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Sourcing Diverse Talent: Solving the Pain Points

Social Talent

Identified by Gartner as one of the most crucial trends for the future of work, improving and driving DEI continues to be a complex equation. And one of the most pivotal factors in this journey revolves around sourcing diverse talent. Why is diversity sourcing so important? Job descriptions of course!

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5 Examples of a SHRM Job Description Template

Ongig

And the pros at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) support efficient hiring practices, including writing great job descriptions (JDs). Here are 5 examples of a SHRM job description template to help streamline your search for top performers. I’ve added tips to each for optimal results. Let’s dive in.

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How Long Should a Job Description Be?

Ongig

The best-performing job descriptions are usually between 300-700 words. And: “specific job titles like “Customer Service Representative” and “Senior Software Engineer” are more effective than titles people are less likely to look for, such as “Customer Service Ninja” or “Software Engineer VI.””

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Creative Candidate Sourcing Strategies for 2023

Hireserve

It was a simple but effective strategy – they asked The Daily Telegraph to organise a crossword competition and then approached the best contestants about a job. More than 80 years later, recruiters are still trying to come up with creative ways to source qualified leads. But first, what do we mean by candidate sourcing?

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4 Best Practices For Diversity Sourcing | ClearCompany

ClearCompany Recruiting

Use Keywords to Source for Diverse Candidates. Studies have found that the keywords you use in your job postings impact the kinds of candidates that apply. Rather than include a bunch of slang your industry uses, try to write your job postings from the perspective of an outsider. Reinforcement from upper management.

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Why are job descriptions important?

Ongig

And attracting these talented folks starts with well-written job descriptions. Job descriptions are important because they list the critical competencies you need to grow your business. You’re up on all the latest trends in mobile, voice, payments, and other emerging platforms. Need to know more?

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Creating a hard to fill talent sourcing plan

WizardSourcer

To help facilitate the hiring process, it’s crucial to create a talent sourcing plan that can effectively address the unique needs of such roles. By creating a talent sourcing strategy, organizations can proactively identify and engage potential candidates, reducing the time it takes to fill hard to fill positions.