Why Connection Comes First in Recruitment, And What You Should Expect From Us
If We Don't Connect, We Don't Move
We mean it. Connection is one of our core values. Read more about our Values (link here).
We don't fire off CVs, and we don't rush to fill.
Why? Unless we've connected with you, whether you're a client or a candidate, we're not doing our job or serving you properly.
What You Can Expect from Us
When we talk to you as a client, we won't just ask about the role.
- We'll ask how your team feels.
- Where the pressure is.
- Who gets on. Who doesn't.
We'll want to understand what kind of person would make a positive change.
When we talk to you as a candidate, we're not looking for a polished pitch. We want to know the real stuff:
- Your hopes, your doubts, your edge.
- What you'd love to do next.
- What you're scared might happen.
- What would make you walk into your new role and think, “Yes. I belong here.” Want to know how we build belonging? Read this blog (link here).
We listen to it all, because that's how we know whether this could be the right move.
What We Expect from You
Let's not pretend this is all on us. Connection works both ways. So here's what we need from you:
- Be honest with us, even if it's messy.
- Please let us know what you want, even if you're unsure of how to express it.
- Share what's getting in the way, not just what's on paper or what you think we should hear.
If we're going to represent you or find the right person for your team, we need to see the whole picture. That only happens when you're open with us.
If we decide to work together, we'll give you everything we've got. But only if we're all working with something tangible.
How You'll Know It's Working
If you're a client, you'll feel like we've already worked in your business. You'll get candidates that feel like a proper match, not just a maybe.
If you're a candidate, you'll feel like someone's finally got your back. Not just saying “we'll keep you in mind” but showing up for you, walking you through the process, coaching you when it's needed, and being honest the whole way.
When we all get the connection right, it doesn't feel like recruitment. It feels like progress, a partnership even. Here's how that shows up in our process (link here).
Why This Matters to You and Us
- Too many people are going through the motions.
- Too many roles get filled by someone who looks right on paper but never really fits.
- Too many candidates feel like they're guessing what employers want to hear.
We're not here for that. We're here to get it right, for you, and with you.
The connection must come first. If we don't feel it, we pause, because we don't gamble with your careers or businesses.
Last Thoughts
We take this seriously. We don't work with everyone. And we don't expect you to either.
But if you want to work with someone who listens, digs deeper, and only moves when it feels right, then let's talk.
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Content: This content was developed with assistance from ChatGPT for ideation and Grammarly for refinement.
Photo: Nicolas Menijes via canva.com
