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  • Master Active Listening: Focus on understanding the underlying business problem a hiring manager is solving and a candidate's genuine career motivations, not just checking boxes.
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  • Be a Connector, Not a Gatekeeper: Build a genuine, long-term network by offering value (feedback, insights) to every candidate, regardless of the immediate outcome.
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  • Embrace and Learn From the "No": View every rejection as a data point; resilience and the ability to refine your process based on failure are crucial for long-term success.
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Started 09/2025 to Present

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What do you like about your job and the company?

Synergy Talent Solutions is dedicated to a relationship-first approach, prioritizing long-term partnerships with both clients and candidates. We specialize in finding "cultural adds," not just "cultural fits," and boast a swift, transparent, and data-driven hiring process.

Greatest achievements

  • Cut Time-to-Hire (TTH) by 39% for the crucial FinTech division (from 95 days to 58 days) through process innovation and standardization.
  • Spearheaded the integration of a pre-screening AI tool and standardized technical assessments, fixing a major candidate experience bottleneck.
  • Personally closed 42 high-value, specialized roles (Technology & FinTech) within her first year, significantly contributing to company revenue.
  • Sourced and secured the highly sought-after VP of AI Strategy in just 45 days, beating out competitor firms.
  • Received the internal "Talent Innovator of the Year" award for her direct impact on process efficiency and securing top-tier leadership talent.
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When applying for a position, take the time to consider what you value in a career and employer. Does the company you're applying to share those values? Are their employees happy and feel appreciated for the work they do? Loyalty and value are a two-way street; invest in an employer that will invest in you!

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