Wim Damans
Ditching Linkedin: Reddit and Discord as alternative sourcing tools
#1about 1 minute
Questioning the dominance of LinkedIn for sourcing
Data from the Netherlands reveals that a significant portion of the working population is missing or has incomplete profiles on LinkedIn.
#2about 2 minutes
Why you should source talent in online communities
Engaging candidates in their own online communities allows you to connect with them in their safe space and reach them when they are contemplating a job change.
#3about 4 minutes
Discovering where your target candidates hang out online
Use tools like Google, Google Trends, and simply asking current employees or candidates to identify the online communities where your target audience is active.
#4about 7 minutes
An introduction to Reddit for talent sourcing
Reddit is a massive, interest-based platform structured around communities called subreddits, making it a rich environment for finding specific talent pools.
#5about 3 minutes
Using Discord servers to find and engage candidates
Discord has evolved from a gamer-centric platform to a collection of servers for various interests, including numerous developer and professional communities.
#6about 5 minutes
How to respectfully engage with online communities
To succeed in community sourcing, you must first understand the community's purpose and rules, and contribute your expertise in areas like CVs and salaries rather than just posting jobs.
#7about 2 minutes
Techniques for identifying anonymous candidates online
Use tools like 'What's My Name' and a 'honeypot' LinkedIn profile link to cross-reference usernames and uncover the identities of anonymous candidates.
#8about 2 minutes
Building a positive reputation for long-term success
Succeed in community sourcing by being human, building credibility over time, helping the community, and avoiding hard-selling your jobs.
#9about 7 minutes
Q&A on company accounts and candidate engagement
The speaker advises using personal accounts for engagement and company accounts for ads, emphasizing a relaxed, human tone to avoid making candidates defensive.
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