Thanksgiving Greetings & Exciting News
Happy Thanksgiving to our US readers!
As we gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, a time-honored tradition dating back to the early days of American history, let's reflect on the richness and bounty of life. Just as Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude for the harvest and blessings of the past year, it's also an opportunity for recruiters to harvest the best talent and cultivate a culture of thankfulness and growth. This Thanksgiving, let's celebrate the strength we've drawn from each other, the lessons learned, and the successes achieved, no matter how small.
In the spirit of giving thanks, we want to pause and express our heartfelt gratitude to you for being such an integral member of our community. This past year has certainly presented its share of challenges, yet amidst these trials, there have been numerous moments and reasons to be thankful. Your unwavering support and engagement have been pivotal in turning obstacles into opportunities for growth and learning! Thank you!
⭐EXCITING OPPORTUNITY!⭐
We’re committed to providing training content to a wider audience and promise to add even more value to your professional journey. To that end, we have added a paid tier for Sourceful subscribers (see yesterday's announcement).
The paid tier includes access to 2-4 live, interactive courses each month, providing a cost-effective alternative to purchasing individual courses from our Training Library. This new program kicks off in December with two of our most popular classes of 2023: How to Find Hidden LinkedIn Profiles and ChatGPT and AI for Recruitment and Sourcing.
Paid subscribers will also enjoy a 10% discount on our extensive library of materials. Don't miss out on this chance to stay ahead in the dynamic field of recruitment. Upgrade now and join our exclusive community!
We hope you find it beneficial! Please reach out to help@sourcingcertification.com with any questions!
In this edition of our newsletter, feast on a cornucopia of articles, participate in our latest survey, and find out about “Thanksgiving” around the world!
EVENTS
LinkedIn Recruiter Mastery – November 29-30, 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.
How to Find Hidden LinkedIn Profiles – December 6-7, 2023
Our course was sold out in November, so we are offering again! LinkedIn, the world's largest public professional database, contains countless profiles that might not appear in typical searches due to missing keywords or details. To unearth these "hidden" profiles, talent professionals must employ alternative strategies, including merging data from other sources with LinkedIn's. Effective techniques include exploratory research outside of LinkedIn, using search engines to pinpoint relevant terms and target companies, and cross-referencing data on LinkedIn using email lists, profile URLs, and names. Our class introduces two main tactics to locate these concealed profiles, ensuring a more comprehensive search.
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.
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
You Are Missing Seniority, LinkedIn – Irina Shamaeva
Irina Shamaeva playfully points out a quirky hiccup in LinkedIn's search logic. Imagine searching for 'directors' and getting profiles that seem to have forgotten their own seniority. The same goes for searching 'senior' - over half a million profiles are playing a game of hide and seek with their seniority level. The moral of the story? When using LinkedIn's search, maybe take the Seniority filter with a grain of salt, or you might end up playing a guessing game with profiles!
The Huge ‘Temp Vs Perm’ Secret – Greg Savage
There’s a surprising shift in the recruitment industry, one that might have been obvious decades ago but seems to have been forgotten. Nowadays, the process for temp recruitment is increasingly resembling that of permanent placements, with clients requesting detailed shortlists and interviews, even for brief assignments like a two-week payroll job. For these short-term roles, recruiters should confidently take the reins, confidently select candidates based on their expertise, and steer clear of turning a straightforward temp job into an unnecessarily complex process. It's about being proactive and decisive in a field that thrives on quick and effective solutions!
3 Myths About AI in Recruitment – RecruitmentJuice
AI in recruitment might be a hot topic, but in reality, its role is more supportive than revolutionary. Only a small number of HR professionals are currently using AI, and it's not widely expected to dominate the industry soon. AI's strength lies in handling routine tasks, not in assessing critical soft skills and cultural fit. Essentially, AI acts as a backstage assistant in recruitment, enabling recruiters to focus on the more intricate and nuanced aspects of their work. Use AI to streamline processes, but remember, the real magic of recruitment lies in the human touch!
10 Tips to Level Up Your Professional Network - TalentCulture
This article offers practical advice for spicing up your professional connections. The key takeaway is to focus on building a 'Trusted100' network, emphasizing quality relationships over sheer numbers. For introverts, the article suggests swapping loud network events for smaller, more meaningful meet-ups. It also highlights the importance of reciprocity in networking – helping others can lead to mutual benefits. Sharing knowledge and staying visible on social media platforms can open doors to new opportunities. In essence, effective networking is about creating genuine connections and actively maintaining them!
POLL
Back in July, we conducted a poll to gauge your thoughts, and now we're eager to see how opinions might have shifted over recent months:
FUN
Thanksgiving, a cherished holiday in the United States, is all about gratitude, family, and of course, feasting! 🦃 But did you know other countries have their versions of giving thanks? In Canada, Thanksgiving is celebrated in October, with similar traditions. Meanwhile, in Germany, "Erntedankfest" is a harvest festival that gives thanks for a good year and good fortune. In Japan, "Labor Thanksgiving Day" is a national holiday that commemorates labor and production. It's heartwarming to see gratitude being a universal sentiment, celebrated in myriad ways across the globe! 🌍❤️
Wishing you a November filled with gratitude, growth, and great opportunities! 🍁🥂
Photo Courtesy of Irina Shamaeva (The Prompter) https://www.facebook.com/aibraingain
Happy Sourcing!
The Sourcing Certifications Team
Author thought of the day:
"In the spirit of Thanksgiving, let's cherish the harvest of our past efforts and cultivate a future rich with learning, growth, and gratitude."
Theresa Cromie
Brain Gain Recruiting
Head of Social Media and Customer Success
theresa@braingainrecruiting.com | LinkedIn