Why the Modern Recruiter is Part Artist, Part Scientist

Why the Modern Recruiter is Part Artist, Part Scientist What makes up the best modern recruiters? Turns out they are a combination of artists and scientists, according to this visual by our friends at LinkedIn. Takeaways: Modern recruiters have an innate instinct for mutual connection, lets call them matchmakers. Recruiters think about jobs the way marketers think about products. They know how to build a sales pipeline, nurture leads and close deals. Recruiters are trusted advisors to their business, informing leadership of whats going on with talent. They live and die by the mantra, if you cant measure it, you cant manage it. Modern recruiters dont fly blind, they do plenty of research to figure out the best approach. They love recruiting innovation and HR technology. Finally, recruiters can read candidates and know how to positively influence a hiring process. RELATED: What Happens in a Year in the Life of a Recruiter?