LinkedIn vs. Magnet.me: Why Recruiters should add Magnet.me to their toolkit

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Luc van Wanroij

Team Lead New Business

Dear recruiters, we get why you're glued to LinkedIn. After all, it's the go-to place for professional networking. There’s no denying it: This platform is so ingrained in our corporate lives that it's almost second nature to turn to it when we think of job hunting and recruitment. So, you might be thinking: "Why should I even bother with another platform?" Well, as a recruiter on LinkedIn, you’re probably all too familiar with the feeling of getting lost in a huge sea of posts, opportunities, and potential candidates. And the last thing you want is to waste time finding the perfect match, right? So without further ado, explore the 7 solid reasons why Magnet.me needs a spot in your recruitment strategy:

The comfort of LinkedIn

First, let’s acknowledge the elephant in the room. We’re not going to pretend that the blue platform isn’t a great place for recruiters. It’s the go-to for most of you for a reason:

• Massive reach: It's huge, with millions of users globally - giving you and fellow recruiters a serious case of FOMO if you're not on board.

• Diverse demographics: It caters to all age groups and industries.

• Professional networking: It’s not just for job searching; it’s also a hub for networking, learning, and professional development.

Alright, enough flattery, because let's be real: Size isn’t everything. Recruitment is all about finding the perfect match – instead of collecting a sea of “moderate” ones. Curious why 5,000+ companies use Magnet.me to hire top talent? Read on.

7 solid reasons to use Magnet.me

It’s a lucky number for a reason! Let’s dive into why you as a recruiter should definitely use Magnet.me to find the best fit for the job:

Reason #1: Young talent at your fingertips (literally)

If you're looking for fresh talent with potential and modern skills, Magnet.me will be your goldmine. That’s because our platform focuses on a specific target audience: hbo and wo-level graduates and young professionals (18–32 years old) looking for an internship, traineeship, first or next job. Magnet.me is the number 1 career platform for this group, with over 300,000 jobseekers. So you can basically view the network as your backstage pass to all the faces who are eager to level up their careers!

Reason #2: Active jobseekers

The crowd on LinkedIn is very diverse and uses the platform for a lot of different reasons. You might be shooting dozens of messages to professionals who are already happy right where they are and just use the app to connect with old colleagues or indulge in their daily doom scroll. On Magnet.me, you’ll be assured that everyone is actively looking for job opportunities. That’s the sole reason to log into the platform!

Reason #3: Higher conversion rates

Using Magnet.me means saying goodbye to cold outreach blues. Our advanced AI algorithm ensures that only jobseekers relevant to your specific job positions will see your vacancy. Also, you’re engaging with candidates who have already expressed interest in your company (through likes and connections). We did the math for you: This means 10x better results!

Reason #4: User-friendly interface

How do you know these candidates are already interested in you, you might ask? Magnet.me is designed to be simple, intuitive and drives proactiveness from both sides. It's often described as the " Tinder for jobs" because both you and the jobseeker swipe right when you see something you like! This clicks particularly well with the younger crowd who prefer quick and seamless interactions.

Reason #5: Localized reach

Ever got a job application from someone halfway across the world when you needed a local candidate? On Magnet.me, you’re tapping into a network that’s based in the Netherlands. No more sifting through applications from irrelevant locations. Saves you a bunch of time and frustration!

Reason #6: Company-centric networking

On LinkedIn, your network of candidates is tied to the individual recruiters of your team. This means that if, for example, your top recruiter decides to leave, they’ll also take their network with them! Instead, Magnet.me’s network is company-bound, which provides continuity and ease of transition when staff changes happen. Your company’s talent pool remains intact and accessible to all (new and old) recruiters.

Reason #7: Personalized support

LinkedIn is a huge platform that can easily make you feel like just another face in the crowd. Our team knows all too well how demotivating that can be. That’s why Magnet.me offers personalized support to help you navigate the platform and optimize the search for the best candidate.

Bridge the gap!

So, why not leverage the strengths of both platforms? Use LinkedIn’s extensive reach and diverse demographics for professional networking and brand visibility. Meanwhile, turn to Magnet.me to enhance your long-term recruitment strategy - by building a network of young and eager talent, and strengthening your employer brand.

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Luc van Wanroij

As Team Lead New Business, Luc has over four years of experience facing challenges in the jobseeker market. He has worked with all kinds of clients, from startups with their first hiring needs to multinationals with hundreds of job openings at the same time. In his spare time, he writes columns for a podcast. This combination makes him the ideal specialist to write about the fields of job marketing, employer branding, and direct hiring.