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If you’ve never worked with a recruiter before, you probably have a lot of questions about how to prepare or what to expect for your first meeting. Although it will be similar to a job interview, there are a lot of key differences that are important for you to understand.

Regardless of the size of your company, employing a temporary staffing agency to meet your temporary staffing needs is laden with benefits. It is no secret that much of your company’s success relies on having the right team.

This week we are shining a light on Brian Regan who is on his way to having his most successful quarter at Abacus since joining our firm in 2001. Since taking over the Accounting Support Division in December 2017, Brian has transcended his career to new heights.

On November 5th, Robert Pickus completed the New York City Marathon. Before doing so, he raised an incredible $15,147 for the National CMV Foundation. The event, sponsored by Tata Consultancy Services, celebrated its 47th year with 50,773 runners crossing the finish line.

Very simply, no one understands a millennial more than a millennial. It’s important for a recruiter to understand the motivation of their candidate. A recruiter seeks to learn what motivates a candidate not only to find new work but also to keep thriving in a position. A millennial recruiter can bridge the growing gap in the market.

The candidate-recruiter process works well because executive recruiters wear many hats in their multifaceted profession. They are career advisors, matchmakers, brand spokespeople and—perhaps most importantly—skilled salespeople. Consider the characteristics of an outstanding salesperson and those of an exceptional executive recruiter; there is an extraordinary amount of overlap.

Abacus Group’s recruiters have seen an acceleration in “job-hopping”—holding a relatively high number of positions in a short period of time. Is it smarter for hiring managers to favor candidates with a diverse background in multiple companies and industries? Or should candidates who exhibit stability receive priority?

Laurie Kotton, CPA, and Partner, Accounting & Finance Recruitment, is celebrating 16 years at Abacus Group this month. Since October 2000, Laurie has been a tremendous asset to the business and is one of New York City’s most successful Accounting & Finance recruiting professionals—an accomplishment she attributes to the teamwork of her Abacus Group family.

Abacus Group Executive Recruiters Michelle Carroll and Charles Amato discuss the unique characteristics of the workplace they call home.