SourceCon Community, 

Not too long ago, Adam Kovacs was a guest on “The Source!” demonstrating the very cool tool - Perplexity. In case you missed it, click here. Anyways, in a recent LinkedIn post, he asked “What will Sourcing 3.0 look like?” There were several opinions shared. This was mine. (I added links for easy reference.)

If my supposition is correct, then to stay relevant and indeed, a high-value candidate in the talent, the following skills are necessary.

1. Data Analytics and Predictive Modeling: Understanding data patterns and predictive analytics will be crucial. Recruiters should be comfortable interpreting data and using it to make informed decisions about where to source candidates and how to engage them.

2. Technology Proficiency: As recruitment tools evolve, staying updated with the latest technologies, including AI and machine learning, will be essential. Recruiters should understand how these technologies work and how to apply them effectively in their processes.

3. Content Creation and Marketing: The ability to create or oversee the creation of engaging content that appeals to specific candidates will be important. Skills in digital marketing, particularly in content marketing and strategy, will help recruiters attract the right talent.

4. Personalization Techniques: Skills in personalizing interactions and content based on candidate data will set recruiters apart. Understanding behavioral cues and preferences to tailor communications and job offers will be a key skill.

5. Ethical Use of AI and Data: With a heavy reliance on AI and data, understanding the ethical implications and maintaining transparency in how data is used and how AI-driven decisions are made will be crucial to maintain trust.

6. Soft Skills: Despite the technological advancements, human interaction remains vital. Skills in empathy, communication, and relationship-building will continue to be important, especially as recruitment becomes more candidate-centric.

Education Recommendations:

I wouldn’t go so far as to say you need a degree in psychology to be the ultimate recruiter or sourcer but, it would certainly help. Pete Radloff who gave a stellar presentation on the psychology of sourcing at our last SourceCon event would certainly agree with me on that. If a degree in psyche seems too much, here are some other considerations.

• Courses in Industrial-Organizational Psychology: To gain insights into best practices in human resources and the psychological principles that guide organizational behavior.

• Workshops on Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology: To learn specific techniques for better candidate assessments and interviews.

• Certifications in Social and Consumer Psychology: To enhance strategies around employer branding and candidate engagement.

I sometimes overthink things, so I could be way off base. What do you think? Let me know via the poll below and/or reply back with what you think the future holds for sourcing.

I’ll post the results of the poll next week. ;-)

Until then, happy hunting.

Jim Stroud
Your SourceCon Editor

P.S. If you would like a shout-out in an upcoming episode of “The Source!,” tag us on social media (@SourceCon) with the hashtag #SourceConShoutOut and I will do what I can. 

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