Smith James Group, Inc.-Candidate Testimonials



Candidates Who Did Not Get the Assignment "My experience with Smith James Group has been through that of a potential employee. From my earliest stages of interaction with Smith James Group I was impressed with the defined process and systematic approach used to screen prospects. Enlisting both written and oral formats, SJG equipped itself to present to its clients a more complete picture of as me as an individual; not just the resume of a business professional. Additionally I found the process enabled me to be better prepared for my “one on one” discussions with the potential employer. If a future opportunity presents itself, I would welcome the opportunity to work with Michael Smith and the members of the Smith James Group in the future; their professionalism is a standard for the industry." - Senior Level Sales Executive "I am glad to offer some observations about my contact with Smith James Group largely because they are all good. And I did not even get the job! Candidates more often than not do not get an offer regardless of their suitability for the position. The spot I was up for was of great interest, but I have to say that, initially, I was shocked by the level of input required as a candidate. What?! The more I thought about it, however, the more I realized this was as much for me as a candidate as it was for the potential employer. I felt that Smith James really took the time to make certain the position was a great fit for both sides and not just the employer. When a person is considering a position that includes the relocation of their family and the sale of their house, this is the kind of due diligence that is invaluable. I wish all recruiters approached the process this way." - Supply ChainExecutive "The process employed by Smith James Group was second to none. It was rigorous, challenging and worth every minute invested. Although I did not win this particular job, I came away with an improved set of skills from the essay questions and recorded interview session. The process assisted me to better organize my thoughts and enhanced my recall of my experiences to answer live questions, which in turn, helped me win my next opportunity. I highly recommend the Smith James team!" - Brand Marketing Manager "Smith James Group conducted one of the most thorough screening and interviewing processes that I have encountered in my professional career. They were not only interested in making sure that I was a fit for the hiring company, but also that the company was appropriate in my career path. I truly felt as though they were interested in me personally as well as professionally so as to ensure a natural fit within the potential hiring company. The fact that any career move is a family decision is not lost with them. They took special care in keeping my spouse involved and engaged throughout the process. I would highly recommend Smith James Group as an executive search firm for any organization looking for an efficient and cost effective outlet for obtaining high performance employees. Further, if you are a job seeker who is working with Smith James Group, rest assured that you will have everything you need to make that critical decision about your next career move." - Marketing Executive, Durable Goods Manufacturer

Candidates Who Did Not Get the Assignment

Guy writing "My experience with Smith James Group has been through that of a potential employee.

From my earliest stages of interaction with Smith James Group I was impressed with the defined process and systematic approach used to screen prospects. Enlisting both written and oral formats, SJG equipped itself to present to its clients a more complete picture of as me as an individual; not just the resume of a business professional.

Additionally I found the process enabled me to be better prepared for my “one on one” discussions with the potential employer. If a future opportunity presents itself, I would welcome the opportunity to work with Michael Smith and the members of the Smith James Group in the future; their professionalism is a standard for the industry."

- Senior Level Sales Executive

"I am glad to offer some observations about my contact with Smith James Group largely because they are all good. And I did not even get the job! Candidates more often than not do not get an offer regardless of their suitability for the position. The spot I was up for was of great interest, but I have to say that, initially, I was shocked by the level of input required as a candidate. What?! The more I thought about it, however, the more I realized this was as much for me as a candidate as it was for the potential employer. I felt that Smith James really took the time to make certain the position was a great fit for both sides and not just the employer. When a person is considering a position that includes the relocation of their family and the sale of their house, this is the kind of due diligence that is invaluable. I wish all recruiters approached the process this way."

- Supply ChainExecutive

"The process employed by Smith James Group was second to none. It was rigorous, challenging and worth every minute invested. Although I did not win this particular job, I came away with an improved set of skills from the essay questions and recorded interview session. The process assisted me to better organize my thoughts and enhanced my recall of my experiences to answer live questions, which in turn, helped me win my next opportunity. I highly recommend the Smith James team!"

- Brand Marketing Manager

"Smith James Group conducted one of the most thorough screening and interviewing processes that I have encountered in my professional career. They were not only interested in making sure that I was a fit for the hiring company, but also that the company was appropriate in my career path. I truly felt as though they were interested in me personally as well as professionally so as to ensure a natural fit within the potential hiring company. The fact that any career move is a family decision is not lost with them. They took special care in keeping my spouse involved and engaged throughout the process. I would highly recommend Smith James Group as an executive search firm for any organization looking for an efficient and cost effective outlet for obtaining high performance employees. Further, if you are a job seeker who is working with Smith James Group, rest assured that you will have everything you need to make that critical decision about your next career move."

- Marketing Executive, Durable Goods Manufacturer