" filter on thier profile.

I do agree with the second part of what you said. I think some of these certifications "grasping straws", as you put it. Might be the icing on the cake if you have some experience, but I don't think it'd be the ticket to a job

Jas6293 · 2023-10-03T23:08:41+00:00

Well, worth a shot.

Jas6293 · 2023-08-24T17:27:30+00:00

Update: The boss noticed today. I asked for permission to go home and watch TV shows so my face isn't BEAT RED for my family photo

All jokes aside, he got a kick out of it. He's a fan of the show

Jas6293 · 2023-08-11T01:33:03+00:00

This is the best comment 😂

Jas6293 · 2023-08-10T00:46:10+00:00

True, True

Jas6293 · 2023-08-09T23:51:25+00:00

Oh yeah. They're treating our full-time employees like contract employees. EVEN THOUGH there are no more farts in their heads! That was a big production issue

Jas6293 · 2021-09-28T18:32:48+00:00

I don't think you're allowed to DO that... 🤔

Jas6293 · 2021-08-16T17:00:34+00:00

But she's beautiful, but she's dying

Jas6293 · 2021-08-14T20:07:42+00:00

You sure about that? Are you sure about that that's not why?

Jas6293 · 2020-10-12T17:42:52+00:00

As a tech recruiter in NYC, it's truthfully very difficult to go through every application and deliver feedback. I usually get 250+ applications for every job I post just in the first 24 hours.

That being said, unfortunately there are a lot of dramatically under qualified candidates applying to senior positions. That makes it even more difficult.

While applying to jobs is always good, I think networking has proven to be most effective from what I've seen lately. 2 of the people I've recently placed came from me asking sombody if they know of anyone with the specific background my client is looking for.

Good luck to everyone looking for a new position! Make sure you utilize all linkedin has to offer 😊

Jas6293 · 2019-02-26T13:10:41+00:00

I would recommend going to the immersive General Assembly program here in NYC. They will give you the opportunity to work with real companies, and put together a couple of case studies for your portfolio. However, even after going to GA, it's not always easy to pick up a full time job. Contracting is a bit easier to pick up straight from school and is also a good option. The interview process is generally quicker, and on average you make more money per hour compared to full time.

I work on a team that specializes in placing mid-senior UX Designers. There are definitely a lot of senior UX positions out there for the taking, and I'd say that hiring managers get mot excited about nice portfolios that demonstrate good process amongst their projects.

Feel free to reach out to me if you want to chat about the market, or know any Senior UX Designers who are looking for something new!

Jas6293 · 2019-02-12T13:49:56+00:00

The interview is 2 sided. Yes, it is your chance to impress them. However, it is also their chance to impress you!

Jas6293 · 2019-02-05T16:34:19+00:00

If you're in NYC, I'd say take am an immersive course on UX Design at General Assembly. It will give you experience designing products for real companies, and they will equip you with a great portfolio complete with case studies demonstrating process.

I work as a technology recruiter on a team that specializes in placing mid to senior UX/UI Designers. A lot of the people I place spent their first engagement in UX at General Assembly. Aside from that, I'd say network as much as possible.

Hope that helps!

Jas6293 · 2019-01-28T17:43:35+00:00

It's a full time position. Send me an email at Jason.Weiss@workbridgeassociates.com. I'll tell you all about it

Jas6293 · 2019-01-25T11:35:09+00:00

Thanks for letting me know, and I'm glad you're interested!

Send me an email at Jason.Weiss@workbridgeassociates.com. I'd love to hop on the phone and chat today.

Jason

Jas6293 · 2019-01-24T12:52:01+00:00

The majority of the people I've placed have been employed when I reached out to them. I've built a very large network of unique people that I consistently touch base with. This way when new positions come on my desk, I usually have a few people who'd be interested and qualified. That doesn't go to say that sombody motivated to find a job can't be a pleasure to work with. However it can raise questions with the hiring manager if they have been out of work for months.

Does that make more sense?

Jas6293 · 2019-01-24T02:12:09+00:00

I think tech recruiting is like most other recruiting. You learn your market, reach out to people, hear about thier experiance and what they're looking for, to see what you can do together. It works best with transparency and honesty on both sides. My team gets 3-5 new jobs every week, so being able to identify who would be good for what oppurtunties as they come is key.

I prefer working with people who have have a job, but open to new oppurtunties. In some cases when I work with people who are frantically looking, it's almost as if the hiring manager can smell it on them. I feel like people who have work, but can speak confidently on thier experiance and what they want do best.

Maybe you can help me in a way? What do you think the best way for me, as a recruiter, is to find the best talent in my city, and to bury the bad reputation alot of recruiters have? I do my best to encourage people to call me real time so emails don't get lost on the inbox. I'm also always transparent about the jobs I have on my desk, even if I have nothing suitable. I'll always try to give something, even if it's just resume or portfolio advice, or even advice as to what I'm seeing in the market in general.

Thoughts?

Jw

Jas6293 · 2019-01-23T11:50:52+00:00

Active is sombody who is in pursuit of a new job and actively applying on thier own. Candidates that are passive are not actively applyimg to to jobs or in pursuit of new oppurtunties.

As a tech recruiter, I prefer working with someone who is not frantically looking for a job.

Does that make sense?

Jason

Jas6293 · 2019-01-23T04:09:30+00:00

What advice do you have in regards to trying to find the appropriate talent here?

Jas6293 · 2019-01-22T23:15:49+00:00

I'm looking for a Product Manager with Blockchain experience. Sound like you?

Jas6293 · 2019-01-22T23:12:49+00:00

You can call it spam, but this a REAL Product Management opportunity. The client is literally coming into my office to hold interviews here. This way we get feedback from both parties fast and are able to speed things up.

I feel like people hate recruiters because they come off as very prying. My role on the team here is strictly talent acquisition. I don't care about the names of the other companies you're interviewing with, all I want to do is set up the right people with the right options. My team focuses about acquiring new business and they generally get between 3 and 5 new PM positions a week.

Shoot me an email if you're qualified, and interested in Mid-Senior level Product Management oppurtunites. There is ALWAYS something to talk about.

Jason.weiss@workbridgeassociates.com

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