How to respond to recuiters?

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Corresponding With Recuiters

These are all examples, templates I've found useful and found online accidently when I would find myself searching for good response emails.

• If a recuiter messages you first, respond back to them this way.

Hi [Name],

Thank you for reaching out. I don’t believe that we’ve been in
touch before, so it’s great to connect.

I would love to setup a time to chat with you, today or in the
very near future. What is your email, so I can send you my 
current resume so you can learn more about me, my skills and
talents. 

I look forward to speaking with you.

Thanks,

(Your Name)

(contact email info)
(contact cell # info)

Thing to remember when writing emails

1. Know your objective/topic/discussion
2. Keep it Super Simple (KISS)
3. Do not get emotional in your messages
4. Do not message thumbs up, or lol emojis

There are also many reasons why you want to keep it simple. In Simple terms, just write them this way. If in the event you need to access or review, or even share those emails; you wont be stuck with sharing emails of unprofessional to whomever you need too.

• Another way to respond to a recuiter.

Hi [Name],

Thank you for reaching out. I don’t believe that we’ve been in touch before, so it’s great to connect.

I’ve set-up an appointment to chat with you during the second half of next week. Also, I’ve attached a copy of my latest resume so that you can learn more about me.

I look forward to speaking with you.

Thanks,

(Your Name)

(contact info)

You get the gist. Ill be updating this as time goes on. Hope this helps you in some way.

J

References:
UpJourney
Marketing Yourself
The Road Less Travelled