Today Connie Dorigan just released the third monthly newsletter since she tapped me to help edit them. This one is on your "Career Secret Weapon, When, Why and How to Use a Recruiter". It's the third in a three-part series addressing various aspects on how to best work with a recruiter.
Connie is a perfect example of my ideal client. She
Knows what she wants, with a laser-sharp focus on what she wants to accomplish (and it's not just "get this issue out"; it includes a long term view, too).
Is open to conversations to reconsider if what she's asking for will meet those goals and adjust accordingly. Our conversations as as much or more about fine-tuning strategy than about writing.
Gives feedback quickly, which makes it much easier for me to finish quickly as it's all still fresh in my mind.
Embraces simple, clear language.
Is willing to break a complex bit of information into multiple topics as a series that are much more skimmable. That lets each piece shine more on its own, and gives her the ability to stretch one good idea viable across several issues,
She's a decent writer herself, and while neither of us are perfectionists, the end product is definitely and consistently better than if either of us just wrote it without working together.
Is a great brainstorming partner. We're both open to honestly letting each other know what's not working without any hurt feelings. As a result, together we can tackle more meaty, controversial original topics as we're willing to trust each other as we initially bumble our way through several false starts to uncover, then polish what's initially a diamond in the rough.
Gives me an opportunity to learn more about her, her business and what she does, which improves our working relationship, my knowledge and the level my editing can contribute to her goals. Connie has unquestionably helped me in my career exploration with her terrific tips and insights. It brought her immediately to mind when someone I knew was hiring to send them to her with absolute confidence she would do a terrific job.
Shares her delightful sense of humor and positive, upbeat attitude; our work together puts a smile on my face and it sounds like it does for her too.
Is prompt with expressing appreciation, verbal and written and acknowledgement, including a LinkedIn recommendation.
Thanks, Connie, for being who you are and for our working relationship!
If anyone you know is looking for hidden tech talent, check out Connie's website, drop her a line or give her a call!
