Section 1 - Instruction

You've learned about the Big Three questions: salary expectations, timeline, and motivation. Now let's practice turning these conversations into relationship-building opportunities that establish trust and rapport with tech recruiters.

Engagement Message

Which aspect of building recruiter relationships excites you most?

Section 2 - Practice

Type

Swipe Left or Right

Practice Question

When building relationships with tech recruiters, swipe each communication style based on whether it builds trust or damages rapport:

Labels

  • Left Label: Builds Trust
  • Right Label: Damages Rapport

Left Label Items

  • "I appreciate you thinking of me for this role"
  • "Let me research that and get back to you with specifics"
  • "I'm excited about the technical challenges this company faces"
  • "Thanks for the detailed breakdown of the role requirements"

Right Label Items

  • "You recruiters are all the same"
  • "I don't have time for another screening call"
  • "Just send me all the details in an email"
  • "I'm only interested if the salary is above $150K"
Section 3 - Practice

Type

Multiple Choice

Practice Question

A tech recruiter asks about your timeline. You want to build a long-term relationship. What's your best approach?

A. "I'm actively looking and very interested in this specific opportunity" B. "I can start whenever - I'm desperate for a new job"
C. "I'm not looking right now, but I'd love to stay connected" D. "It depends on what other offers come in"

Suggested Answers

  • A - Correct
  • B
  • C
  • D
Section 4 - Practice
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