A passive candidate is someone who is not actively looking for a new job but may be open to the right opportunity if approached. These individuals are often currently employed and successful in their roles, making them attractive to recruiters and hiring organizations.

Engaging passive candidates requires a personalized and discreet approach. Recruiters often reach out through direct contact, leveraging networks or social platforms like LinkedIn to initiate conversations.

Since passive candidates are not actively applying, they typically represent higher quality talent. However, attracting them often involves more time, relationship-building, and presenting compelling reasons to consider a move.

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