In the world of headhunting, one of the primary goals of a recruiter is to find and collaborate with motivated candidates. A motivated candidate is someone who is genuinely interested in exploring new job opportunities and possesses the drive to excel in their professional pursuits. As a recruiter, it is essential to identify these motivated individuals who can make a significant impact in their prospective roles. 

A recruiter, does not want to waste time on unmotivated candidates.

This article outlines several key pointers that can help jobseekers convince recruiters to spend time and energy on helping them find a job.

Responsiveness:

A candidate's responsiveness plays a crucial role in gauging their level of motivation. When the recruiter shares a job with you, respond promptly. Candidates who are genuinely interested and motivated will likely respond in a timely manner, demonstrating their eagerness to explore potential opportunities. Recruiters love this!

Openness to Opportunities:

Motivated candidates are typically open-minded and receptive to new opportunities. If you are rejecting every opportunity the recruiter shares with you they will give up. A candidate who actively seeks reasons to decline might not possess the necessary motivation to explore different possibilities. This is a warning sign to a recruiter.

Reason for Moving:

A “tire kicker” is a candidate who is just looking around and might not be serious. Like window shoppers who look but never buy. Recruiters earn their salaries by making placements. They do not get paid unless you change your job. When discussing your reasons for considering a job change, show your motivation by providing solid and compelling justifications. If your decision to move is driven by factors such as career advancement, professional growth, or aligning with a company's mission and values it will sound more serious.

Recent Job Interviews:

Candidates who have actively pursued interviews in the past three months demonstrate a proactive approach to their job search. If you are explaining to the recruiter that you have not interviewed anywhere, this brings up two possible warnings for the recruiter. First, you may have something in your profile that is preventing you from getting offers. The recruiter does not want to take on an impossible challenge. Second, you might not be serious and will refuse the recruiter’s client interviews.

Willingness to Meet:

While many interviews and meetings are online these days, a highly motivated candidate will be willing to meet you in person or at least have an online video call. “Just send me an email” is a warning sign for the recruiter and may result in less effort on your job search. Recruiters meet many candidates every day and you want to gain some mindshare so that they are thinking about you first.

Conclusion:

Identifying motivated candidates is crucial for recruiters to utilize their time and efforts effectively and achieve genuine success. By considering these pointers when you interact with recruiters, you can encourage the recruiter to work harder for you.