--- title: "Artisan Talent - Business Networking: Using a Recruiter" description: "- Executive recruiters have become an important resource for business networking, especially for job seekers looking to gain a competitive advantage." image: https://creative.artisantalent.com/hs-fs/file-4137399897-png/blog-files/using-recruiters-to-network.png --- ![](https://creative.artisantalent.com/hs-fs/file-4137399897-png/blog-files/using-recruiters-to-network.png?width=380&name=using-recruiters-to-network.png) Jul 7, 2015 # Business Networking: Using a Recruiter Executive recruiters have become an important resource for job seekers interested in gaining a competitive advantage over their peers. *Today, nearly half of all job seekers get hired because of who they know. *Recruiters are professional networkers; they spend all day talking on the phone to people in your chosen industry. The savvy job seeker uses a recruiter as the hub of a multi-tiered networking wheel, because they know that building these relationships can make a real difference in today's intense job market. Recruiters are a great repository of career advice: If you've been in the same role for a long time or are just beginning a new job search, a talent scout can help you road map an effective process that will make you stand out in today's fast-paced market. ## Business Networking For HR managers, building a networking relationship with a talent agency is key to keeping pace with what's happening in your industry. Top notch agency recruiters actually have a better understanding of the dynamic shifts affecting your business before anyone else. In fact, success in their job requires a nimble aptitude for staying ahead of employment trends in order to better serve their clients. Talent scouts are industry-specific, which means they also intuitively understand your business. Recruiters are also well-connected via [social media groups](https://twitter.com/ArtisanTalent/lists/artisan-talent-staff). When you find a recruiter in your industry, look for them on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/artisan) and see which groups they belong to. ## Professional recruiters know industry insider information such as: - The latest industry news - Where the jobs are and what they pay - What your competitors are doing to attract top tier candidates - Who is currently in the marketplace, or who is considering it down the road - The strengths and weaknesses of specific candidates - Company-specific information like strategic goals and financial growth No one is more connected to your industry and the work world in general than a recruiter, which makes them a unique and vital resource for both HR Managers and job seeking career professionals. [The talented team of of executive recruiters at Artisan would like to get to know you.](https://artisantalent.com/contact-artisan/) We're seeking the best client relationships and the most qualified candidates from the creative world. [![   Contact Us Today  ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1951043/34ac0d14-fd90-4776-abf4-d4f98aa868d9.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1951043/34ac0d14-fd90-4776-abf4-d4f98aa868d9) If you have a business looking to find project-specific freelancers or full time creative talent, our Account Managers can work with you to define your goals and fill the roles. If you are a job candidate, you will not find a better search agency focused on finding you the right fit for your future. 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