December's Global Festivities & Diversity
Hello!
In December, the world becomes a mosaic of celebrations, each as unique as the candidates we discover. As recruiters, let's embrace this global tapestry, finding talent as diverse as the holidays we celebrate - from Hanukkah's lights to Christmas cheer, and Kwanzaa's rich heritage. No matter how you celebrate, we wish you a joyous celebration!
One class is left this month for our monthly paid subscription subscribers - “LinkedIn Recruiter Mastery”. Interested in joining? Sign up for a paid subscription for just $49 and save! We want to make training accessible to everyone!
We have our 2 exam courses starting in 2024! “7-Day Sourcing Bootcamp” in January and “Certified Diversity Sourcing Professional Program” in February. Let 2024 be the year you get your certification!
Celebrate our latest reads, poll results, and learn something about global holiday celebrations in this newsletter. Let's recruit with the spirit of December's global festivities!
ICYMI
Have you downloaded your Certificate of Completion for your past courses? This fresh addition is conveniently accessible within your Sourcing Certification account, located under the courses you've enrolled in. Start collecting your professional milestones now!
EVENTS
TODAY! - ChatGPT and AI for Sourcing and Recruitment – December 20-21, 2023
Learn how to use ChatGPT effectively for hiring, interviewing, and communicating. This course will explore the models, plugins, and Boolean strings that power ChatGPT. You will also practice with interactive examples, simulated interviews, and expert tips.
LinkedIn Recruiter Mastery – December 27-28, 2023
Navigating LinkedIn Recruiter can be overwhelming due to its complex interface and unpredictable search algorithms. Many find its filters elusive and search results unexpected. Our class, backed by twelve years of experience and insights from the LinkedIn Engineering team, provides a solution to these issues. We unveil the secrets to proficiently use Recruiter for sourcing and recruitment. If you've faced challenges in finding the right candidates on LinkedIn, our course will demystify the platform's inner workings, ensuring you utilize Recruiter to its fullest potential.
Seven-Day Sourcing Bootcamp – January 2 – 11, 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.
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.
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.
CURRENT READING
Julia’s Google Search Results Extractor – Irina Shamaeva
In the digital world where Google's search results are elusive, Julia Tverskaya has conjured up a Chrome Extension that's like a magic wand for Google search results scraping. Gone are the days of tediously clicking "more results" or mourning the loss of the Instant Data Scraper after Google's redesign. Julia's new extension, the "Google Search Results Scraper," is like a digital vacuum cleaner, sucking up to 300-400 search results in one go and neatly depositing them into an Excel spreadsheet, complete with URLs, titles, snippets, and even emails if it stumbles upon them. If you're tired of playing hide and seek with Google search results, Julia's extension might just be the cheat code you've been looking for!
How to Create a Culture Where Recruiting Is Everyone’s Job – LinkedIn Talent
Picture this: hiring managers, once content to lounge in their executive chairs, sipping coffee while recruiters toiled away, are now suiting up for the recruitment game. The old sit-back-and-relax approach is as outdated as flip phones. Some ideas include "sourcing jams" (think hiring managers and recruiters in a band, jamming out potential candidates), coffee chats (less about caffeine, more about talent fishing), and turning managers into referral-seeking missiles. The goal? To create a culture where recruiting isn't just a department, but a team sport where everyone gets to play. It's a world where the best recruiters might just get LinkedIn endorsements from their hiring manager teammates – a true sign of the recruiting times!
9 Recruiter Resolutions for 2024 – NPA Worldwide
Heading into 2024, top recruiters are already crafting their resolutions and ticking off items on their proactive to-do lists. It's time for you to gear up and embrace the latest tech trends, set clear, achievable goals, and give your personal brand a dazzling shine. Prepare to rapidly acquire new skills and foster enduring relationships. Remember, staying compliant, delighting clients, and leveraging data analytics are key. Cheers to 2024 – the year you can rise to become the standout recruiter!
4 Talent Pools to Engage in 2024 - Recruitics
Recruiters are broadening their horizons by tapping into diverse talent pools. They're looking at retirees, bringing a wealth of experience and stability. Silver medalists, who were close contenders in previous job races, are getting a second look for their potential and familiarity with the company. Boomerang employees, those who've left and are now returning, are valued for their renewed perspective and understanding of the company culture. Lastly, employee referrals are being leveraged more than ever, utilizing current employees' networks to find compatible new hires. This approach marks a strategic shift in talent acquisition, blending experience with fresh talent for a more dynamic workforce!
POLL
It looks like ChatGPT and AI are getting a thumbs-up for boosting productivity! One of our latest polls shows that most people find these tools give their efficiency a nice little nudge, with "Mildly" being the popular pick. There's also a cheerful bunch who are over the moon, voting "Absolutely" for a big productivity boost. And guess what? Not a single soul said "Not Really" – no naysayers in this crowd!
To make the most out of ChatGPT and AI, why not play around with all the cool features, customize it to fit your unique style, and let it be your sidekick in your daily adventures? Who knows, you might just find yourself moving from the "Mildly" to the "Absolutely" camp before you know it!
FUN
Explore December's global holidays! Each one reflects the rich diversity we cherish:
🕎 Hanukkah: Jewish festival of lights and hope.
🎅🎄 Christmas: A global festivity filled with joy and unique traditions.
🌍 Kwanzaa: Celebrating African heritage with unity and pride.
🌟 Bodhi Day: Buddhist holiday honoring Buddha's enlightenment.
🕊️ Las Posadas: Latin American tradition with vibrant processions.
💡 Saint Lucia's Day: Scandinavian festival, illuminating the winter darkness.
🎁 Boxing Day: A Commonwealth tradition of giving and kindness.
🎆 Ōmisoka: Japanese New Year's Eve, welcoming new beginnings.
Happy December around 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:
"This December, let's celebrate the variety of holidays and candidates alike, each enriching our world in their own special way."
Theresa Cromie
Brain Gain Recruiting
Head of Social Media and Customer Success
theresa@braingainrecruiting.com | LinkedIn