Are you a Do It Yourselfer?

An article in the New York Times from about 10 years ago made the rounds again recently. “Why We Never Use Professional Recruiters” makes a case for DIYing all your hiring.

Granted, I’m biased, but it’s a weak case.

Yes, you can hire without a recruiter. You could also draft your own will and keep it in your sock drawer. You could watch enough YouTube videos to become an amateur electrician. You could change the oil in your own car — and some people do!

But do you have the time? Do you really know how to do (insert task here) properly? The devil is in the details – not knowing what you don’t know can cause real problems.

It’s not just about time, of course, because recruiters offer benefits beyond what you could DIY in your hiring. We have established credibility with hiring managers, we have networks, and we have the tested hiring experience to position your job in a way that will attract the best candidates.

Next time you’re curious about what a recruiter can to enhance either your hiring processes or personal career journey, give me a call.

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