How to Reply To A Recruiter on LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a business and employment providing online service that operates via websites and mobile apps. It had launched on May 5, 2003, used for professional networking and career development, allowing job seekers to post their CVs.
It is helpful for applicants searching for jobs and recruiters looking for endowments and making professional connections with them. Often, individuals ignore these messages and think that they are automated Sleazy to your inbox. It is necessary to remember that there might be a good opportunity on the other side. We will guide you through how to reply to a recruiter on LinkedIn.

Now here, I am going to discuss the following points.

A problem faced by the Recruiter for hiring

• There is too much crowd in the market, making it hard to seek the candidate’s attention. This problem arises as many recruiters want to hire the same candidate.
• Following are the problems faced by recruiters to hire deserving candidates:
• There is an insufficiency of technical skills in candidates who are required to fulfill the company’s needs.
• Even sometimes, recruiters lack the technical knowledge needed to answer the questions of candidates. 
• As there are many students, sometimes it becomes hard to balance the speed with the quality of candidates.
• Some of the recruiters even follow outdated recruiting strategies to hire the candidate.

What is the preferred solution for the required problem?

To get rid of the problems, here I suggest some solutions:

Firstly, define skills required for the company in a series of objectives for the candidates. So that the one who has those skills easily gets attracted to the company. Secondly, the Recruiter must build a solid and experienced group of employees to chase the candidate for their company.

Thirdly, a recruiter must make the interview a great experience for the candidates. Suppose they got rejected from the company for any reason. In that case, they must have the confidence to participate in another interview. Lastly, to attract the candidate, they need to share the work and achievements of their actual employees.

How To Respond To a LinkedIn Recruiter?

Now, the question arises, For that, I have a very nice solution:

Recruiters are on LinkedIn to make your job search easier. There are some professional ways to answer that Recruiter who InMail you. Some messages you get in your message box might not be suitable for you for that instance of time.

So, always remember that if you are not interested in that particular role, maintain a proper professional courtesy with that Recruiter. If any recruiter messages you, this indicates that your profile is quite impressive for them. You never know; the organization might offer you your dream job or role. So, it is better to always reply to them correctly and adequately.

If you are interested in the role they are offering, then you show through your message that you are curious like; talk in the proper manner, tell him about your background: your study, career goals, your interest and need of the opportunity, ask a question about the role and the organization. Most importantly, try to figure out why the Recruiter found YOU for that role and their organization.

If you are not interested in the position they are offering, you must be respectful towards him like; 

thank him for reaching you for that desired role, briefly explain why you don’t want to work in that role, also explain which position you prefer for yourself. Most important, do not try to cut the connection with that Recruiter because he might be helpful to you in the future.

Should I Respond to a Recruiter Who Contacts Me Through LinkedIn?

There is nothing wrong with replying through LinkedIn messaging. After all, it is the place where they contact you. There are many reasons that recruiters do this. Still, there are three common reasons that a candidate’s profile attracts the attention of recruiters:

• You may have your LinkedIn profile set to “open for all opportunities.”
• The skills and experience written on your profile are satisfying the need for that vacancy.
• You are seen online on your LinkedIn.

The message you received in your inbox must have some opportunity for you. Recruiters want you to provide more information about that opportunity and know about you. They try to find how you are open to taking these opportunities at this time. They will check whether you are a perfect match for the company or not.

Sample reply to recruiters on LinkedIn.

Hi Vishal.

Thanks for getting in touch! Based on the message you have shared with me about the role, I am very excited to know more about it. 

It sounds like you are searching for a candidate in [ Job role ] with [right here relevant skills, capabilities, experience], and that’s me!

I would love to briefly talk about my skills, capabilities, and experience, which will benefit your company.

You can reach me directly on [give your phone number/ email], 

Best, 

Alex  

Reach out to recruiters on LinkedIn

Now how to attract the Recruiter towards you so that they offer a role in their company:

Well, there is a well-known proverb, but in my way, it is: “Recruiter helps those who help themselves “keeping this line in mind follow the following points:

• Strengthen your LinkedIn profile make it look great and effective for the Recruiter. Add skills, area of interest in the shape, education in full summary, work history. Share your work, certification, achievements with your connections. 
• Make a list of the companies or organizations you would prefer to join in the future. Search the company in your search bar and check the list of an employee in it.
• Send a connection request to the correct people connected with that company and follow that company with whom you want to work.
• Always make an effort to connect with the people working in that company.
• Always try to make healthy comments in their posts, videos, or any achievements they share on their LinkedIn profile.

Also, read: How To Get More Endorsements On LinkedIn (Top 5 Methods)

Five things the Recruiter won’t tell you.

Good recruiters always want you to have the best possible experience through recruitment. But even if they would like the best for you, certain things are confidential or can’t be shared with you.

Here are five things that the Recruiter won’t tell you, but what I think you should know:

You didn’t stand a chance after a wrong first impression. 

First impressions are still significant. Some recruiters will put the first impression aside. But unreturned calls, bad manners will hurt your chances in the next round.

You have been paid a higher salary.

Salary negotiations are a bit battle. Both applicant and hiring managers try to get the most suitable deal. None of the companies would ever admit that they would pay more. There is often a salary range that recruiters have for each role. Keep the note in mind that the Recruiter wants to make the placement. That means they support you in getting what you want if that’s what it takes to fill the position.

Your references were terrible.

If a recruiter doubts you, they won’t let you know if your unflattering reference confirms their doubts. Bad connections can ruin your candidacy, as good ones make it stronger.

Your social media ruin your chances.

What you heard is true! Almost 80% of recruiters use social media platforms to check out their candidates’ social media presence. That’s is why your social media reflects your image. It should complement your resume and speak on how truthful everything about you is in a way.

Your physical appearance matters.

Unfortunately, the proverb “Don’t judge a book by its cover” does NOT apply to most job interviews. The applicants’ appearance should be irrelevant, but it can charm or scare the recruiters. There is no doubt that the company is hiring you for your skills, talent, and capabilities. Still, the way you furnish yourself and the way you are dressed is also essential. 

How to respond through Email?

Sometimes when the Recruiter is quite impressed by you, they might send you an email regarding recruitment. So, here I have a format of Email through which you have to consider:

Hi Vishal,

Ask him whether this mail reached him or not.” Attached is a copy of your resume,” and ask him whether he needed any other material.

Best,

 Alex

Simple. Right? But this mail must be straightforward. That’s is all which is required. Please don’t waste time finding whether it is correct or not; send it.

Conclusion

LinkedIn is a social networking site where one can seek jobs and hire candidates for employment. It is beneficial in searching for jobs, posting for jobs. It allows recruiters to hire talented candidate for their company. LinkedIn states 70% of their user are candidates who seek employment. To get hired by the Recruiter, you need to use the proper feature to strengthen your profile. 

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