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How to Make a Recruiter Work For You

Updated 6/19/2020
How to Make a Recruiter Work For You
Recruiters are awesome, but only if you know how to use them correctly.

Like anything else, working with a recruiter comes down to fit. But it’s not just about how much you like your recruiter; it's about making sure the recruiter feels comfortable with you, too. After all, how can he or she help you find a job if you're not on the same page?

The infographic below explains what you need to do to make sure you and your recruiter are seeing eye to eye. Once you’re working together well, his or her help could be all you need to finding that perfect career.


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Lily Herman is a New York-based writer and editor. In recent months, her work has been featured in Teen Vogue, Glamour, Refinery29, Cosmopolitan, TIME, Newsweek, Fast Company, and Mashable. You can check out her website, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
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