You are all wrong. Jobs are real.

I personally work for Manpower, and I don't post an ad for employment unless I have a client looking to hire. I work on the Direct Hire/Permanent Placement end of things. So get your facts straight.

I've contracted with Manpower on several assignments for IT work over the last few years. They don't post jobs that don't exist. Very ethical organization to work for! They are not magicians and are subject to what their client demands are (which may change).

Much better than Robert Half whom I've also worked for.

You are in a dream world...

SOUNDS TO ME LIKE MANPOWER, ADDECO AND OTHERS HAVE SOME CLEANING UP TO DO. THEIR CLENT BASE MAY BE REVIEWING THESE COMMENTS. THIS FORUM SERVES A PURPOSE AND APPEARS TO LOOK AT THE EMPLOYEE PROSPECT OPINIONS AS AN IMPORTANT WAY OF MEASURING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, ETHICS, AND PERCEPTION OF RECRUITERS. APPEARS THAT EMPLOYERS DO NOT GET THE NEGATIVE FEEDBACK RECRUITERS DO. THERE MUST BE A REASON WHY...

Funny like Robert Half and other agencies in my area I applied online with Manpower hoping they would find me work. Unlike Robert Half none of the other agencies manpower included never bothered with me at all. You guys might well have some jobs for poeple with major experince. However you don't need to fill those good paying jobs with people who will lowball the payscale squeezing out the skilled labor now employed either. Lets not forget all those who applied hoping for at least an entry-level position without major industry experience, you guys routinely ignore and won't even consider finding employent for. What about those you squeezed out of a job that now can't find one because you offer pay far less than their skills are really worth. All agencies are out to make a buck while ruining the employment opprtunities in the process. American jobs are going down the tubes for a buck.

I have (actually) worked with the Minneapolis office of Manpower for two years on different assignments. The jobs they post are "real".

However, they are subject to the wishes of their client base.

Why haven't you gotten a response from Manpower?

- Politics at the client end, probably.
- The client may only indicate which candidates they are interested in and may not provide any feedback on the others.

Other agencies post non - existent jobs and will interview you. Recruiters at these agencies are required to make a quota of "contacts" each week and build an "inventory" of candidates. They will also use your references/ ex - coworkers to fatten their Roladex. The recruiters turn over every couple of months.

I have been working with the same recruiter at Manpower for the entire two years.
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Like I may have mentioned in another post somewhere: Even if an applicant isn't qualified for one position it does not mean there arent positions being offered elsewhere that they could fill. The fact is most agencies are after your details and background information only. In every case during my experiences they have had no intention of ever finding me work. In every instance where I have applied with an agency they have never bothered to find employment for me. It seems in every case they are after my information not in putting me to work. That includes manpower and every other agency in my area. Employment agencies no longer serve the purpose they where originally intended to fill, every one should be shut down and the owners jailed, i'am sure if they are not breaking a few laws farming for information the way they do today then they are at least crushing morals and ethics wherever they tread.

I also worked with Manpower in Minneapolis. I made a call to them regarding openings, they asked for my resume. I emailed it to them and they responded the next day asking when I could start.

We scheduled a time for testing. I tested. They placed me the following week. I was kept busy for about two years until I moved.

As far as working with a specific recruiter, I spoke to various ones and they were quite approachable and always very helpful.

After a year I asked about how an employee receives a raise. They said they would contact the customer to see if my job duties had changed (I worked for the same customer but in different areas the whole time with Manpower) and if they were willing to pay more. Within a week I had a $1/hour raise.

If they handled telecommuting opportunities, I would love to work for them again (I live "in the boonies").

GKS in Milwaukee, Wisconsin said: I personally work for Manpower, and I don't post an ad for employment unless I have a client looking to hire. I work on the Direct Hire/Permanent Placement end of things. So get your facts straight.

That may be in Wisconsin. In Connecticut, they have been posting the same fake jobs over and over and over again for the past 6 months. They can't show a little creativity and at least change the job titles or descriptions? They think us job seekers are stupid and won't notice that they post the same fake jobs repeatedly? In CT, Manpower is very bad.

I used to be very happy to see all the ads posted by ManPower. I applied to everyone of them. After one year of applying to various positions at ManPower. I finally gave up. I was never contacted once. You know, no one is that bad. Now when I see a ManPower's ad, I won't even open it.

It just might be free from them to post an ad because I saw the same ad again and again week after weeks. I kept applying and applying. I finally said enough is enough.

I can agree with each and every job seeker out there, I have applied to Aerotec: nothing, Office Team, Nothing, Robert Half: Ditto and so one
I have replied to position requiring licensure by the state and various certifications, never got a reply, I did get a phone call from office team asking me if I would be interested in an assistant accountant job, I am a licensed engineer????????????
So I agree with all of you, 99% of these agencies are a waste of time, as the employers get smart and read these forums they too will see the waste of time and of qualified resources.

Dragon. Ft. Lauderdale Fl. in Pompano Beach, Florida said: I can agree with each and every job seeker out there, I have applied to Aerotec: nothing, Office Team, Nothing, Robert Half: Ditto and so one
I have replied to position requiring licensure by the state and various certifications, never got a reply, I did get a phone call from office team asking me if I would be interested in an assistant accountant job, I am a licensed engineer????????????
So I agree with all of you, 99% of these agencies are a waste of time, as the employers get smart and read these forums they too will see the waste of time and of qualified resources.

Office team continues to reside in the "BOWELS" of the universe. I also had the same experience. I used them several years ago and had the same nightmare experience. To bad that it took me a month to realize that it was the same "P.O.S." who F****d Me years ago. I cannot imagine what the qualifications are to work for (in office) Office Team.

Qualifications to be an Office Team Recruiter:
1. Moron
2. Ability to lie, cheat & steal on demand.
3. Totally uneducated with no thought process or nerual transfer.
4. This list could run forever...

I also applied at the Manpower office in Festus, Mo and they told me to call in every Monday to see if they had any new assignments. They never offered me one opportunity.

Lee, I disagree.

I worked for a small staffing agency. While there were some recruiters who did lie, and do what they had to to get ahead. Not everyone is like that. With any business that's comission based, your are going to get your snakes. And with the huge staffing firms like manpower the percentage of snakes are going to go up.

But its not fair to group all staffing firms into one general statement. It's much easier for companies to leave the HR or staffing portion to agencies thats why they are relying on them more and more. And i bet soon 95% of those functions will be outsourced to staffing agencies. I think the hard part and they key for applicants is finding a good, honest recruiter. When you first speak to a recruiter and they are trying to get a feel for your background, ask them questions to get to a fell for the kind of person they are. I would have a problem with a candidate asking when they can expect feedback, possible problems, etc. Get very detailed. groups.google.com/group/jobs-for-recent-grads/browse_thread/thread/5d4ee070c3739609

The sad part is us honest recruiters arent always as successful as the snakes.
But i do feel that the industry must be further regulated.

groups.google.com/group/jobs-for-recent-grads/browse_thread/thread/ad35d1e865a5b6da

Pretty good article about telling a good recruiter from a bad one.

I am interviewing for such a postion. I am a bit afraid to take it. High quota, etc. can we talk confidentially? I love the company but a little nervous about the positon.
email me please at thetruthtold1@hotmail.com

GKS in Milwaukee, Wisconsin said: I personally work for Manpower, and I don't post an ad for employment unless I have a client looking to hire. I work on the Direct Hire/Permanent Placement end of things. So get your facts straight.

Food Industry Associate in Sharon, Wisconsin said: SOUNDS TO ME LIKE MANPOWER, ADDECO AND OTHERS HAVE SOME CLEANING UP TO DO. THEIR CLENT BASE MAY BE REVIEWING THESE COMMENTS. THIS FORUM SERVES A PURPOSE AND APPEARS TO LOOK AT THE EMPLOYEE PROSPECT OPINIONS AS AN IMPORTANT WAY OF MEASURING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, ETHICS, AND PERCEPTION OF RECRUITERS. APPEARS THAT EMPLOYERS DO NOT GET THE NEGATIVE FEEDBACK RECRUITERS DO. THERE MUST BE A REASON WHY...

Ajilion, Manpower, Neilsen Assoc, all are pretenders..... pretending to help you and do not.
They never call YOU. They got your resume to meet their quoter for their reward. ALL agencies should be fired!! and those recruiters of theirs are FAKES. and if you get irritated with them , they ignore you completley, and that is not right.
I was honest with them at Ajilion about one of thier recruiters and now I think I am on the bad list because they never call.

Food Industry Associate in Sharon, Wisconsin said: SOUNDS TO ME LIKE MANPOWER, ADDECO AND OTHERS HAVE SOME CLEANING UP TO DO. THEIR CLENT BASE MAY BE REVIEWING THESE COMMENTS. THIS FORUM SERVES A PURPOSE AND APPEARS TO LOOK AT THE EMPLOYEE PROSPECT OPINIONS AS AN IMPORTANT WAY OF MEASURING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, ETHICS, AND PERCEPTION OF RECRUITERS. APPEARS THAT EMPLOYERS DO NOT GET THE NEGATIVE FEEDBACK RECRUITERS DO. THERE MUST BE A REASON WHY...

I agree with you.. They just are all fake and if they do not like you, then THEY WILL NOT CALL...

Add to this list Champion Staffing in North Olmsted. They are horrible!

Albert in Elyria, Ohio said: Add to this list Champion Staffing in North Olmsted. They are horrible!

So what do you think a recruiter does all day??? I mean really what would the benefit be to post jobs to receive 300 unqulified resumes for most likely falsified information??? What would be the benfit of spending day after day speaking to the same unhireable person? You're unemployed for a reason - poor attitude and unmarketable. The employment agency's goal is to fill the job with the best canidate. You're not getting called back because you're NOT that candidate.

Jennifer in Cranberry Twp, Pennsylvania said: So what do you think a recruiter does all day??? I mean really what would the benefit be to post jobs to receive 300 unqulified resumes for most likely falsified information??? What would be the benfit of spending day after day speaking to the same unhireable person? You're unemployed for a reason - poor attitude and unmarketable. The employment agency's goal is to fill the job with the best canidate. You're not getting called back because you're NOT that candidate.

How about a licensed engineer who got a call from someone like you and was offered position as an accounting assistant? YOu are so stupid that don't even know that engineers do not do accounting.

Wow, who gave you, your job, your grammar and spelling is so bad. How do I get your position? Apparently you didn't need any skills. You should not be employed in such a position.

Diane - Pennsylvania in Saint Johns, Pennsylvania said: Wow, who gave you, your job, your grammar and spelling is so bad. How do I get your position? Apparently you didn't need any skills. You should not be employed in such a position.

Diane, it should be"your grammar and spelling are so bad" obviously, you have the same issues. None of us are perfect in grammar, lets not be so abusive to each other. Also, I am a recruiter, we cannot hire everyone. We get paid for bringing employers the best of the best. You may be good, but not good enough for our needs.

after reading your comments, yes, my grammar was bad, but understand, I admit to my mistakes. After accepting a position which I am qualified for from Manpower, back in Dec. I had to tell them I was unable to go to work due to snow emergencies for all roads. Well this so-called (head recruiter) told me if this was the issue I wasn't needed anymore. My question is, after applying to other temp agencies, I feel I was being black-balled, is this common? Is this what manpower does, to their qualified applicants? I was also told I may never use Manpower again, is this also common?

Ronald in Kearny, New Jersey said: Like I may have mentioned in another post somewhere: Even if an applicant isn't qualified for one position it does not mean there arent positions being offered elsewhere that they could fill. The fact is most agencies are after your details and background information only. In every case during my experiences they have had no intention of ever finding me work. In every instance where I have applied with an agency they have never bothered to find employment for me. It seems in every case they are after my information not in putting me to work. That includes manpower and every other agency in my area. Employment agencies no longer serve the purpose they where originally intended to fill, every one should be shut down and the owners jailed, i'am sure if they are not breaking a few laws farming for information the way they do today then they are at least crushing morals and ethics wherever they tread.

What purpose exactly are you referring to? As far as I can see, recruitment agencies are BUSINESSES. Main goal of businesses: to make PROFIT. If you don't like it then find a job on your own. No one is making you work with a recruiter, but if the employer from whom you seek a job is working with recruitment firms, good luck getting in the door. As far as morals and ethics, first you are way off base because I am sure the candidates who were placed would strongly disagree. Secondly, I bet you aren't a shareholder in any recruiting firm or you would be whistling a different tune.

manpower fan in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania said: Diane, it should be"your grammar and spelling are so bad" obviously, you have the same issues. None of us are perfect in grammar, lets not be so abusive to each other. Also, I am a recruiter, we cannot hire everyone. We get paid for bringing employers the best of the best. You may be good, but not good enough for our needs.

Well, aren't you just a breath of doom & gloom! "You may be good, but not good enough for our needs." Oh mighty Manpower Recruiter Fan! One day you will be in the same shoes as many of those on this forum and you will get the same blows as you give out! You must be the Queen Snob of the Office!

M R in Elizabeth, New Jersey said: What purpose exactly are you referring to? As far as I can see, recruitment agencies are BUSINESSES. Main goal of businesses: to make PROFIT. If you don't like it then find a job on your own. No one is making you work with a recruiter, but if the employer from whom you seek a job is working with recruitment firms, good luck getting in the door. As far as morals and ethics, first you are way off base because I am sure the candidates who were placed would strongly disagree. Secondly, I bet you aren't a shareholder in any recruiting firm or you would be whistling a different tune.

So, you are a shareholder, eh? Then how does it feel to steal food off of your hardworkers table? You charge $26/hr for your recruits and pay them $9/hr! Your skill in thievery is impeccable - you must be proud! Most of the candidates would agree as they know that you've got them grabbing their ankles -- but most are just biding their time with you until they find a REAL company to work for! That is public knowledge!

Not in their shoes! in Washington, District of Columbia said: Well, aren't you just a breath of doom & gloom! "You may be good, but not good enough for our needs." Oh mighty Manpower Recruiter Fan! One day you will be in the same shoes as many of those on this forum and you will get the same blows as you give out! You must be the Queen Snob of the Office!

No, actually at this moment I am laid off. I still feel the same. I do not use a recruiter, I market myself. I do not always get the job, The best does, or the best person that interviews. Sometimes, its not the best candidate, It is the one who know how to sell themselves. You should try being kinder and less abusive. Maybe that is what is standing in your way, your attitude.

Well, then you need to stop coming across as if you are 'somebody' - "I am a recruiter and we hire the best of the best" -- If you got laid off, like many of us have, then obviously your judgement of what is the best isn't necessarily accurate.

BTW, I am sweet as honey and I was just addressing you the way you addressed everyone else on this forum. Don't dish it out if you can't take it. I am currently in a temporary position -- working for one of President Bush's cabinet members -- I see snobs everyday and those who think they are holier than though but I treat them with the same respect that I treat a homeless individual on the streets. I am a very kind and gentle soul but when you demoralize people on here in the manner in which you did --- and can't accept their experiences with recruiters which 9 out of 10 of you are useless and out for yourselves then you need to get a good dose of what you and your attitude are dishing out!

A Manpower Fan that is a Recruiter who has been laid off says a whole lot about Manpower and how they treat their employees that work in-house not just those who actually make the money for them.

GKS in Milwaukee, Wisconsin said: I personally work for Manpower, and I don't post an ad for employment unless I have a client looking to hire. I work on the Direct Hire/Permanent Placement end of things. So get your facts straight.

If Manpower was such a terrific agency for people to find work, then why are there all these complaints posted? The empirical evidence seems to refute your assertion on their practices. Manpower is what they are and they create their reputation by their actions. It looks like they need to repair that.

No Rose Colored Glasses Here in Washington, District of Columbia said: So, you are a shareholder, eh? Then how does it feel to steal food off of your hardworkers table? You charge $26/hr for your recruits and pay them $9/hr! Your skill in thievery is impeccable - you must be proud! Most of the candidates would agree as they know that you've got them grabbing their ankles -- but most are just biding their time with you until they find a REAL company to work for! That is public knowledge!

Hmmm...then why not just cut out the middle man. Why not just find a job on your own without taking advantage of a service and then crying when you don't get what you want. As a matter of fact I am not a recruiter and I don't have a clue where you are pulling those numbers from but if your knew anything (at all) you would know that recruiting firms typically make 20-30% on placements. Not to mention that only temp positions collect a percentage on a reocurring basis, as full-time placements are a one time deal.
Not that any of this matters, if you were such a stellar candidate then you would have no problem procuring a position without submitting yourself to the ankle grabbing practices that you so eloquently referenced. If you believe that recruiters do nothing but torture candidates, then it sounds like everyone working with one is nothing but a masochist.

HHHHHHHHmmmmmmmmmmm..... and you think I haven't cut out the middle man -- I learned a long time ago that they were useless. I've already been through all the ankle grabbing and dear sweet one I am a stellar candidate that has a job which I PROCURED on my own!!! And with what spews out of your mouth ....... you must live next to that landfill. Anyone who has ever used a temp agency knows that they play the mental games and are wishful executive wannabes. AND when I did use them that once I had the luxury of seeing the invoices........... I know what I am talking about - obviously you would know this since you failed to deny you were a shareholder!

Fistly, just because I failed to deny that I am a shareholder, does not mean that I am, because I surely am not. Second of all I highly doubt that the one time you did use a recruiting firm you just happen to see a private company invoice.
Furthermore, I just may live near a landfill, and it is pretty clear that you live WITHIN the capital of liars and deceitful scum bags...how fitting.
If you only used a temp agency one time, then you sure have made one strong BIASED opinion about a group of firms based on a singular experience. I certainly hope you don't constantly run your mouth on subjects for which you formulate such ignorant generalizations.

Listen rosey, I apologize for my earlier statements. My sole point is simply that recruiters are not all the same, and I don't want people to be deterred from using their sometimes valuable services because some people have a bad time. I have never used manpower and honestly, I never plan to.
You happen to strike a nerve because someone I am close to is an honest recruiter for a great firm. I see everyday that this person works hard to help candidates fit into a firm.
I do not like speaking in such an unprofessional and unkind manner, and for this I apologize.

Well, MR I do not lie and I may live in the Capital of liars and scumbags but the majority are TRANSPLANTS from other parts of this country and need I say all other countries as well. When people meet me they say that I am the nicest person they have ever met in THIS area -- I am a genuine person, shoot straight from the hip, and speak only the truth. As far as seeing the billing -- YES, I did and I was floored to see how little they would pay a person yet the company made the majority. I am in no way an ignorant person -- I live with ignorant people, prejudice people, judgemental people and this country thrives on hurting people, speaking poorly about people, and most do talk out of their rear ends. You do not know me but if you met me on the street and you needed a meal -- I would be the one who would buy you one. I have watched this area turn into the despicable land of lies and deceit and am thoroughly disgusted with those who are supervisors/managers/boss' and can get away with how they treat employees. I have been the subject of sexual harrassment, stalked by a boss, and had been asked to leave a company because I took it to the powers that be -- but I stood up for my rights. I deplore those who falsely accuse just to get money. I didn't ask for money - just that my salary & medical coverage until I secured another position - I was 21 at the time. I had friends that were hardworking being treated like scum because they used temp agencies yet they were too scared to speak up. Your friend may work very hard at their job as a recruiter but the majority do not. This blog isn't a personal vendetta against your friend but it is a blog where people have the RIGHT to describe their experiences so others may be informed prior to making a decision that they may or may not regret. You may have been blessed in this life not to have any of the experiences that the individuals in this forum have experienced, and be thankful but don't judge.

My statements to you were only based on what you wrote and how you came across. These people don't want to have someone add salt to the wounds they have. They get enough of that each and every day. Some of these people can only voice what they feel in a forum of anonymity as they fear repercussions -- yet they need jobs and no one is helping them -- try to put yourself in their shoes -- not your friends, but theirs. Not everyone could or can afford college, not everyone has the luxury of not living paycheck to paycheck, not everyone has family to help them in their time of crises, and not everyone can be a stellar candidate but they do deserve a job and to work to provide a roof overtop of their heads, food on their table, and some semblance of a decent life -- but this country has allowed and continue to allow illegal hiring practices & there is no such thing as giving someone a chance to prove themselves. Not everyone interviews well, but they are workhorses and do their jobs whereas you see many college hires that feel they don't have to work that hard because they were treated with kit gloves because they are younger and more malleable. Temp agencies are just to be able to work until full-time positions can be achieved & give some more experience but now they are expecting everyone to be geniuses. This is how the world has changed over the last 20 years and it's only getting worse. It is the shareholders -- corporate greed -- govt. wrecklessly spending that is killing the american dream and it is the people of this country who weren't born into money that are seriously paying for this greed.

I see your point, and I do apologize for being so irrational and harsh. As far as temp agencies go, my friend works as a recruiter for full-time positions only and I believe we each discussing something different, as hiring practices for temp and perm are not the same.
I completey agree with your points about interviewing, and unfortunately, it is the case with agencies and firms alike. Bombing an interview, not matter what your resume looks like can ruin chances for a position. Illegal hiring in this country is a much larger problem than most people assume, and it is constantly overlooked.
As far as government spending, as an economist I agree with you but that may be a bit beyond the scope of this forum.

Jennifer in Cranberry Twp, Pennsylvania said: So what do you think a recruiter does all day??? I mean really what would the benefit be to post jobs to receive 300 unqulified resumes for most likely falsified information??? What would be the benfit of spending day after day speaking to the same unhireable person? You're unemployed for a reason - poor attitude and unmarketable. The employment agency's goal is to fill the job with the best canidate. You're not getting called back because you're NOT that candidate.

AGREE!!!!!!!!!!!!

EPD FROM KY in Milwaukee, Wisconsin said: AGREE!!!!!!!!!!!!

I agree also!! However, You may be the right candidate for the next positon.

John Schorer in Saint Paul, Minnesota said: I've contracted with Manpower on several assignments for IT work over the last few years. They don't post jobs that don't exist. Very ethical organization to work for! They are not magicians and are subject to what their client demands are (which may change).

Much better than Robert Half whom I've also worked for.

Thank you for that e-mail on Robert 1/2! My husband is looking for a accounting job and oh ya they talk a big game but my husband has never even recieved an interview through them unlike other recruiters.

Robin in Grand Rapids, Minnesota said: I also worked with Manpower in Minneapolis. I made a call to them regarding openings, they asked for my resume. I emailed it to them and they responded the next day asking when I could start.

We scheduled a time for testing. I tested. They placed me the following week. I was kept busy for about two years until I moved.

As far as working with a specific recruiter, I spoke to various ones and they were quite approachable and always very helpful.

After a year I asked about how an employee receives a raise. They said they would contact the customer to see if my job duties had changed (I worked for the same customer but in different areas the whole time with Manpower) and if they were willing to pay more. Within a week I had a $1/hour raise.

If they handled telecommuting opportunities, I would love to work for them again (I live "in the boonies").

This was a blessing to you that does'nt happen to everyone. Manpower has some issues they need to rectify.. I'm one of those who has had a bad experience with Manpower.

GKS in Milwaukee, Wisconsin said: I personally work for Manpower, and I don't post an ad for employment unless I have a client looking to hire. I work on the Direct Hire/Permanent Placement end of things. So get your facts straight.

Do you deal with Harley-Davidson in Milwaukee? I would like an Electrical Engineer job with them. Please advise.

HR person in Hicksville, New York said: Ajilion, Manpower, Neilsen Assoc, all are pretenders..... pretending to help you and do not.
They never call YOU. They got your resume to meet their quoter for their reward. ALL agencies should be fired!! and those recruiters of theirs are FAKES. and if you get irritated with them , they ignore you completley, and that is not right.
I was honest with them at Ajilion about one of thier recruiters and now I think I am on the bad list because they never call.

Yes ma'am you have been labeled. Sorry

Jennifer in Cranberry Twp, Pennsylvania said: So what do you think a recruiter does all day??? I mean really what would the benefit be to post jobs to receive 300 unqulified resumes for most likely falsified information??? What would be the benfit of spending day after day speaking to the same unhireable person? You're unemployed for a reason - poor attitude and unmarketable. The employment agency's goal is to fill the job with the best canidate. You're not getting called back because you're NOT that candidate.

They sure wouldn't help me find work. I kept calling in week after week and they always told me they didn't have anything. Then every Sunday they posted ads in The Cleveland Plain Dealer for my type of work. (I have job experience and I am qualified for the work).

So whatever they do all day I have no idea. All I know is they would never test me or talk to me about working somewhere.

The last time I called in I talked to the manager because the girl that represented me quit. The manager said a new rep would handle my resume. That was the last time I called in and no one since then has ever called me.

I don't know what goes on there every waking minute because I am out pounding the pavement looking for a job. So you tell me what they do all day.

manpower fan in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania said: Diane, it should be"your grammar and spelling are so bad" obviously, you have the same issues. None of us are perfect in grammar, lets not be so abusive to each other. Also, I am a recruiter, we cannot hire everyone. We get paid for bringing employers the best of the best. You may be good, but not good enough for our needs.

Every company wants the best; it's natural, and that's business.

So what steps can we take to be the best? I don't know about anyone else, but I job search on my own. You know, take the initiative and call these companies, I created a database of names and contacts, send emails, etc. Doesn't this make you look better than to let any employment agency do the work for you? I know I feel better when I contact companies instead of some employment agency.

I know it is rough trying to surpass all the nepotism when you job hunt as a stranger but hey that's the way it is. I'm living it too.

Every company wants the best; it's natural, and that's business.

So says Jake EE in Elyria, Ohio. I say that's BS with captial letters. Simply put you're wrong. Sure top companies that everyone wants to work for sure. But remember no one is reporting on the bottom companies to work for. You know the ones with 50% turnover. The lowest pay. They are real and they really don't care about you or even the customer in most of them.

Why do you think the media is after WalMart the largest most profitable company in the world who's workers make on average $7.50 an hour and can't afford any of the companies benefits.

Oh, while I'm at it. Did you know WalMart just reported it's shrinkage in the last year and it was $3,000,000,000.00. Yep, that's billions and it's mostly from employee theft. Here's a nugget of truth. Companies that pay on the lower side of the scale have higher shrinkage.

Many of the comments I've read above I believe to be true. A posting goes up, you apply, no response. Frustrating? Yes. Irritating? Yes. Staffing agencies care? Heck no!
What's funny is that staffing agencies aren't around to help YOU find a job, they're around to help the CLIENT find a candidate since it's the CLIENT who is paying the staffing agency. It's so unfortunate that agencies have to work like this when there are many intelligent people who, for some unknown reason, can't seem to land a job. There have been many postings in which I applied thinking that it was a perfect fit, then being told that I'm not qualified. What's up with that? How much more qualified does a person need to be if every single skill in the job description is indicated on one's resume? Call me a frustrated jobseeker? Of course, when someone is trying to make ends meet and they're getting calls for jobs that pay near minimum wage is insulting. Next time you see a recruiter ask them how much the company is getting paid by the client. You'll ask yourself, "What the f***?"

I considered becoming a recruiter, but thought otherwise. If I had the opportunity to change this kind of mindset about recruiters I would.

I find it utterly disrespectful to jobseekers when:
1. Recruiters contact jobseekers just to get an "idea" as to what they're looking for and never contacting them again.
2. Recruiters contact them re: a position that has nothing to do with what they're looking for. Or, if a jobseeker is looking into a career change, but the only thing the recruiter looks at is what he's been doing the past 10 years.
3. Recruiters don't notify a candidate that the position they applied for has been filled. Or even calling to let candidates know that they received their application for a position. How inconsiderate.
4. Recruiters leave vmails saying that they have an opportunity, but it's only to have you call them back so that they can put you in their database.

Funny thing about recruiting agency employees: if they are privy to such good jobs, why are they working for a staffing agency? What incentive do they have to help out a job seeker? None. My advice is to do the work on your own, because at least you can keep records of your contacts and other details that a 3rd party would probably not be inclined to do.

Manpower is a big scam I live on NC I looking for bilingual jobs all the time I have good exp. and 2 degrees, I never have one call for them, when I found what person hire to the position I did aply, the pick up the low one general Mexicans not education, skill or experience and they can't speak any english, the job markert around here is crazy !!!!!!!

Jennifer in Cranberry Twp, Pennsylvania said: So what do you think a recruiter does all day??? I mean really what would the benefit be to post jobs to receive 300 unqulified resumes for most likely falsified information??? What would be the benfit of spending day after day speaking to the same unhireable person? You're unemployed for a reason - poor attitude and unmarketable. The employment agency's goal is to fill the job with the best canidate. You're not getting called back because you're NOT that candidate.

Are you sure you're not the one with an attitude? Sounds like you have chip on your shoulder. I happen to aggree. All recruiters are a waste of time! I signed with a recruiter one time. About 2 weeks later I saw a posting from the same agency that I was very qualified for. I called her and she said " oh thats not a real job". People need jobs not bull.