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Comment on New poll reveals referrals needn’t mean a fee by Manchester PR

Manchester PR — Wed, 09 May 2012 12:13:17 +0000

It is all about generousity: if you help someone (especially if it is repeated) you expect a simple thanks as a minimum and a return of the favours

You also expect the beneficiary of the referral or recommendation to provide a service or product that will not let your contact or you by extension down

Those that give most also have most to gain – it is about being helpful to your friends and associates and yourself

Comment on New poll reveals referrals needn’t mean a fee by Simon Lewis

Simon Lewis — Thu, 03 May 2012 14:57:38 +0000

Steve and Mitch thanks once again for your comments and for taking such an interest – I hope this marks you out as genuinely acknowledging your market and understanding what makes it tick.

It’s certainly interesting to note the dichotomy between altruistic behaviour in such a commercially-focussed world right now, where you’d think money would be a key driver when asking someone to go ‘out of their way’ to help.

I agree with Mitch that cash undermines the objective of a referral.

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Comment on New poll reveals referrals needn’t mean a fee by Mitch Sullivan

Mitch Sullivan — Thu, 03 May 2012 11:25:56 +0000

Getting referrals is a natural part of business life and always has been. I can’t see how paying for them simply makes any sense as it just lessens the integrity of the referral, from all sides.

The only time I ever agree to pay someone for a referral is if they actually ask to be paid.

Having said that I am a big believer in rewarding successful referrals – and by successful I mean the candidate stays in the job for more than 6 months.

That is a slightly different dynamic depending on how the referrals are gathered and if it’s promoted or sold on the financial element.

Bottom line is that any referral system (formal or informal) is totally reliant on the credibility of the employer or agent.

Comment on New poll reveals referrals needn’t mean a fee by Steve Ward (@CloudNineRec)

Steve Ward (@CloudNineRec) — Thu, 03 May 2012 10:27:50 +0000

Fascinating poll – and totally encouraged by this.
I sat in a referral programmes track at #trulondon frustrated by the emphasis on the ever failing financial reward programmes and not recognising human nature reaction to working for a great company with a great reputation.
(I wrote about it after: http://recruitmentmisfit.com/staff-referral-rewards-good-tactics-or-desper )

If you’re a good recruiter, with the right tools and methods – or a great company, who have created a great employer presence and brand, with fantastic products and culture – then people will WANT to refer naturally. I build my business on referral and recommendation – and have never had to give a `referral reward` to anyone for the fine work they do in sending candidates our way out of genuine good friendship or helpfulness.

Glad this has been emphasised by the pool – although still a little disgruntled that 1 in 3 do still want a reward.

Comment on OMJ shortlisted for Best Specialist Job Board by Simon Lewis

Simon Lewis — Tue, 01 May 2012 09:41:49 +0000

Thanks, Stephen. Big compliment from someone who loves graphics and figures as much as you do!

Comment on OMJ shortlisted for Best Specialist Job Board by Stephen O'Donnell (@stephenodonn)

Stephen O'Donnell (@stephenodonn) — Tue, 01 May 2012 08:24:30 +0000

Impressive graphic. Well done.

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Comment on Sales ability not important to successful recruitment by Simon Lewis

Simon Lewis — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:20:24 +0000

Thanks for the comments, guys.

Certainly these results are not indicative of my views – I believe sales is an essential element in recruitment. Take away the ability to open new doors on the spot and identify opportunities when you didn’t expect them is equally as important as building long-term relationships.

However, the question allows only one answer which I why I side with passion because the other traits can all be taught.

Comment on Sales ability not important to successful recruitment by Phil Hutchinson-May

Phil Hutchinson-May — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:01:33 +0000

I’m with Mitch.
Recruitment is about listening to client and candidate needs and then finding a solution which matches them both. I’d say that’s selling.