Client Referrals

Listed below is a sample of the emails and standard letters we get everyday from our clients and candidates. Our goal is to make every placement a win-win for both the client and the candidate. Even if the relationship does not generate a placement our commitment is to make the contact an enjoyable experience for everyone. As Brian Wright, Executive Leadership Solutions Managing Partner says;  "My Dad taught me that a deal is never a good deal unless all parties are bettered by it once they leave the table."

Brian:

FYI, I just gave you a glowing reference when I spoke with Anita. I told her your strengths were truly providing only qualified applicants as to not have a data dump of resumes to go through. I also told her you were very good at articulating to both the client and the candidate the true expectations of the role and were able to shift gears mid stream if the client realized the needed/wanted something different during the search. Just thought I’d pass that on.

Best,

Nancy-Sr. V.P. Human Resources

Managing Partner-ELS:

I contacted Roger Ward via the internet when I was looking for a change in jobs. I can't say enough good things about the way that Roger represented my interests, I felt like I had my own personal VIP agent representing me in the job search. Roger was available twenty four hours a day, seven days a week and made me feel like I was the most important client he had. In over twenty five years in retail management I have never utilized a recruiter to find a new job, what a mistake!! He found my dream job. Thanks Roger and Team ELS.

Norm F.

Fred:

It was a pleasure! You did well! I like the professional attitude you show at all times as well as your "touch of class"!!

Best,
Al Client

Joe,

I am writing you with mixed emotions. I have been offered, and have accepted, an outstanding position managing brokers throughout 12 states in the mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Joe, you have worked your rear-end off representing me. I have dealt with a lot of recruiters during my career search. I am not an butt kisser, and you know that. But, I want you to know that you have been the most professional and talented recruiter that I have worked with! In fact the others aren't even in your same league! Joe, you represented me like you were my personal agent. And although you didn't make any commission on me, I want you to know that (an addition to the best steak dinner that I will buy you at the next convention or show) I am confident that I will be working with you in the near future, assisting me in hiring at my new company. Joe, again my personal thanks and respect to you, for all that you have done and for the professional that you are.

Russ S.

Dear Brian:

I just completed an interview process that Pete arranged. It was an extensive three interview series that resulted in an offer being extended and my acceptance this afternoon. I wanted to make sure to contact "Team-ElS" and say how impressed I was in working with Pete. He is a consummate professional and worked diligently with me through every step. I am excited beyond words to land this opportunity and have Pete to thank for his expertise and his caring. He is truly someone I will stay in contact with in the future.

Sincerely,
Dave / Pennsylvania

John, good morning:

As you know, I have been aggressively interviewing these past few weeks. Yesterday, I accepted an offer from a dot com company within the Hospitality/Travel industry, as SVP, Sales/Mktg, Business Development. It is a significant opportunity for me and in an industry where I have 20 plus years related experience. It's too bad that the timing for the interview at your client was delayed - certainly sounded like a great opportunity as well . I greatly appreciate the chance to have gotten to know you a bit - you are truly a unique individual within an industry where few can match your integrity and honesty. I hope that our paths cross at some time in the future. Thank you for your time, energy and insight.

Best Regards,
Satisfied Candidate

Joe,

I just wanted to take a couple of minutes to thank you for all of your kindness and diligence in getting our positions filled. I think you are an asset to your team at ELS as well as CLIENT Company. I hope you have a very fine weekend!! Ok, Ok!! Enough mushy stuff! You're great but, you are sounding a little worn. Get some rest. You have worked very hard and deserve it.

Chris H.
HR Manager
CLIENT

Mr Wright:

Any company seeking to utilize the services of a recruiter should be concerned about how that recruiter handles the candidates for that position.  After all, the recruiter is only as good as the clients he can present.

From July 2004 to March 2005, I was unemployed. During this time I had the opportunity to interface with countless recruiters from large firms to small firms. Of these, Bill Karlen was the most diligent, personable, understanding, and helpful that I encountered.  Before both interviews he coached me on technique, proper dress, etiquette, and also present printed material to assist in preparation.

In addition, he was thorough in his research of my background. Bill also was available, professional, and approachable during the entire process.  I am sure that I interfered with his other clients during our pursuit of the position.  Yet he never allowed me to see or perceive that.  He always presented the image that I was the only client he was working with.

In short, Bill Karlen excels in his ability to find and mentor candidates through the entire process from initial contact to presentation of an offer.

Best Regards
Grant V. H.

Fred:

I really want to thank you for all the time and effort you are investing in me in order to secure the position with CLIENT. I especially want to thank you for the information you forwarded me to prepare for yesterday's interview. I just mailed out my thank you letters to respected members of interview panel. I am forwarding you a copy of the letters I sent out. I look forward to meeting you sometime in the future. Fred, I want to specifically thank you for the way you handled my candidacy and setting this interview. You have set a new standard of excellence for your profession in my mind!

Sincerely

Jeff J.

Brian, 

I really appreciate the time you've spent with me from our initial conversation on December 11, all the way through this morning. I enjoyed talking with Mr. D . and Mr. W . yesterday in  CITY. The two gentlemen asked good and sometimes tough questions, but that's what keeps  CLIENT successful.  The time you spent in preparation of me for this interview, I really believe paid off. It helped to relieve some of the interview jitters I had!  Your professionalism throughout the process thus far shows that you live by your company motto to serve both the client and the candidate. Again, thanks for setting me up with the opportunity! I look forward to hearing from you soon. Have a safe holiday weekend and I hope you and your family have a great new year!

Sincerely,
Mark D .

Dear Joe,

It is not always fun searching for a job or new career-but you made my job search both fun and interesting. I couldn't be happier with this career move to CLIENT Company. Joe, you gave me advice and encouragement when I really needed it. Without you this move would not have been possible. I truly hope that one day that I can return your kindness in some manner.

Keep the faith my Friend.

Most humbly yours,
James L. F.

Hi Brian:

I wanted to take a moment to say thank you for contacting me today.  I searched the Internet, and I found your website.  Very impressive.  I am so happy that we have the opportunity to work together.   I have worked with other executive search firms and none of the others has shown the level of professionalism that your firm has shown.  Jeff Hokamp is a great person, and I am really looking forward to interviewing for the position(s) he currently has available. 

Sincerely,
Lynda S.