recruiters going to the job search #recruiting #jobsearch

10 Oct 2025 · 1 min

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In this short monologue, a recruiter reflects on their own experience conducting a job search after being laid off. They describe an intense, almost unhealthy routine of waking up early, staying up late, and continuously applying for jobs and networking. The speaker identifies LinkedIn as the most effective tool, noting that a generic, angry “I’m back on the market” post failed to convey their identity. After three days they revised their approach, opting to re‑introduce themselves to their network with a more personal, brand‑focused message that highlighted who they are beyond the résumé. The key takeaway is that a thoughtful LinkedIn presence and purposeful communication can significantly improve visibility and opportunities during a job search.

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I always find it interesting when a recruiter goes through a job search. Anything that worked well for you, anything that you would not have done? I probably took an unhealthy approach. I was like up super early, up super late, just applying and networking, applying, networking. But I think that what worked for me was having a bit of a presence on LinkedIn. What I would do differently is my original post was like, I'm back on the market looking for work. I was mad, I was pissed off, I was laid off, but it didn't tell anyone who I was. 3 days later, I was like, no, I need to reinvent this. I need to reintroduce myself to the network that might not know me. I wanted people to know who I was outside of just what the resume says. It's the presence that you hold in your communications.