406: How to Work With an Executive Recruiter, with Becky deSouza

Becky deSouza: Conexus Talent Acquisition Solutions

Becky is a partner with Conexus Talent Acquisition Solutions and has dedicated her career of 20+ years to developing effective solutions for Talent Development and Recruiting. Becky spent 11 years running DreamWorks Animation’s Corporate Recruiting team. Today she leads the human resources recruiting practice with Conexus.

Key Points

• Recruiting firms can be regional, industry-specific, or functional.
• Look to your network for leads, but be careful when networking with your colleagues.
• Work to fully engage with your recruiter.
• Be honest with your recruiter, even if you aren’t totally ready to commit.
• Always keep your LinkedIn profile updated since it can serve as a type of resume.
• Make sure your web and social presence is consistent with the expectations of your desired job.
• Check your privacy settings on social media.

Resources Mentioned

• Becky deSouza on LinkedIn

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