Well it has been a few weeks now and let me say it has been quite humbling. Now being on the other side and having to deal with recruiters. Instead of me asking the questions.....What are you looking for in your next job opportunity, commute range, salary etc, I am now the one providing these answers. Funny how things come around.
And the one thing I realized...I was really damn good at what I did! It's obvious as there are alot of colleagues, friends etc that have heard the news and have tracked me down offering any and all assistance. To all of you, THANK YOU!
Recruiter Interactions I have come across:
" I have a great opportunity in Burlington for you..." Interesting I live in Sturbridge.....NEXT!
Shawn: Can you tell me a little about your client?
Recruiter: "I really don't know much, let me send you their website"
Recruiter - I have a great Data Processing position for you, pays $12 hr
Shawn - Huh? Next.........
Recruiter Call - I have a great job for you doing X, I'll send you the job description and let me know what you think. Never once asking me the important questions of salary, commute etc etc.
It just baffles me as to how these recruiters/agencies stay in business. And worse, these are the idiots that tarnish the my reputation and allot of the other great recruiters out there.
Anyway keep in touch, all the best and of course Make it a Great Week!
Shawn
sschantz@gmail.com
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Part of the RIF Fraternity
Well unfortunately I am now part of the RIF Fraternity. Last Friday due to a cost cutting initiative I as well as 2 others were laid off from Prestige Scientific.
Am I upset? Sure!
Do I understand why it was done? Certainly!
Do I agree with it? Hell no but life goes on.
It was a great run with Prestige Scientific, 2 1/2 yrs. I have made some great friends that I will continue to stay in touch with; I hope!
I refuse to be a statistic and will land on my feet very quick. I know I will. The one thing recruiting has shown me is to be Pro Active/ a Hunter. Heck in this marketplace you have to be.
If anyone reading this knows of any HR/Recruitment positions or Ideally Business Development/Sales feel free to contact me directly.
All the Best and of course Make It a Great Day
Am I upset? Sure!
Do I understand why it was done? Certainly!
Do I agree with it? Hell no but life goes on.
It was a great run with Prestige Scientific, 2 1/2 yrs. I have made some great friends that I will continue to stay in touch with; I hope!
I refuse to be a statistic and will land on my feet very quick. I know I will. The one thing recruiting has shown me is to be Pro Active/ a Hunter. Heck in this marketplace you have to be.
If anyone reading this knows of any HR/Recruitment positions or Ideally Business Development/Sales feel free to contact me directly.
All the Best and of course Make It a Great Day
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