The foundation of recruitment has been compromised by pressure and greed, and this has been strengthened by managers who have placed profit over ethics.
A corrupt foundation will only produce corrupt professionals…
I believe the issues that plague the recruitment industry are directly tied to leadership.
You can’t fix something until you’ve identified that a problem exists, and you’re willing to make the changes necessary to restore it back to its original – the state that was once respected & treated like a partner, and not a vendor.
We’ve taught tactics and best practices, but we failed to groom character & integrity.
Character is vital if you’re going to have any success in the profession.
We’ve become enamored with the unlimited earning potential, but neglected the ethics that made the service a credible extension for a company looking to scale.
I’m hopeful because I believe that the restored state of recruitment has the potential to be more valuable than what was originally created…
The present state of the recruitment industry is flashy and boasts a great deal about their offerings, but most recruiters vanish under pressure, leaving a trail of disgruntled people along the way…
I’m hard on the industry because I care, and to who much is given, much is required. Today, we call that paying it forward…
We’ve confused talent with character…
We’ve encouraged entrepreneurship without ensuring that our professionals go through rigorous training. I was fortunate to grow where I was planted, and while difficult, I was faithful to the process, and the results have produced good fruit…
That’s why the industry is no longer valuable…
A candidate who I placed over 10 years ago into a role that catapulted him to a great career in his field, reminded me that I am more than a resume pusher…
“Troy, I have a home today because of you…”
Sobering to know that I could be used to help build a family’s future through what I do as a profession…
The pillars of this industry are human built. Advancements in technology serve to enhance the human experience. Those who understand this will leverage it appropriately…
This only happens when your foundation is strong and you are fully self aware…
What do you want to be remembered for? What sort of legacy are you creating? The foundation of every legacy is a compilation of your daily interactions with people…
The placement is the by-product of treating people with respect… Too many recruiters focus entirely on the carrot.