Bringing in new business

Attracting New Clients
Could anyone share if their agency offers a commission for generating new business? If so, I’d love to hear more about how that works!

1 step forward 3 steps backwards

Taking One Step Forward, Three Steps Backwards

Hey everyone! I don’t often post, but I felt it was important to share this.

To put it simply, as the title suggests, I seem to make one step forward—like winning a role or securing an interview—but then I end up taking several steps back.

How can I consistently achieve my billing goals and make real progress?

What step-by-step plan did you follow to consistently bill high numbers in both contract and permanent roles?

Communication automation tool (Linkedin, Indeed, Facebook, etc)

Communication Automation Tool (LinkedIn, Indeed, Facebook, etc.)

Hi everyone,

I’m a software developer and the creator of a browser extension that helps users craft templates for commonly used messages across various platforms, like LinkedIn and Facebook.

I’ve received positive feedback from recruiters and talent sourcers who find it incredibly useful for creating templates for connection requests, pitches, job descriptions, and more. I wanted to share it here to see if it could benefit you as well.

To adhere to subreddit rules, I won’t post a link here, but if you’re interested, feel free to DM me for more information. The tool is currently free and fully functional without limitations!

Competitive Analysis – How To?

Competitive Analysis: Seeking Guidance

I work for a small agency with a longstanding history and we’re currently engaged in several significant projects focused on improving our business processes and clearing out our backlog.

One topic that has emerged is the need to evaluate our current pricing structure. We’ve realized that we might be underpricing our services compared to others in our area. Many of our long-term agreements come with discounted rates that no longer reflect the value we provide. As a result, we’re considering establishing a new pricing strategy for the upcoming year.

However, while we’ve heard chatter about our rates being on the lower end, we’re looking for more concrete evidence to support this. Unfortunately, most contract terms are usually kept confidential, making it challenging to gather this data.

One of my colleagues suggested that we could cold call other agencies while posing as clients to inquire about their rates—something we’ve even experienced ourselves. However, this approach doesn’t feel right to me. I wanted to reach out and see if this practice is common in the industry. What are your thoughts?

Company taking over 2 weeks on salary negotiation. Is this normal?

Is it typical for salary negotiations to take over two weeks?

I interviewed with a company and received a job offer about two weeks ago. The recruiter mentioned that the hiring manager was quite impressed with my qualifications. However, I later discovered that the top salary band for the position is $11,000 lower than my current salary—something the recruiter hadn’t mentioned before. I decided to negotiate and asked if they could match my current salary. The recruiter seemed to expect this and assured me that the hiring manager would try to accommodate my request and get back to me.

Since then, I haven’t heard anything for two weeks. I followed up with the recruiter last week, and he mentioned he would have an update by the end of the week, but I still haven’t received any news. Is this kind of delay normal? I’m starting to feel frustrated with the lack of communication.

Is it okay to reach out to my recruiter to recommend a talented classmate of mine?

Subject: Seeking Advice on Referring a Classmate to My Recruiter

Hi everyone,

I hope this message finds you well! I’m new to the business world and would appreciate your guidance. I recently accepted an internship offer for next summer, and I have a talented classmate who is currently looking for an internship as well.

Would it be appropriate for me to reach out to my recruiter to recommend her? I’m unsure if my input would carry much weight as an incoming intern, and I don’t want to risk annoying my recruiter.

Any advice or thoughts would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

Commission

Commission Structure Assistance Needed

I’m looking for guidance on developing an effective commission structure for consultants based in the UK.

The consultants will have a base salary of around £25,000. If anyone could share their commission structure, I would greatly appreciate it!

Typically, the roles involve fees ranging from £3,000 to £18,000. Thank you!

Best sectors?- UK

Seeking Insights on the UK Recruitment Industry

Hi everyone,

I’m making a transition from car sales and am excited about diving into the recruitment sector. I’m particularly interested in identifying which industries in the UK are thriving right now and which ones to steer clear of, especially in the Southwest (Exeter area).

Additionally, I’d appreciate any tips on what to watch for when joining recruitment firms, including commission structures or any potential red flags to be cautious of.

Thanks in advance for your help!

CV PDF Tracking/Analytics Software

CV PDF Tracking and Analytics Tool

Is anyone utilizing software to send and monitor CVs and portfolios? I’m interested in features that track whether they’ve been opened, how much time was spent reviewing them, and whether they’ve been forwarded or shared.

It would be incredibly helpful to see if clients are 1) opening the documents and 2) reading through the entire CV. In the healthcare sector, where some doctors have CVs that exceed 20 pages, I’m curious if a more concise format would yield a better response rate.

Life after recruitment?

Exploring Career Opportunities After Recruitment

What roles can I transition into after a career in recruitment? I’ve spent the last three years in this field, generating $500K in revenue this year alone and leading a small team. I’m eager to hear about potential career paths and would appreciate any suggestions or experiences you’d like to share!