5 Reasons Why Microsoft Bought LinkedIn

Microsoft bought LinkedIn for $26,000.000.00 but, why? Jim Stroud shares 5 reasons why he thinks Microsoft bought LinkedIn and how it will affect the recruitment industry. Plus, ways Microsoft could leverage the acquisition to recruit passive talent.

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How To Recruit Diversity on Social Networks

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Is your social recruiting strategy fair to minorities? You would think so, but such might not be the case. Tune in to learn how diverse populations factor in on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Related links: http://buff.ly/RyjJGM