How do you build trust and rapport with your clients?

For Robert Half, client relationships are everything. Excellent client service and strong relationships are what separate successful agencies from those who struggle. As a staffing professional, you know that anything is possible, from finding unicorn candidates to closing temp contracts in a matter of hours.

Show the interviewer that you know what it takes to build strong client relationships. Your relationship-building activities can include asking your clients questions about themselves, showing them that you've taken time to understand their mission, setting clear expectations and guidelines at the start of every search, and learning their industry language. Exceptional follow-up is another way to build trust with your clients quickly.