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Hello!
This year, we're focusing on empowering you in your professional journey. Are you looking to set achievable career goals, explore upskilling opportunities, or stay abreast of trends in recruiter professional development? We're here to guide you every step of the way!
Subscribe to our service for only $49/month and gain free access to live courses every month, offering significant savings compared to individual class purchases. There's still time to join today's class, 'ChatGPT and AI for Sourcing & Recruitment,' starting at 10:00 AM PDT. Plus, as a subscriber, you'll also have access to these upcoming live January courses:
· Boolean Strings Basics & Beyond – January 17-18, 2024
· Executive Sourcing Techniques – January 24-25, 2024
Want to be a diversity certified in 2024? We still have a few spots available for our next course “Certified Diversity Sourcing Professional Program”.
We want to make this newsletter a valuable resource for you. Help us improve by providing your feedback! Is there a particular topic you'd like us to cover in the future? Do you have any suggestions for articles or features you would love to see? We are all ears! Drop us an email at help@sourcingcertification.com.
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Have you seen our Chrome Extension - Google Results Scraper? This tool efficiently gathers 300-400 search results, offering an export feature for convenience. Please share this with others who might find it useful. Irina Shamaeva has provided an insightful overview of its capabilities in her blog. Try it out and share your thoughts with us!
EVENTS
TODAY! - ChatGPT and AI for Sourcing & Recruitment – January 10-11, 2024
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.
Boolean Strings Basics & Beyond – January 17-18, 2024
This course is designed for recruiters, sourcers, and talent acquisition specialists. It focuses on teaching effective online search strategies using Boolean search strings. This foundational class covers everything from basic Boolean rules to modern search engine features, helping professionals find information more quickly and precisely. It includes substantial new material on various topics like defeating endless scrolling and understanding Google's query categories.
Executive Sourcing Techniques – January 24-25, 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.
Three Day Tech Sourcing Bootcamp – January 30-31 and February 1, 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.
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
Creative Marketing Strategies to Recruit Gen Z – Neil Costa
It's time to speak Gen Z's language! Check out some creative marketing ideas to appeal to this tech-savvy generation. It's about crafting messages that resonate on platforms like TikTok and YouTube, and ensuring your career site is as mobile-friendly as their favorite apps. Let's get our marketing hats on and start recruiting like it's 2024!
Uplevel Your Recruiting Team with Powerful Reporting – Brandice Payne
Get ready to up your game with powerful reporting! See how analytics can transform your recruitment strategy. Use this secret weapon for hiring success and start making data-driven decisions that impress!
How AI-Enabled Predictive Analytics Influences Recruitment Strategies – RecruitingDaily
Picture a world where discovering the ideal candidate is a breeze! With custom-crafted algorithms and an AI-driven skills engine, we're stepping into the future of recruitment. The real magic? You’re not just filling roles – you are building your dream team. Time to say goodbye to the old 'spray and pray' approach and embrace the new age of 'predict and perfect' in our recruitment strategies!
EARN Newsletter: December 2023 – Employer Assistance and Resource Network
EARN’s latest newsletter has the lowdown on inclusive hiring. Also, there's interesting data on how diversity positively affects business. Being inclusive is not just good karma, it’s good business too! Worth a read for staying ahead in our field.
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Keeping a step ahead in the dynamic world of recruitment is essential. Here are some key tips and trends to think about for the upcoming year:
🤖 Embrace Technology and Automation: Get cozy with AI and machine learning tools. They won't bring you coffee, but they'll certainly streamline your sourcing and screening processes!
🌈 Focus on Diversity and Inclusion: Diversify like your stock portfolio – it pays off in the long run, and it's the right thing to do.
💫 Enhance Candidate Experience: Treat candidates like you would a first date – with attention, respect, and maybe a little bit of nervous excitement.
📣 Develop Employer Branding Skills: Take on the role of the company's cultural storyteller. Picture yourself as a skilled director that brings a script to the screen.
🌐 Expand Your Network: Remember, your network is like a garden – the more you nurture it, the more it grows. And who doesn't like to be in a beautiful garden?
🔍 Data-Driven Decision Making: Numbers don't lie, but they do sometimes mumble. Get your data analytics magnifying glass out and play detective!
📚 Continuous Learning: The recruitment landscape changes fast. Stay updated, or risk being the recruiter equivalent of wearing bell-bottoms in 2024! 😊
💪 Adaptability and Resilience: Flow with the changes and occasionally carve canyons through sheer persistence.
💻 Remote Hiring Expertise: Master the art of virtual recruitment. Remember, pajama bottoms are acceptable office attire as long as there's no video below the waist. 🤭
⚖️Legal and Ethical Compliance: Keep it legal, keep it ethical. No one wants a surprise cameo in a courtroom drama.
🤗 Soft Skills Development: Charm, empathy, negotiation – the holy trinity of recruitment. You're part therapist, part negotiator, and part matchmaker.
🔎 Specialization in Niche Areas: Establish yourself as the expert in a specific area. Think of yourself as the trivia whiz of the recruiting world, always ready with the right answer!
Lastly, a good sense of humor can be a powerful tool in the recruitment world. It keeps the stress at bay and the candidates engaged! 🕵️♂️
Photo Courtesy of Irina Shamaeva (The Prompter) https://www.facebook.com/aibraingain
Happy Sourcing!
The Sourcing Certifications Team
Author thought of the day:
“Staying adaptable isn't just a skill, it's an art.”
Theresa Cromie
Brain Gain Recruiting
Head of Social Media and Customer Success
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