Headhunters Revealed! Career Secrets for Choosing and Using Professional Recruiters

By Darrell W. Gurney

WANT TO BE A HEAD ABOVE THE REST? THIS BOOK SHOWS YOU HOW! Headhunters Revealed! Career Secrets for Choosing and Using Professional Recruiters, by Darrell W. Gurney, Certified Personnel Consultant and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0967422906
• ISBN13: 9780967422909
• Release Date: October 2000
• Publisher: Hunter Arts Publishing
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Drop kick me, D.G., through the goalposts of a great search!

Darrell Gurney is an amusing writer, who judiciously utilizes humor at a time when many of us need it the most: "Ugh! How am I ever going to find a job in this economy?" Well, if you "walk the talk" this book serves up, you're halfway there. As a child I was told, half in jest, that the mark of an intelligent person was his or her ability to follow directions. The first step is: BUY THIS BOOK. The second is stick to the program -- this guy definitely knows what he's talking about. Remember, you can lead a horse to water, but the hard part is getting the bathing suit on. Darrell helps you through the hard part --- what more can you ask for? p.s. I look forward to another book by Darrell Gurney. I have no doubt that when you hit the playing field with Darrell as your coach, you'll score touchdowns you never imagined.

Wish I had this info years ago!

As a professional resume writer, I recommend "Headhunters Revealed" often to my clients who are seeking new opportunities. Darrell explains how to find a good recruiter, nurture the relationship, and get the competive edge in your job search. Well written and packed with great information!!Susan Geary, CRW1st Rate Resumes

A job-seeker lifeline

In a turbulent economy with continuing waves of unemployment, Darrell Guerney's book is a lifeline for new job-seekers and those in career transition alike. Headhunters Revealed offers concise, practical advice on how to search and assess professional recruiting firms. The checklists at the end of the chapters provide organizational incentives for those starting struggling with the job search process. Guerney writes with a bright, accessible style, but always with an underlying empathy, honesty and concern for both the headhunter and the client, stressing the value of the individual and the value of the work. The quotes,from Desiderata to Drucker add perspective and humor. An excellent resource. I recommend it to my own clients.

Excellent Resource for Job Hunters

In "Headhunters Revealed!" Darrell Gurney demystifies the role of the professional recruiter. His book is comprehensive and easy-to-read (as well as humorous). He explains the advantages of using a recruiter, distinguishes among the different types of recruiters, advises on how to select a recruiter, and provides tips on how to work effectively with a recruiter. Most people are unfamiliar with the role of professional recruiters and often receive misleading information about them, as I have at seminars on career change. Mr Gurney is a straight-shooter who provides straight-talk about what professional recruiters can offer. If you are even remotely considering using a recruiter in your job hunt, this book is a must.

Headhunters Revealed

I have been reading a lot of books lately on modern recruiting and on recruiters. This book is really unique. It is witty and clever, but don't be deceived--the content is substantial and cutting edge, not merely glib. For instance, of all the books I've read lately, this is the best on doing an "internet resume." The material on using and schmoozing recruiters is excellent. If, like me, you are interested in exploring being a recruiter, it is a superb guidebook--explaining the business and its idiosyncracies and the elements of success thoroughly but succinctly. I would recommend this book to be on the priority "A" list for anyone interested in moving along the career path either now or in the foreseeable future, and for anyone interested in a career as a recruiter. It's great.