New Year, New Beginnings, New Strategies
Here’s to celebrating the end of 2023 and the birth of 2024!
As we step into the new year, it's time to reflect and gear up for the challenges and opportunities 2024 will bring. Just as the world celebrates the new year with fireworks and resolutions, let's ignite our recruiting strategies with fresh perspectives and renewed energy!
Want to start the year with a bang? Join our paid subscription service for just $49/month and elevate your recruiting game. Attend all of these live courses in January for your monthly subscription fee:
🖥ChatGPT and AI for Sourcing and Recruitment - Jan 10 & 11
🖥Boolean Strings Basics & Beyond Jan 17 & 18
🖥Executive Sourcing Techniques Jan 24-25
Our new year resolution is to make top-tier training accessible to all!
Energize your skills and receive your certification this year! Kickstart your year with our “7-Day Sourcing Bootcamp” starting next week. Seats are still available, sign up before it’s too late! February will bring our next certification course “Certified Diversity Sourcing Professional Program”. Don’t miss out on refining your recruiting expertise!
ICYMI
1. 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!
2. We have released a Google Results Scraper. It collects 300-400 results and you can export them. Please feel free to share with interested parties and on social media! Irina Shamaeva wrote about it here on her blog. Check it out and let us know what you think!
🔥Google Search Results Scraper🔥
We’re excited to share some insightful reading, a new poll and a “new year, new aspirations” section to get you motivated! Let's step into 2024 with the spirit of innovation and excellence in recruiting!
EVENTS
TODAY! - 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
Looking Back on Recruitment in 2023 – Recruitment Juice
2023 was a year marked by cautious candidates and a focus on business development. Recruiters leaned into nurturing client relationships and exploring new technologies, especially AI, to stay ahead in a challenging economic climate. The year also saw a welcome shift towards prioritizing employee well-being, with hybrid working models and mental health resources gaining prominence. Overall, 2023 was a year of adapting and evolving for the recruitment industry, setting the stage for an interesting 2024!
Recruitment Trends 2024: Insights from 32 Talent Leaders Annual Report – Matchr
This report is like a handy roadmap for the recruitment journey ahead, peppered with insights from 32 industry experts. It's a blend of serious and exciting trends, from AI making its mark in recruitment to data becoming the new storytelling tool in the office. The report highlights a shift towards nurturing talent, not just hunting for it, and the growing importance of personal branding for recruiters. With a focus on flexible work models and a spotlight on DEI, this report is a practical guide for navigating the recruitment landscape in 2024 with a bit of flair!
Fostering diversity, equity and inclusion in the insurance landscape – ALM
The insurance industry's diversity figures are given a light-hearted nudge. It points out that women of color are in a sparse club, holding just 2% of board seats, while men of color are a bit more visible but still not where they should be, at 14%. On a brighter note, Arbella Insurance Group and the Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology (BFIT) are making moves with an internship program. BFIT stands out with over 30% Black or African American males and nearly 20% Hispanic or Latino males, adding some much-needed rhythm to the industry's diversity efforts.
22 Best Applicant Tracking System (ATS) of 2023/24 – Recruiters Lineup
The article serves as a handy guide to the best Applicant Tracking System (ATS) software for 2023/24. It showcases a variety of ATS options, each with its unique flair. For instance, Pinpoint is praised for its user-friendly interface that wins over teams and candidates alike, while BambooHR and Greenhouse are noted for their distinctive features. These systems are designed to streamline the recruitment process, enhance employer branding, and ease onboarding, making the life of a recruiter a bit less hectic. In essence, this list is like a recruiter's toolbox, equipped with the right tools to tackle the multifaceted challenges of modern recruitment.
POLL
FUN
As we step into 2024, it's the perfect time for us as recruiters to embrace new learning opportunities and set ambitious professional development goals. Here are some ideas to inspire your journey:
Embrace Lifelong Learning 📚: Did you know that many successful people dedicate at least an hour a day to learning? Whether it's reading industry articles, taking online courses, or attending webinars, make learning a daily habit.
Set SMART Goals 🎯: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals are your roadmap to success. For instance, aim to enhance your candidate engagement skills by 20% in the first quarter.
Networking is Key 🔗: LinkedIn reports that 80% of professionals consider networking essential to career success. Plan to attend at least one networking event each month, whether online or in person.
Feedback is a Gift 🎁: Bill Gates once said, 'We all need people who will give us feedback. That’s how we improve.' Regularly seek feedback from your candidates and hiring managers to refine your recruiting strategies.
Adopt New Technologies 💻: With AI and automation reshaping recruitment, staying tech-savvy is crucial. Aim to learn one new recruiting technology tool each quarter to enhance your efficiency.
Mindfulness for Productivity 🧘 Search Inside Yourself has resources to help incorporate mindfulness practices into your daily routine to improve focus and decision-making.
Diversity and Inclusion 🌍: As the workforce becomes increasingly diverse, understanding and embracing this diversity is vital. Set a goal to participate in diversity training or workshops to broaden your perspective.
Personal Branding 🌟: Your online presence is your new resume. Aim to enhance your personal brand by regularly sharing industry insights and engaging with your network on social media platforms.
Health is Wealth 💪: Remember, a healthy recruiter is a productive recruiter. Set personal health goals, be it regular exercise, a balanced diet, or adequate sleep, to maintain your peak performance.
Celebrate Small Wins 🎉: Just like in sports, celebrating small victories in recruitment can boost your morale and motivation. Set milestones and take time to appreciate your progress.
Try one or try them all! Here's to a year of growth, learning, and success in the dynamic world of recruitment! Happy New Year!
Photo Courtesy of Irina Shamaeva (The Prompter) https://www.facebook.com/aibraingain
Happy Sourcing!
The Sourcing Certifications Team
Author thought of the day:
“The masterpiece of success is crafted one goal at a time. Here's to creating your recruiting masterpiece this year!"
Theresa Cromie
Brain Gain Recruiting
Head of Social Media and Customer Success
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