The Sourcer's Playbook [Paperback]

Geoff Peterson (Author)

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Product Description

The Sourcer's Playbook is a book dedicated to Sourcers, Recruiters and Researchers. This invaluable book is filled with over 100+ "play-by-play" tutorials for finding active and passive talent directly and indirectly using the web. Take a deep dive into Social and Business Networks, Social Media, Search Engines, The Blogosphere, Microblogs, Niche Communities, Groups, Mobile Technologies, and Sourcer Tools and Technologies. See how to harness the power of the web with advanced search techniques, strings, hacks, commands and sourcing strategies.

Product Details

• Paperback: 182 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing (June 11, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1439230722
• ISBN-13: 978-1439230725
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #807,236 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid Addition to Any Recruiter/Sourcer's Toolbox, July 12, 2009

By	Christopher Hoyt "RecruiterGuy" (Dallas, TX USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Sourcer's Playbook (Paperback)

Whether or not you're a Sourcer that's just getting started or a Recruiter that's been in the industry for years, I think you'll find The Sourcer's Playbook a solid addition to your recruiting toolbox.

Step-by-step practices ranging from complete search engine overviews to effective ways to work with new media, social networks and the blogosphere keep you moving through this well authored book at a very comfortable speed. With a unique visual style, Geoff Peterson has presented this vital information in a fun and easily digestible format.

A few points worth mentioning would be Geoff's breakdown of social bookmarking sites like Diigo and Technorati - a great (and quick) review for those behind the curve on social bookmarking.
Also something I suspect many may enjoy are the author's recommended FireFox add-ons and quick customizations. Having been the long running browser of choice for many sourcers and recruiters this review of "must haves" for FireFox is a jump start for anyone looking to squeeze just a bit more sourcing power out of their web time.

With additional breakdowns of 3rd party sites, matching platforms, and social networking for recruiting, these 5 simple chapters could make the difference in your next hiring initiative - if not the rest of them.
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I give "The Sourcers Playbook" my strongest recommendation, June 29, 2009

By	Jim Stroud - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Sourcer's Playbook (Paperback)

I was fortunate enough to be among the first to review this work prior to its release here on Amazon. My thoughts? BUY IT! Buy it now! Allow me to explain...

I have over a decade of experience conducting internet research, competitive intelligence and training Recruiters on internet research techniques inside Microsoft, Google, Siemens, MCI and a string of startup companies. As such, I have been privy to several trends, tools and tech that all Sourcers should be leveraging in their daily routine. As I read through THE SOURCERS PLAYBOOK, I realized that Geoff Peterson had discussed the most relevant tools and more profitable techniques in a clear, concise and casual manner. Furthermore, the images supported are presented so well that everyone from novice to expert can immediately "get it" and put into action.

I give The Sourcers Playbook my strongest recommendation.

Jim Stroud, Founder
The Recruiters Lounge
http://therecruiterslounge.com

*The Recruiters Lounge is an award-winning blog that explores the wacky world of employment with video, podcasts, articles and more. It is written by Jim Stroud and friends.