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10 recruiting tips for 2024

2023 was challenging for most agency recruiters. I predict more of the same for 2024, but some recruiters will fare much better than others. And it won’t be ‘luck’ or ‘the market’. It will be what you actually do in the face of changed recruiting conditions. How you respond. This podcast with Jeff Crudgington of […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On December 18, 2023
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3 proactive recruitment tips for 2024

Many recruiters made the mistake of ignoring business development when the market was strong. They are suffering now. Many more will now neglect proactive candidate sourcing as they perceive ‘candidates are not so important right now’. That is a big mistake, too. Proactive recruitment is sourcing and nurturing talent before you need it and building […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On December 12, 2023
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Don’t you forget. Recruitment rocks

Lots of recruiters are stressed. The boom has slowed, and now hard work can bring scant rewards. Some are even questioning their vocation. “Should I even be a recruiter?” But hold firm, my recruiting friends. As we wind up a tough year, I have a reminder and a message for you. I love being in […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On December 4, 2023
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The best business advice I have

This is a short message, which is ironic because it took me 30 years to learn what I share here. It’s been a tough year. You may be doubting yourself. Or, some of you are flying high, beginning to believe your own PR. It works for individuals but applies to organisations too. Read carefully, please. […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On November 27, 2023
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Savage Books. 50 per-cent off

Good news if you are a recruiter keen to improve or a recruitment leader growing a successful business. In a fit of festive generosity, my Australian publisher is offering a 50% discount on both books if purchased before 20th December 2023 Get yourself a present or gift one to everyone on the team. Use your […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On November 22, 2023
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The magic of the ‘Rever$e Market’

This tactic is as old as the recruitment hills, but it is still a highly effective way to achieve outstanding outcomes. And it is critical right now. Job orders are harder to get. Many recruiters have shallow business development skills. Client relationships have not been nurtured. This ‘old school‘ tactic (like ‘old school’ is a […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On November 20, 2023
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The huge ‘Temp vs Perm’ secret

People often ask me the difference between a Temp/Contract recruiter and a Permanent recruiter. The truth is that the core skills, competencies, and attitudes are very similar. There are nuanced differences, but the most significant contrast comes in the core responsibility. Here it is. Read it a few times. Please.   A permanent recruiter’s job […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On November 8, 2023
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3 tips for leading in a downturn

Protecting your business in a downturn or recession starts long before the tough times hit. Building a sustainable business is the theme of many of my blogs and speeches, and also runs through the lessons I learned over 40 years, spelled out in my first book, The Savage Truth. However, it’s all about leadership once […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On October 31, 2023
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 8 reasons that sales meetings fail

Some recruiters say meeting clients face-to-face is unnecessary. Others say ‘it would be good, but they will not meet’. Both statements are wrong. Or at least they are wrong in many cases. You need to select carefully who to meet, and you need to give the client or prospect an excellent reason to meet you. […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On October 23, 2023
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The Recruiter Big Book Bundle

Good news if you are a recruiter planning to get better, or a recruitment leader wanting to grow a successful business. Both best-selling Savage books are now available globally. Both publications have been bestsellers, and both are now included in the curriculum as required reading for the National College of Ireland’s Bachelor of Arts (Honours) […]
  • Posted by Greg Savage
  • On October 2, 2023
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