About Susan Graham

Gosh, I love what I do! Having spent the past 12 years in the Technical Recruiting industry, I started my own business in 2006 with one purpose in mind: To be the best at matching exceptional IT talent with outstanding organizations.

My Network Works

Sure, I bring a wealth of experience to the task, having worked as a Technical Recruiter in a wide variety of settings, as well as having a strong sales and customer service background. But I bring something even more important with me: my loyal network and two exceptional recruiters who live by my philosophy.

I Don’t Do Interviews

Yes, networking is the key, but I go beyond the usual handshake and exchange of business cards to truly connect and build relationships with prospective employees and clients. As a Technical Recruiter I meet a lot of people but I prefer to think of our meetings as friendly two-way conversations, and most of them take place over casual cups of coffee or lunch. Such a personal, non-threatening setting helps my candidates feel at ease and allows me to truly get to know them on a professional as well as a personal level. I tell them they are interviewing me as much as I am interviewing them. It has to be a two-way fit, and most of the time, it is.

I Build It Before I Need It

But relationship-building doesn’t only happen during these meetings. I constantly build and “nudge” my network. I diligently seek out candidates before I need them. I make sure my employees (prospective and actual) as well as my clients know how important they are to me at all times. I respond to email and phone messages immediately. I do my best to answer all questions and resolve any issues quickly and efficiently. I follow through on all challenges. I stay in touch. I’m a recruiter who doesn’t fall off the radar screen once I’ve placed a candidate or filled a position. I understand who provides my paycheck, and whose recommendations enable me to have a wealth of clients and prospective candidates. It’s hard work but I get it done, and that’s where I’ve seen my competitors fall short.

Let’s Have Fun

And above all, I’ve been told time and again I make the whole process fun! I laugh easily. I know how to put people at ease, to make them laugh, and to make them feel good about themselves. I like to believe I’m sincere and loyal, and I know what it takes to make job candidates, employees, and clients understand that they are the most important part of my professional life. You are not just another resume to me. You are not just another potential paycheck. You are the reason for my success, and I promise I will do all I can to be the reason for yours.

I’m not looking to be an enormous staffing company. I do promise you that I’ll strive to be the best. Read the testimonials on this site and consider what Susan Graham Consulting has to offer. I look forward to having coffee with you soon!