The Talent Archaeologist
Dear Readers,
Imagine a desert expanse, the sun bearing down on endless dunes. Somewhere beneath lies a treasure, not of gold, but of unmined skills waiting to be discovered. That's where you come in. As a talent archaeologist, your mission is to unearth the rare artifacts of the job market – those candidates whose skills have not yet seen the light of day.
It’s an art and a science. You sift through resumes like sands, decode the hieroglyphs of cover letters, and excavate through layers of experience to find the true relics – candidates who are not just competent, but exceptional. Like any good archaeologist, you know the most valuable finds are not always on the surface. They require patience, dedication, and a bit of old-fashioned digging. So grab your brush and map; let's start uncovering those hidden talents.
EVENTS
Three-Day Tech Sourcing Bootcamp – March 26-28, 2024
Hiring Software Developers? 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. You will also learn to source with our new Github user search tool. The training is tailored for individuals at all levels of technical recruiting, and anyone interested in sourcing and recruiting top-tier tech talent.
ChatGPT and AI for Sourcing and Recruitment – April 2-3, 2024
Explore the exciting realm of AI in recruitment with our engaging class on ChatGPT and AI tools! Our most popular class, given monthly, every time updated to all the latest.
SourceCon – April 9-10, 2024
This year Sourcecon, the US sourcing conference, will be held in sunny Orlando, Florida. Our very own Irina Shamaeva will be presenting “Exploration of LinkedIn's Hidden Search Features”. Need tickets? Use coupon code (ISSCS24) for 10% off your registration.
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 AND LISTENING
Yann Lecun: Meta AI, Open Source, Limits of LLMs, AGI & the Future of AI | Lex Fridman Podcast
Dive into a thoughtful conversation as Lex Fridman sits down with Yann LeCun, the Chief AI Scientist at Meta. Together, they discuss whether proprietary AI systems pose a greater risk than Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), LLM limitations, and the future of AI.
These 3 trends will impact recruiting in 2024, according to Gartner
Gartner highlights three significant trends impacting recruiting in 2024. First, the interest in generative AI and regular AI tools is expected to reinvigorate hiring teams by offering new functionalities like job description development, candidate communications, and interview question creation. Matching assessments, virtual assistants, and scheduling modeling remain essential. Second, there's an increased focus on bias mitigation and responsible AI use, with organizations exercising caution in adopting generative AI for recruiting until regulatory frameworks are established. Lastly, a "buyer beware" mentality is predicted, with extended buying cycles and a focus on customer retention among vendors.
Exclusively for Technical Recruiters by Irina Shamaeva
Sourcing Software Developers? There is no better place than Github. And our tool, GitHub User Search, is the best tool for finding lists of Developers. The blog explains how to integrate it into your sourcing and outreach workflow.
LinkedIn Recruiter Secrets for Effective Sourcing by Matchr
LinkedIn is one of the most popular and powerful platforms for recruiters to find and connect with potential candidates. However, with over 800 million members, navigating and filtering through the vast amount of data can also be challenging. How can recruiters optimize their sourcing process on LinkedIn and find the best talent for their roles?
That’s the question that Irina Shamaeva, a renowned sourcer, and partner at Brain Gain Recruiting, addressed in her recent presentation on advanced sourcing techniques on LinkedIn. The post summarizes her presentation.
FUN
Did you know that during ancient Egyptian times, skilled laborers known as "tomb builders" were so highly valued that they had their own villages, complete with healthcare and a form of workers' compensation? Fast forward to today, and the search for skilled talent is not all that different. Instead of pyramids, we build teams. Instead of hieroglyphs, we navigate resumes. The quest for the perfect candidate can sometimes feel as challenging as unearthing a pharaoh's tomb!
Let's take a page from the archaeologist's field notebook: Patience and meticulous exploration can lead to historic finds. Occasionally, a recruiter might stumble upon a professional sphinx who poses riddles not found on a standard resume just like its mythological counterpart. It's those riddles that, once solved, can reveal the most innovative thinkers and game-changers in the industry. 💼🔍
So, keep your eyes peeled and your trowels ready. The next 'King Tut of Talent' could be hidden in your applicant tracking system, just waiting to be discovered. Until next time, keep excavating for those hidden gems. Much like the wonders of the ancient world, the perfect candidate may be a dig away. 🏺📜Greetings!
Happy Sourcing!
The Sourcing Certifications Team