Recruiter’s Confession: Insiders' Secrets for Job Seekers
💡 Looking to land your next role in tech? Or just want to better understand how recruiters think?
Join us for a candid and insightful evening designed to help you navigate the job hunt like a pro.
✨ About the Event
This session is all about bridging the gap between job seekers and recruiters. We’re bringing together 3 experienced HR professionals and recruiters to share their insider perspectives on what works—and what doesn’t—when applying for jobs or interacting with hiring teams.
“Recruiter’s Confession” event will shine a light on everything from green and red flags in candidates to surprising mistakes that can hurt your chances. Think of it as a behind-the-scenes look at the hiring process, with tips and tricks to help you stand out for the right reasons.
✨ Topics We’ll Cover:
✅ Recruiter Pain Points: The most common mistakes candidates make with resumes and applications.
✅Social Media Smarts: How platforms like LinkedIn influence hiring decisions—and what to avoid posting.
✅ Recovering from Mistakes: Memorable examples of candidates bouncing back during the hiring process.
✅ Career Breaks: How recruiters evaluate CV gaps.
✅ Salary Expectations: The best ways to handle tricky questions about salary ranges.
📅 Agenda:
5:30 - 6:00 - Network
6:00 - 6:15 - Introduction. Opening remarks from the organizers
6:15 - 7:30 - Fireside Chat with the Invited Speakers
7:30 - 8:00 - Questions / Answers
8:00 - 8:30 - Network
🎙️Speakers:
Julia Sterner-Holden, Head of Talent Acquisition, Human Agency
Nicolette Jackson, Head of Talent, Consulting
Jake Teskey, People Strategy Manager, Capital Factory
🎙️Moderator: Olya Sukhopar, Performance Marketing, Expedia Group and W.tech Partner Austin.
Hosted by the dynamic Wtech team, this event is not your average meet-up. It's an exclusive opportunity to connect with leading women in the tech world. Picture this: insightful panel discussions, inspiring success stories, and the chance to make invaluable tech connections.
💚 About Wtech: Wtech isn't just a community; it's a global network. With over 5,000 members spanning 35 countries and 46 chapters, we are your tribe in the tech world. We believe in connecting, uplifting, and empowering, and we can't wait to welcome you into our community.
Thank you to ⚙️ Capital Factory for sponsoring W.Tech in Austin. Capital Factory is the center of gravity for entrepreneurs in Texas. They meet the best entrepreneurs in Texas and introduce them to their first investors, employees, mentors, and customers. To sign up for a Capital Factory membership, click here.