{"id":79036,"date":"2024-03-08T09:00:55","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T09:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bullhorn.com\/uk\/?p=79036"},"modified":"2024-03-07T22:07:02","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T22:07:02","slug":"engaging-passive-candidates-the-art-of-cold-calling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bullhorn.com\/uk\/blog\/engaging-passive-candidates-the-art-of-cold-calling\/","title":{"rendered":"Engaging passive candidates: The art of cold calling"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold calling has always been part of the life of a recruiter. It\u2019s an effective way to identify prospects and build relationships with candidates who might be a good fit for roles. This is especially true when the job market is tight and competition for candidates is fierce, which makes it even more crucial for recruiters to pick up the phone. But cold calling only works if it\u2019s targeted, personalised, and engaging. Let\u2019s dive into how recruiters can make those cold calls count.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Differentiating yourself<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only a small percentage of job seekers are looking for a role at any given time. And yet, while the vast majority of relevant prospects who could be a great fit might be passive candidates, they certainly would consider a placement if the right one fell into their laps. The challenge lies in the fact that most candidates are also being contacted by other agencies. To build rapport, make the candidate feel at ease, and build trust, recruiters must differentiate themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you pick up the phone, researching the candidate\u2019s skills and career trajectory is essential. LinkedIn is usually the place to start. If sending a connection request or an InMail, it is essential to personalise these \u2013 there is nothing worse than a message pitching a job that isn\u2019t a good fit. Generic messages are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mployee.com\/resources\/articles\/making-ai-generated-and-enabled-tools-work-for-recruiters\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">easy for candidates to spot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so ensure your outreach has a truly personal element. A polite message to ask if they would be interested in a call can also be a good approach. It\u2019s all about making a positive impression, so thought and time should always go into any communication.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This research will help immensely in preparing for the eventual cold call. Keep your candidate notes on hand and add to them during the call so you can continue building a picture of the person and the type of role and company they would be suited to. Use the tools you have to hand effectively. Look at when they are most active and time your outreach with this information. If they regularly post on LinkedIn at a set time or day, reach out during this optimal period. If you\u2019ve sent an initial email to them, look at any trends in when they have opened your message. This will help best ensure that you time your cold call perfectly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Timing is also crucial to a successful cold call. Keep your call to outside work hours, the best times being either early morning before work, lunchtime, or after work in the early evening. Being courteous is a must, acknowledging that it might not be a good time for the person to talk or that they might not be open to moving jobs at all. At the very least, try to reach an agreement to keep in touch with regular communication.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Nurturing candidate relationships<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The biggest pitfall to avoid is pitching a job right off the bat. Build to that point gradually and find out more about the individual first to ensure they are the right fit. A summary of your industry expertise could follow a brief intro about the company and why you\u2019re best suited to find the candidate a role in their field. Don\u2019t forget to let the candidate speak and listen attentively, making notes as you go along. Mentioning past successes with professionals of similar skills and backgrounds should be left to the end, as this will pique the candidate&#8217;s interest. The candidate will be left feeling like you\u2019re invested in their career, and they\u2019ll be more open to a second, more in-depth conversation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On that note, don\u2019t forget to schedule a follow-up call. This also provides a good opportunity to discuss a recent salary survey or report and provide key market insights. Even if the candidate isn\u2019t interested in going any further, you\u2019ve already built a solid relationship, and that individual may get in touch with you in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the conversation has moved on to discussing potential jobs, then the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mployee.com\/resources\/articles\/improving-contingent-worker-experience-through-automation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recruitment process<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> kicks into place. From here, you can explain future steps, like sending a job description and getting the candidate\u2019s consent for it to be shared with the client. Whether sorting out interview times or providing feedback, regular communication is key in cementing and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bullhorn.com\/connected-recruiting\/nurture\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nurturing the candidate relationship<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s also a good idea to meet the candidate first to brief them in person (or via a virtual video meeting) and help them prepare for their interview.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparation and research, the cold call itself, and a genuine desire to put the candidate\u2019s career first will help lay the foundations for a lasting relationship. With just one call, you might plant the seeds for a fruitful candidate relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bullhorn.com\/uk\/grid\/2024-industry-trends\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-79040\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bullhorn.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/GRID_Industry_Report24_Blog-Ad-Footer_V1APAC.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bullhorn.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/GRID_Industry_Report24_Blog-Ad-Footer_V1APAC.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.bullhorn.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/GRID_Industry_Report24_Blog-Ad-Footer_V1APAC-768x128.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bullhorn.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/GRID_Industry_Report24_Blog-Ad-Footer_V1APAC-300x50.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cold calling has always been part of the life of a recruiter. 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