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Sourcing Report Monthly tips, tricks and groundbreaking technologies to help you find the best talent online. DECEMBER 2012

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Caring for Candidates

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Caring for Candidates ___________1 AIRS PowerBreak Series __________2 AIRS Veteran Hiring Initiative______2 Google® Sets - Available Again!____ 3 Where’s AIRS Training?___________ 3 New Metasearch tool – Utop.it ____ 4 AIRS Sourcing SuperStars ________ 4 Where’s AIRS? __________________5 AIRS 2012 Diversity Survey Results Are In! ________________________6 Connect with our AIRS Training Team__________________ 6 Free Re-Certification Exams_______6 AIRS Sourcing Report iPhone App ___________________ 6 Connect with AIRS Online ________6

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nyone who does full-cycle recruiting knows exactly how tough it can be to add a personal touch when building rapport with every single candidate. There is so much work to do, yet very little time for task management, let alone socializing with candidates. It’s important to keep in mind, that these people could be future leads to other candidates that may never be found online. With the extreme growth of social communities all over the web today, many potential candidates can be sourced online, however the ability to source candidate profiles offline has become a much greater commodity. Imagine having access to a top tier passive candidate that a competitor recruiter may never see. Sure, there is always a likelihood of a counteroffer, but there is a bigger reward in the fact that a candidate was found without their information publically available. Seeking referrals from candidates is never an easy task. Indeed, if they’ve had a pleasurable experience, why shouldn’t they refer anyone else? This is a skill that every recruiter should think about when communicating throughout the hiring process with each candidate. Building rapport and establishing a relationship with a candidate all comes down to time management. Making daily lists of to-do tasks is a great way to avoid forgetting things that need to be done. Whether it is a long to-do list electronically through Outlook, or a hand written list sitting next to the Try integrating a mobile app that computer, having a check off system is a great way to remember details. will work on both the computer If traveling often, try integrating desktop and a variety of mobile a mobile app that will work on platforms, such as Evernote® both the computer desktop and a variety of mobile platforms, such as Evernote®. Scheduling a follow-up reminder to communicate with candidates is a great technique to insure everyone candidate has been reached out to.

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Caring for Candidates continued The candidate will never feel like they’re in a black hole and will always feel valued when there is a consistent communication initiative. Candidates that aren’t constantly communicated with are never going to become a strong referral resource. Additionally, make sure to always follow-up with a candidate after they leave a voicemail or send an email. Being proactive with as many candidates as possible insures that candidates are cared for. Candidates are more likely to refer others to a recruiter that makes them feel valued. They will have a better sense of security and comfort in the way that recruiter will treat their friends, family and colleagues.

AIRS PowerBreak Series

Caring for candidates is a process that takes time to master; however the more effort made, the greater return for years to come.

The AIRS monthly PowerBreak Series features a free, 30 minute topic specific session. January 2013: Unconventional and Unique Search Tools and Techniques January’s class will cover tips that could lead sourcers to that purple squirrel faster. Each attendee will learn a fun search or two that will make an immediate impact on their sourcing strategy. Thursday, January 10, 2013 • 2pm ET.

AIRS Training Offers Veterans 25% Discount

Sign up now! http://bit.ly/AIRSPowerBreaks

AIRS, a global leader in recruitment training, is proud to support the Veteran Hiring Initiative. Offering over 35 world-class training courses delivered live and online by top recruitment training professionals, AIRS provides cutting-edge skills needed to source, recruit and hire top talent. AIRS is pleased to announce a 25% discount on the training fee for those clients purchasing training for a returning veteran or for returning veterans wishing to jumpstart their recruitment career with AIRS Training. To take advantage of our Veteran Hiring Initiative discount call 1.800.466.4010.

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Google® Sets - Available Again!

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n Sept. 5, 2011, Google shut down an AIRS favorite - Google® Sets. Originally launched in 2002, Google Sets was the longest running lab experiment, which never quite graduated, despite the brilliance of the product.

Where’s AIRS Training? Public Classes Baltimore 01/07/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 01/08/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0 San Francisco 01/10/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 01/11/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0

Sets did one thing amazingly well: generate a beautiful list of terms from a few examples. For instance, one could input Ford and Dodge into Sets and return a fantastic list of more competitors. For recruiters, Sets provided a valuable service for quick and accurate keyword generation. As of November 2012, Sets has returned in an unlikely location, as a Google Sheets feature within Google Drive.

Raleigh 01/31/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 02/01/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0 Seattle 02/04/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 02/05/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0 Washington DC 02/07/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 02/08/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0 Orlando 02/07/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 02/08/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0 Philadelphia 02/11/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 02/12/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0 Los Angeles 02/11/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 02/12/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0

To use it, open a new spreadsheet in Google Sheets. Then type at least two terms that are similar in A1 and A2. For example, you might type in software engineer in A1 and programmer in A2. Then, highlight both cells and, while pressing CTRL, click and drag the blue box down revealing other similar job titles like software developer. Be creative and think about all the quick keyword generation that can now be easily produced like competitors, job titles, colleges, slang, etc.

London 02/11/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 Global 02/12/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0 Global Austin 02/21/2013 - SearchLab 11.0 02/22/2013 - Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter 4.0 3


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New Metasearch tool – Utop.it Metasearch engines are a great timesaver for any busy recruiter in need of sourcing their own passive candidates. Utop.it is no exception as it searches Google®, Bing® and YahooSM simultaneously and recognizes a great deal of the advanced Boolean that works directly at these large search engines. Additonally, Utop.it has a free Google Chrome™ Extension available in the Google Chrome Web Store. With Chrome browser installed, visit the Google Chrome Web Store at chrome.google.com/webstore and search for the “Ultimate Search Engine.” Once installed, this app will appear in a new tab within Chrome.

AIRS Sourcing SuperStars

Don’t forget to Play AIRS Sourcing SuperStars challenge every Friday at 12pm ET. Questions will be posted to http://bit.ly/AIRSBlog All winners will be posted at: http://bit.ly/AIRSWinners The first person with the correct answer each week will win a seat to one High Impact Learning Series (HILS) class of their choice. These course dates, times and descriptions are available on the AIRS website: http://bit.ly/AIRSHILS AIRS HILS classes cover topics ranging from mobile recruitment and building custom search engines to filetype searching and college recruiting strategies. AIRS will make the final determination on the weekly challenge winner. All AIRS Sourcing SuperStar challenge winners will be highlighted on the AIRS Training Blog. 4


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New Metasearch tool – Utop.it

Click on this shortcut to reach the main metasearch engine at Utop. it. To test this new metasearch engine, try using use the intitle: field search command to look for resume type results for mechanical engineers with AutoCAD experience.

Where’s AIRS?

SEARCH STRING: intitle:resume “mechanical engineer” autocad -jobs -sample

Follow AIRS Events http://bit.ly/AIRSEvents

Since the intitle: command will work at Google, Bing or Yahoo, this command also works at this metasearch engine, saving any sourcer time while looking for resumes.

January 31, 2013: AIRS will be presenting at the Social Recruiting Strategies Conference in San Francisco, CA.

Give Utop.it a try today!

February 5, 2013: AIRS will be presenting at the Rhode Island Staffing Association. February 7-8, 2013: AIRS will be presenting at SourceCon in Atlanta. February 28, 2013: AIRS will be speaking at the HRMA Conference in Little Rock, AK March 21, 2013: AIRS will be presenting at the Human Resources Association in Chicago, IL. March 21, 2013: AIRS will be speaking at The OnRec Trade Conference in London. April 14, 2013: AIRS will be delivering a Pre-Conference Session at ERE Spring EXPO in San Diego, CA. May 8, 2013: AIRS will present to the Valley Human Resource Group in Batavia, IL.

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AIRS 2012 Diversity Survey Results Are In!

Free Re-Certification Exams AIRS now offers free re-certification exams for all eligible AIRS alumni. For more information contact Sharon Cook at [email protected] or John MacDonald at John.Macdonald@ rightthinginc.com. PH: 800-466-4010 x1503 or x1512.

AIRS would like to share the results of the survey with you and have included information about the survey respondents and their feedback regarding diversity recruitment trends. Login to your My AIRS page to access the survey results today.

AIRS Sourcing Report iPhone App Read, Tweet, Email and Print AIRS Sourcing Reports from your iPhone. Download the FREE AIRS Sourcing Report App today! http://bit.ly/SourcingReportApp

A great way to keep up with AIRS and all the latest trends and tips in Internet Sourcing is to connect with us online:

> AIRS Alumni > AIRS Alumni UK > AIRS Diversity Recruiting Forum > AIRS Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter

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Diversity Recruiting Survey Results

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Lisa Brusack Senior Trainer & Learning Specialist Follow Lisa on Twitter Friend Lisa on Facebook Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn Send Lisa an email

Tiffanie Ross Vice President, AIRS Training Follow Tiffanie on Twitter Friend Tiffanie on Facebook Connect with Tiffanie on LinkedIn Send Tiffanie an email

Kevin Crews AIRS Trainer & Recruitment Specialist Follow Kevin on Twitter Friend Kevin on Facebook Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn Send Kevin an email

Laura Stoker Executive Director of Global Training Follow Laura on Twitter Friend Laura on Facebook Connect with Laura on LinkedIn Send Laura an email

Tricia Gonzales AIRS Trainer & Recruitment Specialist Follow Tricia on Twitter Friend Tricia on Facebook Connect with Tricia on LinkedIn Send Tricia an email

Shannon Van Curen AIRS Trainer & Recruitment Specialist Follow Shannon on Twitter Friend Shannon on Facebook Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn Send Shannon an email

Tracey J. McGinnis Training Manager Follow Tracey on Twitter Friend Tracey on Facebook Connect with Tracey on LinkedIn Send Tracey an email

Stephanie Weiss AIRS Trainer & Recruitment Specialist Follow Stephanie on Twitter Friend Stephanie on Facebook Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn Send Stephanie an email

Ryan Phillips Technical Writer Follow Ryan on Twitter Friend Ryan on Facebook Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Send Ryan an email Copyright © 2012 AIRS®, 67 Etna Road, Suite 400, Lebanon, NH, 03766, All Rights Reserved. AIRS is a registered trademark of RightThing, LLC. The ADP logo is a registered trademark of ADP, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.