Guide
Is a reverse recruiter worth it?
A reverse recruiter is worth it when a month without a job costs you more than the fee, and when employers already want people with your experience. It is not worth it if your resume needs a career change story first, or if you can't afford a few months of fees.
It's worth it when
- You were laid off and every month without pay costs thousands
- You're working and have no time to apply properly
- You have 2+ years of experience in a field that is hiring
- You are moving to a new country and don't know the market
It's not worth it when
- You want to switch careers with no related experience
- You only want 2 or 3 specific companies
- The service won't show you what it sends
Questions to ask any service
- Will I see every application you send?
- Is each resume tailored, or is one resume sent everywhere?
- Do people apply, or software?
- What happens to my money if I get hired in month one?
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