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January 2026 Recruiter Confidence and Strategy Survey
As a recruiter, your input is
critical
as we look for ways to improve our services and the relevance of the content we produce. Please take 5 to 10 minutes to answer this brief survey.
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1.
To receive the results of this survey, please provide your email address.
(Required.)
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2.
How would you describe your overall confidence heading into 2026?
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Very confident
Somewhat confident
Neutral / uncertain
Somewhat concerned
Very concerned
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3.
What is the single biggest change you’re making to your recruiting business in 2026?
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New niche or market focus
More aggressive business development
Greater focus on candidate ownership
Process / workflow changes
Technology or tools upgrade
No major changes planned
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4.
Which area will receive the most of your time and energy in 2026?
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Business development
Candidate sourcing
Client management
Delivery / closing
Team leadership / scaling
Systems and process improvement
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5.
How do you expect your revenue to change in 2026 compared to 2025?
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Increase significantly
Increase slightly
Stay about the same
Decrease slightly
Decrease significantly
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6.
Which statement best describes your approach to clients in 2026?
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Fewer clients, higher quality relationships
Same client mix as 2025
More clients, broader coverage
Actively dropping unprofitable clients
Unsure / still evaluating
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7.
What will be your primary business development strategy in 2026?
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Cold outreach
Warm referrals
Re-engaging past clients
Niche thought leadership / content
Split placements or partnerships
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8.
Where do you feel most vulnerable heading into 2026?
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Candidate availability
Client responsiveness
Fee pressure
Time management / burnout
Technology or systems
None—feeling well positioned
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What is one investment you plan to make in your business this year?
10.
What is one habit, strategy, or tool you’re intentionally leaving behind in 2026?
11.
If you could guarantee one outcome by the end of 2026, what would it be?
