The G.O.A.T.
Just like Michael Jordan did on the court, you redefine the recruitment game with every placement.
You possess an unparalleled drive — and a knack for making the seemingly impossible happen. When the pressure is on, you don't just perform; you dominate. Not only that: you consistently put the team on your back, leading you to victory after victory in the talent acquisition landscape. Your legendary status is earned through dedication, skill, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. While everyone else is playing the game, you're setting the standard.
Your theme song: Sirius by The Alan Parsons Project
How people would describe you: Unrivaled talent, decisive closer, results-driven
Your recruitment superpower: Offer negotiation and acceptance
The yin to your recruiting yang: The Team Player
The Smilemaker
Many wonder what made Mona Lisa smile. If we had to guess, we’d say it had something to do with your ability to make people feel like they’re the only one in the room.
You have a gift for building rapport and fostering genuine relationships — and, as a result, you possess a unique ability to connect with both candidates and hiring managers. Your communication is an art form, and you navigate complex conversations with grace and understanding. Your human touch transforms the often-stressful process of hiring into a more positive and enjoyable experience — for everyone involved.
Your theme song: Smile Like You Mean It by The Killers
How people would describe you: Empathetic communicator, rapport builder, relationship focused
Your recruitment superpower: Candidate engagement and experience
The yin to your recruiting yang: The Fighter
The Fighter
Like Muhammad Ali, you possess an unwavering spirit that refuses to be knocked down.
You‘re a resilient and tenacious force in the recruiting ring. In the face of common recruiting challenges — the candidates who ghost, the rejected offers, the unopened emails, the constantly shifting priorities, you name it — you get back up every single time, ready for the next round. You understand that setbacks are part of the game, but they only fuel your resolve to succeed. And as a result, you jab, weave, and deliver knockout placements with the heart of a true champion.
Your theme song: Eye of the Tiger by Survivor
How people would describe you: Resilient pursuer, obstacle overcomer, tenacious sourcer
Your recruitment superpower: Sourcing hard-to-find or passive candidates
The yin to your recruiting yang: The Smilemaker
Which of the 6 archetypes are you?
As a recruiter, you're not just filling jobs — you're launching careers that will change lives and shape our future. Take this quiz to find out which of the six Shape the Future recruiter archetypes fits you best.
The Dreamer
Like Martin Luther King Jr. and the other great visionaries throughout history, you see beyond present challenges and envision a brighter future for both candidates and clients.
You know that the future belongs to the ones who are brave & bold enough to dream — and to the ones who are able to connect those dreams to opportunities. You’re driven by a deep understanding of people's potential and are passionate about connecting candidates with opportunities that truly align with their aspirations. But you don’t just dream, you do: your idealism is matched by your action, making you a force for positive change in the world of modern recruitment.
Your theme song: Dreams by Fleetwood Mac
How people would describe you: Visionary connector, potential identifier, aspirational linker
Your recruitment superpower: Understanding candidate motivations and career goals
The yin to your recruiting yang: The Pioneer
The Team Player
Like the Beatles, you understand the power of collaborating to create something greater than the sum of its parts — because without each one, there would be no Fab Four.
You’re the backbone, the middleman, and the saving grace of the recruiting process. As the crucial link between clients and candidates, you facilitate smooth communication and ensure everyone is on the same page. You’re a master of understanding different perspectives and navigating the needs of all stakeholders — and your ability to work seamlessly with others is essential to achieving collective success. The best results are achieved when everyone plays their part and works together in beautiful, melodious harmony — and you’ve got a collection of chart-toppers on your hands.
Your theme song: I Want to Hold Your Hand by (you guessed it) The Beatles
How people would describe you: Collaborative partner, communicative bridge, harmonizing facilitator
Your recruitment superpower: Client relationship management and stakeholder alignment
The yin to your recruiting yang: The GOAT
The Pioneer
Like Neil Armstrong taking that iconic first step on the moon, you’re unafraid to venture into uncharted territory and embrace change.
You’re a bold leader on the cutting edge of talent intelligence. An early adopter of new technologies, you’re always seeking innovative ways to streamline processes, engage candidates, and leverage new technology. You don’t fear AI; it fears you. You hear the phrase “The sky is the limit,” and say “Challenge accepted.” You’ve never been content with the status quo — instead, you’re constantly pushing boundaries and discovering new frontiers in the world of recruiting. Your willingness to experiment and adapt makes you a vital force in shaping the future — of recruitment, and the world.
Your theme song: Space Oddity by David Bowie
How people would describe you: Innovative adopter, tech savvy, forward-thinking
Your recruitment superpower: Leveraging new technologies and data analytics
The yin to your recruiting yang: The Dreamer
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