While you may be reluctant to set limits for fear they'll stall your job search, it's still best to let these issues be known. With everything in the open, you and your recruiter can better accomplish your number one goal of finding long-term career satisfaction. Be Prepared to Talk Salary . A recruiter who advises you on salary expectations can help you determine if you are approaching market rate. Tap into a Recruiter's Market Knowledge .
Recruiters know the market.
They know what companies are paying. And they know what lots of companies are liked to work for. In fact, many of them might have worked for the companies you're talking to now. Get their opinions, but remember they are, after all, representing the company or companies that writes them a check. Add their input to your overall market research to help you determine where you best opportunities lie.