Is it appropriate to get a small gift for your recruiter, e.g. a Starbucks gift card?

I’ve had a lot of questions throughout the recruitment process and my recruiter helped to get everything that I asked for with minimal back and forth.

If not a small gift card, what would be more appropriate?

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I had a recruiter go above and beyond for me as well. I actually sent them a box of flowers and thank you letter.
You’re a kind soul, OP. Don’t listen to the haters.
Also congratulations on your move!

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Seems weird to give someone a gift card for doing their job. Send a nice thank you note

I’ve given gift cards to people who have given recommendations for me but that’s about it

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if it’s on your heart to give a gift card, then give a gift card.

do what feels right and i’m sure the recruiter will be appreciative no matter what.

sometimes things are on your heart because maybe that’s what that person needs or is wishing for

yeah that person is a recruiter doing their job but maybe things are rough financially and they don’t have the luxury of spending on coffee or desserts

a kind gesture when done un-creepily is always welcomed if they express gratitude or not

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I wouldn't recommend doing it while you're still in the interview process as it can be perceived as a bribe. Do it after a decision is made if you really think they went above and beyond. Doesn't also have to be a gift card, a thank you email works and you can do that during the interview process as well.

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Yeah, that’s the scenario. Offer extended and accepted.

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Send them a handwritten note. If you want to stick in a gift card, fine, but hardly anyone handwrites thank you notes these days, so they have more impact. Also means you took the effort to find out how to send it. I like the idea of an edible bouquet better than a gift card.

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M2. There is nothing creeping about a handwritten thank you note. And I say that as a woman.

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Then it should be fine. Ensure he/she drinks coffee / likes desserts.

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I truly appreciated my recruiter and got her an edible bouquet! She was wonderful and I had a lot of questions, switching from industry to consulting. I don’t think anyone will hate you for getting them something extra. When you get to Deloitte, we have appreciation awards that managers can give to their team members who go above and beyond. It’s not uncommon.

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Do unto others as you would have them do unto you

whatever you decide as long as it’s done tasteful and not creepy will be appreciated.

kind gestures typically come back to you tenfold, you never know the network or doors she can open for you.

a recruiter can very well be a sponsor

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Tip him while you’re at it! On a serious note.. just send thank you note and move on.

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Not a standard process. They do get a nice commission for placing you but if you want to give , I am sure it is fine just not a standard practice

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No. They’re getting paid like a professional and don’t need a tip.

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