Celebrating Love, Appreciation, and Growth
Happy Valentine’s Day! 💘
Love is in the air, and here at Sourcing Certification, we're sharing our appreciation for our readers! Thank you for your continued support!
Just like Cupid's arrows, make sure you stay armed with ways to show your appreciation to potential candidates and clients. In recruitment, building strong relationships is as essential as aiming for the bullseye. A heartfelt 'thank you' or a genuine smile can significantly brighten someone's day, making a lasting impression!
Fall in love with professional growth! Next week is our 4-Day Certified Diversity Sourcing Professional Program that starts on February 20th. Hurry, seats are limited, so secure your spot before they vanish like a fleeting crush!
So, grab a virtual box of chocolates! Unwind by exploring upcoming events, indulge in some light reading, discover insights from a recent poll, and enjoy some fun facts about Valentine’s Day. Let's take this opportunity to appreciate our candidates and clients, and the important role they play!
EVENTS
TODAY! - Executive Sourcing Techniques – February 14-15, 2024
The course is ideal for both new and experienced recruiters, sourcers, and talent acquisition specialists. It provides practical demonstrations, in-depth knowledge, and techniques for effective executive sourcing, like CEOs and CFOs. Participants will learn advanced LinkedIn and Google search techniques, along with methods to understand candidates better.
Brainfood Live On Air - Ep245 - LinkedIn X-Ray: Dead, Dying or What? - February 16, 2024
4-Day Certified Diversity Sourcing Professional Training – February 20-23, 2024
In response to the fast-growing demand for diversity sourcing, we're excited to offer a comprehensive Diversity Sourcing Program. Since its introduction in 2020, this program has received overwhelmingly positive participant feedback.
The program includes a four-day intensive and interactive training course that culminates in the Certified Diversity Sourcing Professional (CDSP) certification exam. The training covers the six core sourcing skill areas from our original Certified People Sourcing Professional exam but specifically focuses on applying those skills to diversity sourcing.
ChatGPT and AI for Sourcing and Recruitment – March 6 & 7, 2024
Updated with new content every month! Learn how to use ChatGPT effectively for hiring, interviewing, and communicating. This course is constantly updated and will explore the models, plugins, and Boolean strings that power ChatGPT. You will also practice with interactive examples, simulated interviews, and expert tips.
Three-Day Tech Sourcing Bootcamp – March 26-28, 2024
Our bootcamp covers sourcing fundamentals, advanced search techniques, and expert strategies for identifying and attracting top tech talent. Participants will learn to navigate platforms like StackOverflow, Google Scholar, and GitHub, and acquire skills in analyzing profiles, finding hidden details, and using advanced search techniques. It's tailored for individuals at all levels of technical recruiting, or anyone interested in sourcing and recruiting top-tier tech talent.
SourceCon – April 9-10, 2024
SourceCon is the original conference for sourcing professionals! This year it will be held in sunny Orlando, Florida. Our very own Irina Shamaeva will be speaking. Need tickets? Use coupon code (ISSCS24) for 10% off your registration.
Certified People Sourcing Professional (CDSP) Exam Window – April 20-28, 2024
Don't miss this chance to elevate your professional standing! Take the exam and upon successful completion, you'll have the distinction of adding this valuable certification to your portfolio, showcasing your expertise and commitment to professional growth! This is your chance to distinguish yourself in your field.
Seven-Day Sourcing Bootcamp – June 4-13, 2024
Join Master Sourcers Irina Shamaeva and David Galley in our two-week, Seven-day Sourcing Bootcamp for Recruiters. Learn the latest and most effective techniques for talent sourcing on LinkedIn, search engines, and social sites, as well as efficient ways to collect and manage sourced data. This course is suitable for talent professionals of all experience levels who want to enhance their skills and stay ahead in the constantly evolving field of talent sourcing.
CURRENT READING
LinkedIn X-Ray No More. Now What? – Irina Shamaeva
Recently Google made changes to its index, affecting the X-Ray search capability on LinkedIn. This change means headlines, about sections, experience, and education details are no longer easily findable. Fortunately, there are workarounds. These include using LinkedIn's own tools like Recruiter, Lite, or Sales Navigator, or creatively sourcing data from elsewhere and cross-referencing it on LinkedIn. Irina recommends changing your LinkedIn headline and setting up search engine alerts to test if these systems can still catch up, asking readers to report back on this little experiment. Will you try it out?
Navigating the Talent Landscape: 5 Strategies for Meeting Hiring Goals – Recruitics
Are you looking to improve your hiring practices? Showcase your company culture to attract like-minded candidates by clearly communicating your values and purpose. It’s also important to show support for employee career development to foster growth and satisfaction. These strategies are designed to enhance your company's appeal to potential employees, facilitating smoother and more effective hiring processes!
16 Outstanding Recruiting Tools – Greg Savage
Greg’s blog offers a collection of valuable resources and strategies for recruiters navigating the challenging landscape of 2024. This article presents a mix of free and premium tools, including webinars, podcasts, eBooks, and masterclasses, designed to enhance recruitment practices. These tools cover various aspects like market analysis, building profitable temp desks, recruitment agency expos, and strategies for growing a recruitment business. It's a comprehensive guide aimed at helping recruiters adapt, innovate, and thrive in the ever-evolving recruitment industry!
9 Diversity and Inclusion Recruitment Best Practices - factorial
The article offers practical advice for enhancing diversity in recruitment. It suggests evaluating current hiring practices, promoting your employer brand effectively, ensuring an accessible website, and attracting a diverse range of applicants. The aim to create a more inclusive recruitment process and a diverse workplace!
POLL
In a recent poll we asked:
Leveraging ChatGPT in your recruitment process can significantly enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Check out this article on how ChatGPT is making strides within the recruitment world. You might get some ideas on how to apply to your strategies!
FUN
📜Valentine's Day is named after Saint Valentine, a Christian martyr who lived in the Roman Empire. However, the exact origins of the holiday are somewhat unclear, with multiple legends and stories associated with it.
🏛️Some believe that Valentine's Day is linked to the ancient Roman festival Lupercalia, which was celebrated in mid-February. It involved fertility rites and matchmaking.
💌Valentine's Day is the second-largest card-sending holiday after Christmas. Millions of greeting cards are exchanged each year, expressing love and affection.
🏹Cupid, the Roman god of love, is often depicted with a bow and arrow. According to Roman mythology, he would shoot people with his arrows to make them fall in love.
🌹Red roses are the traditional flower of love and are a popular gift on Valentine's Day. It's estimated that over 198 million roses are produced for the holiday in the United States alone.
💍Approximately 6 million couples get engaged on Valentine's Day, making it one of the most popular days for marriage proposals.
🎁While Valentine's Day is widely celebrated, its customs and traditions vary from country to country. For example, in Japan, women typically give chocolates to men on February 14th, while men reciprocate with gifts on White Day, which falls on March 14th.
🚫 Not everyone embraces Valentine's Day, and some people celebrate "Anti-Valentine's Day" or "Singles Awareness Day" on February 15th as a way to embrace being single or to protest the commercialization of the holiday.
🐾Valentine's Day Cards for Pets: Approximately 27% of people buy Valentine's Day gifts for their pets. Pets are cherished members of the family, after all!
💝The Heart-Shaped Chocolate Box: The heart-shaped chocolate box, a classic Valentine's Day gift, was introduced by Richard Cadbury in the late 1800s. It was initially used to package Cadbury chocolates.
Remember, whether you have a significant other or not, you are a unique and valuable person deserving of love and appreciation. Love begins with self-love, and by cherishing yourself, you'll attract the positivity you deserve. Celebrate your uniqueness and the love you bring into the world!😊💕
Photo Courtesy of Irina Shamaeva (The Prompter) https://www.facebook.com/aibraingain
Happy Sourcing!
The Sourcing Certifications Team
Author thought of the day:
“Love is not confined to a single day or month; it's a beautiful part of our everyday lives."
Theresa Cromie
Brain Gain Recruiting
Head of Social Media and Customer Success
theresa@braingainrecruiting.com | LinkedIn 🔗LETS CONNECT! 🔗