Resume Bulletin Boards = OVEREXPOSURE!

The jury was out on the impact of Bulletin Boards such as Monster, Headhunter and Resume Blaster. However, recently F1000 level companies have declared ANY candidates currently marketing themselves using this method of resume distribution as ‘untouchable’, ‘overexposed’, ‘risk hires’, even going as far as amending their contracts to indicate a search fee IS NOT earned if a candidate is found listed on such a bbs.

Rightly, wrongly or otherwise, the marketplace has spoken. If you’re currently broadcasting your resume on such a service, BE CAREFUL! Companies have been deluged w/TMI to the point that it’s clouded their judgement. BBS’s have devalued EVERY individual candidate’s career leverage to the point where companies look at you like you’re desperate or mercenary—neither of which recommends you for hire in their organization.

Oh, and in case you hadn’t noticed—THE PARADIGM HAS SHIFTED!
Companies are now back in control of the staffing marketplace and are they ever making the most of the turn of events.

If you are considering a career change, it’s back to brick and mortar. It’s still smart to review Internet postings to find opportunities, just don’t post your resume for mass distribution or public view. Simply attach your resume individually per submission, thereby staying off the ‘overexposed’ list. You’ll also be of much higher value to Recruiters everywhere! Good Luck.