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Not all effective recruiters began their careers as headhunters. Before they began recruiting, some worked as accountants, engineers, store managers, sales representatives, etc.

According to staffing companies, the best recruiters also happen to be subject matter experts in very niche fields. Their prior expertise in these fields enabled them to create extensive networks of talent that they over time nurtured and expanded.

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These connections make it simple for these specialized recruiters to locate excellent candidates who are willing to consider making career changes. Similar to farming, recruiting requires an understanding of the nature of the field and the candidates that are currently on the market. In order to successfully place these candidates, they must cultivate and forge connections.

1. Cultivate knowledge.

You must prepare the land before you can begin farming. The same is true for recruiting; you must first educate yourself about the field, the position being filled, the hiring manager, the hiring team, and the company culture.

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This will assist you in determining the best approach to selecting qualified candidates. For instance, attending a hackathon might be more beneficial than posting a job ad on Monster if you are looking to fill a position for a software developer. Understanding the market will help you approach recruitment more effectively.

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2. Build your niche network.

In order to get store owners to carry and sell their crops, farmers take the time to establish relationships with them. The hiring managers and candidates must both trust recruiters in the same way.

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You can gain a reputation in the field as a person who handles the best jobs and places the best candidates by developing a niche network.

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3.Plant seeds patiently.

It takes a lot of time and patience to plant seeds, which is a labor-intensive task. The same is true for hiring. A lengthy nurturing process is required before a potential candidate even agrees to have a serious conversation. Even if they agree to speak with you, it might be some time before you actually hire that person.

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Maintaining your relationship with the candidate requires patience. This may ultimately result in a successful hire.

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4.Take out the weeds.

Weeding is a crucial farming task to ensure high-quality crops. Weeds in recruitment might be subpar candidates who, for whatever reason, wind up on your table. When conducting mass hiring via job sites or classified ads, this is typical.

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Focusing your recruitment efforts on referrals is the best way to eliminate applicants who are unsuitable for your position. Referred candidates are more likely to perform better than non-hired candidates because their referrer has already pre-screened them. Utilize your connections in the field and request that they recommend candidates to you. Give them incentives for each hire that is a success.

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5.Reap what you sow.

With perseverance and diligence, you will amass a pool of qualified candidates at your disposal to draw from whenever opportunities present themselves. It’s time to reap the benefits of your careful attention to your potential employees.

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Keep in touch with them through social media and reconnect with them occasionally via emails or quick coffee dates. In this manner, they will continue to be on your mind (and you on theirs) for a long time.

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It is more difficult to recruit than toss some seeds on some barren ground and watch them sprout. Before you can even start to reap the benefits of your labor, you must first cultivate and nurture. Hard work and persistence are all that is required.