Placing a great candidate in a great role is exciting for all parties involved—the candidate, the client and the recruiter. But in all of the excitement, a candidate should never feel rushed or pressured to make a decision. If you decide to work with a recruiter, you should feel like you're in a partnership and working with someone who is looking out for your best interests.

It's the recruiter's job to establish open and honest communication, and provide enough time and space for a candidate to think through and answer critical, but often glossed over, questions, such as:

1) Does this position truly match my skill set?

2) Is the company of interest to me?

3) Is the commute feasible/location convenient?

4) Is the salary or hourly rate in line with what I am looking for?

5) Have I asked all of the questions I have around the position/company/opportunity?

At a minimum, these are the questions that need to be answered (honestly) before accepting any position. And the right recruiter cannot only help you to answer them, but also bring insight and considerations to the table that may assist you in your decision.