Recruiter here, What would actually make the hiring process better for you?

[u/SuspiciousLog5554]

Hi everyone,

I’ve been recruiting in the tech industry for about 5 years now, mainly for mid-to-senior engineering and product roles across the U.S. and Europe. Over time, I’ve realized that while we recruiters see things one way, candidates often have a very different experience.

I’d like to hear from you directly:
– What’s one thing you wish recruiters would stop doing?
– And what’s one thing you’d like to see more of in the hiring process?

I’m genuinely looking to better understand where we can improve, communication, transparency, interview prep, or even the way we reach out. Honest, constructive feedback is very welcome.

Thanks in advance for sharing your thoughts. I’ll be reading through all the comments and replying where I can.

Appreciative recruiter trying to do better

[u/egreene6]

The one that annoys me the most is that you need to sound and look like you want to be there. I hate when I can feel someone’s energy especially phone screenings; and they sound like they’d rather be anywhere else. Which I’m sure you’d like to; but this is such a daunting experience as it is as a potential candidate; and sounding bored and unenthused and uninterested grinds my gears immensely.