How Networking Could Replace Recruiting

The Internet has had a major impact on the professional world, including the recruiting and hiring processes. What was once paper résumés and in-person interviews, is now LinkedIn searches and various digital screenings. Many people reach the second or third phase of a hiring process before ever stepping foot in an office. One would presume that candidates feel more isolated than ever, but the digital age has created quite the opposite effect: with all of these online resources at our fingertips, networking is easier than ever.

Recruiters are expected to find quality candidates and help manage feedback during the screening process. With career based social media sites like LinkedIn, it’s easy to see who fits your qualifications without even making contact. For individuals looking for new career opportunities, it’s effortless to discover which organizations are hiring and who to reach out to about open positions. While this is a great way to send applications quickly, it’s easy to get lost in the crowd when very little personal contact is being made.

More personalized experiences are being brought to the online networking world thanks to companies such as The Muse, Media Bistro and GigSesh. By creating memberships, you have access to companies and individuals that are looking to help people pursue the careers they are truly passionate about. Rather than settling for the first interview you’re called for, these companies are working to match people with mentors, companies and career paths that are right for them.

With GigSesh’s networking platform, users have the chance to speak over the phone with career experts in industries or at companies they are interested in. No more chasing down an email or phone number and disrupting someone’s day; GigSesh pairs candidates with experts. It makes the most of everyone’s time and ensures that quality people are able to speak with experts who can help them pursue the career of their dreams.