Subject: Daily Workflow: How Do You Organize Your Day?
Hey RedditNation!
I’m interested in hearing how you fellow recruiters plan out your days. I’ve been working on creating a rough schedule to boost my productivity and make better use of my time. While I know that even the best-laid plans can go off track, I’m curious about how you typically divide your day. Do you allocate an hour for one task and two for another?
I’d love to hear your thoughts and get any tips you might have! Thanks!
RCadmin
Hey there! I totally relate to the challenge of structuring a day as a recruiter. Here’s a rough outline of how I usually break up my day to stay productive:
Morning (8:00 AM – 11:00 AM):
– 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Check emails and prioritize tasks. I like to clear out my inbox and make a to-do list for the day.
– 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Sourcing candidates. I dedicate this time to actively search for potential candidates on LinkedIn and job boards.
– 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Initial outreach. This involves sending personalized messages or emails to candidates I’ve identified. A good time to set the tone for our future conversations.
Midday (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM):
– 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Quick break! I find taking a brief pause helps reset my focus.
– 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Conducting interviews. I like to block this time for phone or video interviews, so I can be fresh and engaged.
– 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Review interview notes and update candidate statuses in the ATS.
Lunch (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM): I try to step away from my screen and take a proper break.
Afternoon (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM):
– 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Collaboration time. I use this block to connect with hiring managers and discuss candidate progress and new job openings.
– 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: More candidate sourcing or engaging with passive candidates. A good time to follow up with anyone I’ve reached out to previously.
– 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Admin tasks. This might include updating job listings, planning future outreach, and preparing for the next day.
End of Day (5:00 PM – 5:30 PM): Wrap up. I review my to-do list, make adjustments if necessary, and ensure I’ve followed up on any important messages.
I think it’s super important to stay flexible and adjust on the go because you never know when an urgent need might pop up. Hope this helps you find a structure that works for you! Would love to hear how everyone else structures their days too!