Pro tip: If the primary function you perform in your job is to search a public database, YOU might want to be looking for a new career.
I used to do it politely. I would write or even call the recruiter back, explaining that they’ve missed the mark on this one, and here’s how they could have improved their chances with me. I know hundreds of amazingly talented developers, and if they were open-minded and understanding, I might even offer to pass their “opportunity” along.
That was when I was getting a couple “opportunities” a week. So, from here on out, each and every search engine “opportunity” that crosses my inbox will be posted here, with my commentary.
Recruiting is supposed to be about relationships. Someone needs a talented developer, and you know the perfect person to fill that role. What it has evolved into, however, is about as ethical and misguided as the guy selling memberships to your local gym, or a subprime mortgage lender. The recruiter is chasing a commission, and if you think you’ll ever see them again after you start your new job, you’re sorely mistaken.
With that, here’s today’s excellent example, courtesy of Ryan Smith. I will not post his company’s name, contact information, or any other link-based data because the last thing I want this post to do is benefit this person. This specific example came via LinkedIn, and ironically, he was at one time working for a subprime mortgage lender. According to HIS LinkedIn profile, he’s had 4 jobs in the last 5 years. Sounds like the perfect guy to help me advance in my career.