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Most effective method to communicate with Recruiters
What is the most effective method for a candidate to inform a recruiter that they do not wish to pursue a job opportunity anymore? When searching for job, it's uncomplicated to become involved in an avalanche of applications and first enthusiasm. However, from time to time after more thoughts or getting different offers, you understand certain opportunity doesn't suit well. Then how do you manage the sensitive task of informing a recruiter that you're not interested anymore?

The 2025 Job Search Reality Check: What you Need to Know
Let's discuss today's tech job market. After 20+ years in IT recruitment (yes, I've seen ALL the tech trends come and go! 😅), I've noticed a pattern that every job seeker needs to understand.

Jobseekers: You asked, we answered
𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 - 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱! The problem is... you are NOT reading the full job advertisement! Why?
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