A more transparent way to work with a recruiter
Because silence isn’t a strategy.
Searching for your next role shouldn’t feel unclear, transactional, or one-sided. Too often, candidates are left guessing where they stand, whether momentum still exists, or if their time is being respected.
At CompassPoint Consulting, communication is non-negotiable.
Even when there’s no movement, you’ll stay informed, grounded, and in control of the process.
This page outlines what you can expect from working with us — and what we’ll ask from you — so decisions are made with clarity, not hesitation.
Working with a recruiter shouldn’t feel confusing, opaque, or transactional.
At CompassPoint, we partner with candidates who value clarity, honesty, and a thoughtful approach to career moves — not endless interviews or vague updates.
Here’s what you can expect when we work together — and what we’ll expect from you in return.
“ when we’re working together on a specific opportunity, we will call you every Friday — without fail — whether there’s an update or not.”
Here’s how this partnership works in practice
Radical honesty - always
Benefit: You avoid roles that won’t close, won’t pay, or won’t move you forward.
Respect for your time
Benefit: Fewer calls, fewer interviews, and only processes tied to real hiring intent
Full context before interviews
Benefit: You understand the role, the team, and leadership expectations before making decisions
Early, transparent compensation conversations
Benefit: No late-stage surprises or emotional whiplash
Interview preparation that actually matters
Benefit: You walk into interviews knowing what decision-makers care about
Direct feedback - even when it’s uncomfortable
Benefit: You leave every process clearer, sharper, and better positioned for what’s next
Proactive weekly communication
Benefit: You’re never guessing, chasing updates, or left wondering where things stand.
If this is how you expect to be communicated with during your next career move,
What makes this partnership work
To represent you confidently with hiring teams and secure offers you’ll be excited about, we need a few things from you.
Candor about your real priorities
Benefit: You’re only introduced to roles aligned with what actually matters to you — not assumptions.
Clear non-negotiables
Benefit: Faster alignment, fewer false starts, and cleaner offers.
Honest self-assessment
Benefit: You’re positioned credibly with hiring leaders, increasing trust and close rates.
Responsiveness during active processes
Benefit: Momentum stays on your side and opportunities don’t stall.
Commitment, once we move forward
Benefit: Stronger advocacy and better leverage at the offer stage.
Availability for a brief weekly check-in
Benefit: Small issues are addressed early — before they become deal-breakers
If this is how you expect to be communicated with during your next career move,
How the Process Works
Initial conversation & alignment
1
We start with a focused conversation to understand your goals, non-negotiables, and what a good next move actually looks like. If there isn’t a clear fit, we’ll tell you — early.
Opportunity evaluation & positioning
2
If an opportunity makes sense, we’ll walk you through the role, the team, and the decision criteria. We align on positioning before your profile is ever presented.
Interview preparation & coordination
3
You’ll know who you’re meeting, what they care about, and how success is measured. Interviews are scheduled with clarity — not guesswork.
Ongoing communication & feedback
4
While you’re in an active process, I will call you every Friday without fail — whether there’s an update or not — so you’re never left wondering where things stand.
If an offer is extended, we review it together — compensation, scope, trade-offs, and long-term fit — so you can decide confidently, not emotionally.