You have to have your head in the sand not to have noticed, our world is changing at a rapid pace. In the 80's we were afraid of robots taking our manufacturing jobs, in the 90's we were worried about computers superseding our personal abilities and replacing us in clerical roles, today technology is advancing so fast that in some industries creative people are being replaced by Ap's! The BBC has developed a fun online estimation tool to determine just how replaceable you are by a machine, Click here to see wether you will be replaced by an Ap. These technological advances in our society will continue to create new opportunities for people who position themselves as irreplaceable. These are the people who get headhunted. The people who go further, who innovate, who create a brand not only for their business but for themselves personally. Headhunters (or Executive Search Consultants) are not recruiters, recruiters advertise on major online job boards and sift through hundreds of resumes. Headhunters target market specialists, through referrals and usually have strong relationships with an employer in which they work together to secure their top industry talent. Being Headhunted means your value automatically sky rockets in the eyes of the potential employer. If your Headhunter has a great reputation for delivering excellence and you are represented by this person you can expect; 1) Your value to soar; unlike applying for a job your salary requirements are understood and negotiated prior to your first meeting. You can expect to ask for what you want...and get it! 2) High levels of respect from the moment you are introduced to the employer. You enter the engagement on a very equal playing field and are viewed as an industry professional, unlike when you are a job hunter. 3) A role tailored to your strengths and what you enjoy, because the interview will be less of an interview and more of a strategy meeting uncovering what makes you tick and what you love. Now you are in charge of your own destiny, unlike being a job hunter where you are expected to be a square peg in a square hole. 4) No competition, you will likely be the only candidate interviewing for this opportunity. I have headhunted hundreds of people though my company, here is the way to get headhunted. 1. Work for a market leader. Working with a leader in your market will assist greatly in your exposure and reputation. Use the big machines marketing and resources to position you as a serious industry player. 2. Specialise. What are you a specialist in? You must know the answer to this question. You will not be highly sought after unless you can build a reputation within one field of expertise that a professional Headhunter can determine as a niche. Pick something you enjoy, because this will be your leverage for life. 3. Stop changing jobs! Once you have found your speciality, stay there! Do not move for more money, that 5-10 grand pay rise now will cost you in 5 years. The longer you specialise and stay with one company the more valuable you are. 4-5 years with one company is a great indication that you are Headhunt material. 4.Always market yourself. Go to your industries trade events and conferences, set up a strong LinkedIn profile, celebrate your achievements on your linked in profile, make sure people know who you are! Write an industry blog, throw industry events, position yourself as an expert. 5. Be open to new opportunities, open your mind and yourself up to the possibility of being headhunted. When you get the call before dismissing it, make sure you make an educated decision based on all the facts about the opportunity being offered. If a Headhunter has taken the time to call you, they know your market and could be a valuable asset for years to come. 6. Never apply for a job again. The moment you send your resume to an agency your value drops. The moment you enter the market looking for work you automatically loose your position of power. Stay away from online job boards they should be a last resort! Find your industries specialist Headhunters, connect with them on LinkedIn and build a relationship now that will serve you when you are ready to move. Job boards are now being viewed as archaic and old school, innovative companies are going to LinkedIn and working with Headhunters to secure top industry talent. 7. Educate yourself. The only way to not get lost in this technological age is to ensure you are on top of all the changes. Do an online degree or study your MBA. By studying online you are forced to understand all the technological advances coming and you position yourself as technically savvy. A huge benefit not only to your future employer but to you as a person. It's proven that personal happiness is increased when we achieve personal goals, there is nothing more fulfilling than handing in a paper you have written. Once you have set up your reputation as an industry specialist with 4 + years of solid performance with a reputable company you can expect to become a target for a Headhunter. You will move from replaceable by a machine to highly sought after and will have set yourself up for a life of being chased by opportunity. Have you been headhunted? If so what was your experience like? Rockstars, I'm coming for you! Marianne Paterson Director Global Talent Strategies 0459468898 Headhunter
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