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    Talent & Growth presented by The Animo Group

    Redefining Talent Acquisition: An Exploration of Reverse Sourcing

    Thu Aug 10 2023
    reverse sourcinginbound recruitmentjob descriptionstalent attractiondiversity hiring

    Description

    This episode of Talent and Growth features Jim Miller, VP of People and Talent at Ashby, discussing the power of reverse sourcing. Jim shares his experience with traditional sourcing methods and the limitations they present. He explains the concept of reverse sourcing, which involves optimizing job descriptions for plain language and using inbound methods to attract candidates. Jim provides insights into successful reverse sourcing campaigns and highlights the importance of context in attracting the right talent. He also discusses challenges and obstacles in implementing reverse sourcing strategies and offers advice on overcoming them. The future of sourcing is explored, with a focus on AI-driven tools and the shift towards fair and equitable hiring processes.

    Insights

    Reverse sourcing is an effective method for attracting candidates through inbound strategies.

    By optimizing job descriptions for plain language and using targeted dissemination methods, companies can attract a larger pool of high-quality candidates.

    Traditional sourcing methods have limitations and diminishing returns.

    LinkedIn dominance and increasing noise in the sourcing space make it harder to reach potential candidates. Reverse sourcing offers a more efficient and effective alternative.

    Optimizing job descriptions for plain language and keywords is crucial for attracting the right candidates.

    By using natural language and specific keywords, companies can increase the visibility of their job ads and attract candidates who are actively searching for relevant roles.

    Location-based reverse sourcing can tap into untapped talent markets.

    By targeting specific geographies with lower competition, companies can attract candidates who may not be actively searching for jobs but are a good fit for the role.

    Reverse sourcing promotes diversity and inclusion in hiring.

    By focusing on attracting a diverse talent pool through inbound methods, companies can overcome biases and build a more representative workforce.

    Chapters

    1. Introduction
    2. Jim Miller's Experience
    3. Reverse Sourcing and Inbound
    4. Metaview AI Assistant
    5. Benefits of Reverse Sourcing
    6. Jim's Journey and Role at Ashby
    7. Transition to Ashby
    8. Challenges with Traditional Sourcing
    9. Importance of Natural Language in Job Descriptions
    10. Reverse Sourcing Methodology
    11. Jim's Experience with Reverse Sourcing
    12. Location-Based Reverse Sourcing
    13. Humorous Interaction with Paul Church
    14. Work Culture at Ashby
    15. Challenges with Traditional Sourcing Methods
    16. Reverse Sourcing Challenges
    17. Future of Sourcing
    Summary
    Transcript

    Introduction

    00:02 - 00:22

    • Welcome to Talent and Growth with host Paul Church
    • Previous episode discussed candidate outreach with Sandra
    • This episode focuses on reverse sourcing with Jim Miller

    Jim Miller's Experience

    00:22 - 00:47

    • Jim Miller is the VP of People and Talent at Ashby
    • He has a wealth of experience, previously worked at Google
    • Jim shares his journey to his current role

    Reverse Sourcing and Inbound

    00:47 - 01:15

    • Reverse sourcing is using inbound methods to attract candidates
    • Traditional sourcing methods have limitations and challenges
    • Jim discusses the importance of optimizing job descriptions for plain language

    Metaview AI Assistant

    01:17 - 01:36

    • Quick shoutout to Metaview, an AI assistant for interviewing
    • Metaview improves data accuracy and note-taking during interviews

    Benefits of Reverse Sourcing

    01:36 - 01:57

    • Reverse sourcing allows for greater reach and scale
    • It attracts candidates who are actively searching for jobs
    • Jim shares examples of successful reverse sourcing campaigns

    Jim's Journey and Role at Ashby

    01:58 - 02:24

    • Jim discusses his background as a recruiter and his time at Google
    • He joined Ashby as the head of talent and people
    • Jim explains the systems and processes he implemented at Ashby

    Transition to Ashby

    02:24 - 02:44

    • Jim became Ashby's biggest customer before joining the company
    • He reached out to the CEO and was hired for his dream job
    • Jim describes the culture and work environment at Ashby

    Challenges with Traditional Sourcing

    02:44 - 03:04

    • LinkedIn dominance and noise in the sourcing space
    • Diminishing returns from traditional sourcing methods
    • Jim emphasizes the need to quantify the effectiveness of different sourcing channels

    Importance of Natural Language in Job Descriptions

    03:04 - 03:20

    • Optimizing job descriptions for plain language and keywords
    • Writing clear requirements and success criteria for the role
    • Explaining why certain candidates may not be a good fit for the job

    Reverse Sourcing Methodology

    03:20 - 03:43

    • Reverse sourcing is an inbound online application attraction method
    • It involves optimizing job descriptions for search engine optimization
    • Maximizing dissemination of job descriptions to attract candidates

    Jim's Experience with Reverse Sourcing

    03:43 - 04:08

    • Jim shares his experience with reverse sourcing at Google
    • He explains the power of attracting candidates through job ads
    • Jim highlights the importance of context in reverse sourcing

    Location-Based Reverse Sourcing

    04:08 - 04:33

    • Targeting specific geographies for talent attraction
    • Finding untapped talent markets with lower competition
    • Jim shares an example of successfully targeting iOS engineers in Kentucky

    Humorous Interaction with Paul Church

    04:35 - 04:53

    • Paul jokingly mentions Jim hiring his staff at Google
    • They discuss the business culture and work environment at Ashby

    Work Culture at Ashby

    05:11 - 05:37

    • Ashby has a unique work culture focused on deliberate communication
    • Deep documentation and asynchronous collaboration are key
    • The company emphasizes clarity and efficiency in communication channels

    Challenges with Traditional Sourcing Methods

    06:47 - 07:03

    • LinkedIn becoming less efficient for candidate communication
    • The need to optimize traditional sourcing methods
    • Diminishing returns from traditional sourcing approaches

    Reverse Sourcing Challenges

    26:54 - 27:19

    • Overcoming biases against candidates who apply for jobs
    • Educating hiring managers on the benefits of reverse sourcing
    • Avoiding reliance on employee referrals for diversity hiring

    Future of Sourcing

    32:24 - 32:40

    • AI-driven sourcing tools with contextual understanding
    • Shift towards fair and equitable hiring processes
    • Focus on attracting a diverse and high-quality talent pool
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