(+1) _____1. We've set up our database in a way that allows you to do an extra good job of screening for keywords. It makes it a bit more complicated, but if you learn to use the search mechanism properly, it will save you lots of time reviewing resumes. Have you taken our Absolutely Health Care University class to learn how to use our database properly? We're all busy, but taking some time to learn to use our service properly will not only help you to obtain better results, but will also save you lots of time in the future.
(+1) _____2. Do you have Resume Search Agents set up, and are they set up properly to get the results that you're seeking? If they are not set up properly, you will either not get results, or you'll get the wrong results.
(+1) _____3. Do you use the email blast feature, and have you learned to use it correctly? If used correctly, this feature can help you immensely. If it's not used correctly, it will not produce results, and will get many people annoyed at you.
(+1) _____4. Do you just contact resumes in our database for direct recruitment, our do you also use the database for networking. Every person in our database knows other professionals, who know other professionals, etc, etc, etc.... If used properly, our database can produce an endless stream of leads. If you've ever learned about Six Degrees Of Separation, you'll understand. If you don't network on an ongoing basis, you are truly missing the boat.
(+1) _____5. Realize that all clients have access to resumes on the same day. Therefore, depending on how in demand a job seeker is, some clients race to contact job seekers, attempting to reach them before anyone else. Some clients wait a couple of days to let the rush go by, and then contact the job seeker. Others wait a week or so before doing so. You might want to try different approaches, and see what approach works best for you.
(+1 if you have done this or it's not applicable) _____6. If there's anything you think of that you feel should be added to this list, please let me know.
(+1 if you have done this or it's not applicable) _____7. If you don't know how to do any of these things, either take one of our classes or call Wendy at 866-761-4185 or Kathy at 800-334-2576 in Customer Support. If they can't answer a particular question, they will refer you to me.
Give yourself a point for each item with a (+1) in this blog post that you are doing and/or have completed. How many points out of a total possible score of 7 did you score?