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title: Recruiting Agencies Pursuit of Passive Candidates | Hire Velocity
description: Some Recruiting Agencies only look for active candidates. Learn how Hire Velocity finds both active and passive candidates; Recruiting Passive Candidates.
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# [Recruiting Agencies Pursuit of Passive Candidates](https://blogs.hirevelocity.com/the-pursuit-of-passive-candidates-infographic)

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![The Pursuit of Passive Candidates Infographic](https://blogs.hirevelocity.com/hubfs/ThePursuitOfRecruitingPassiveCandidates_Hubspot%20Featured%20Image.png)

When it comes to recruiting and some recruiting companies, companies often look to candidates who are actively applying. In fact, 71% of adults are currently looking for new jobs. These candidates, also known as active candidates, are the ones actively searching job boards and replying to job postings. But what about those candidates who are not actively applying? There are an estimated 190 million passive candidates within the U.S., but how do you reach them? LinkedIn messages and personal networks is a good place to start.

If you’re interested in learning more about recruiting passive candidates, check out our blog post, [“Passive vs. Active Candidates: What’s the Difference?”](https://www.hirevelocity.com/passive-vs-active-candidates-whats-difference/)

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