We all need a little inspiration. A little something that motivates us to be better at our job every day. We asked some of LinkedIn's Top Social Recruiters in Asia Pacific what inspires them and we got a variety of responses. Responses that reinforce the belief that recruiters have the power to transform careers and transform lives. These are just few recruiters. View the entire list of Top Social Recruiters in ANZ here: http://bit.ly/1Q7vgDN. More APAC lists coming soon.

1. WHAT INSPIRES THEM?
FEBRUARY 2016

2. WHAT INSPIRES THE LINKEDIN TOP SOCIAL RECRUITERS
DIKSHA MAHTANI
APAC Recruiting
UBER
IMPACT I CREATE
My job has a direct impact on people’s lives. It is what
makes me look forward to going to work every day.
“ “
Looking for a job or changing career path can be
one of the most stressful stages in someone’s life.
To know that I have been able to help someone is
truly rewarding.
“ “
SOUTH EAST ASIA
I am passionate about getting
people the jobs they deserve.
“ “
ANZ
HONG KONG
INDIA

3. WHAT INSPIRES THE LINKEDIN TOP SOCIAL RECRUITERS
CYNDI ELLIS
Executive Recruiter
ORACLE
NEW CHALLENGES
I love that every day is different. I get to face a new
challenge and meet new people every day.
“ “
My candidates inspire me every day.
I try to inspire them by sharing the
wisdom they teach me.
“ “
Being a recruiter, you have to be
persistent and relentless about
getting the candidate you want.
“ “
SOUTH EAST ASIA
ANZ
HONG KONG
INDIA

4. WHAT INSPIRES THE LINKEDIN TOP SOCIAL RECRUITERS
SALIYA KATUNGU
Talent Acquisition
AMAZON
AN OPEN MIND
I am fortunate to have been trained & mentored by
awesome women in technology.
“ “
They continue to be an inspiration for me and my
advice to fellow recruiters is to take things on with
passion and enthusiasm and grab opportunities
presented to you.
“ “
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Keep an open mind to be able
to adapt and innovate in order
to develop yourself.
“ “
ANZ
HONG KONG
INDIA

5. Recruiting Specialist
UBER
“
WHAT INSPIRES THE LINKEDIN TOP SOCIAL RECRUITERS
MEGAN BEALE
BEING IN LOVE
Being in love with being a recruiter gives you a
lot of drive.
“
It has helped me go above and beyond just giving
a standard reach out, and care more about the
candidate’s experience.
“ “
SOUTH EAST ASIA
I love that every day is different. I
have some amazing conversations
with a wide variety of people.
There is never a dull moment.
“
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ANZ
HONG KONG
INDIA

6. Recruitment Lead
ACCENTURE
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WHAT INSPIRES THE LINKEDIN TOP SOCIAL RECRUITERS
JIMMY LEE
PEOPLE STORIES
I love talking to people and meeting new people
which is why I love being a recruiter.
“
Being a recruiter allows me to listen to people’s
stories and deepen my knowledge, which helps
me help others.
“ “
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Being passionate about my job
allows me to do it well.
“ “
ANZ
HONG KONG
INDIA

7. WHAT INSPIRES THE LINKEDIN TOP SOCIAL RECRUITERS
KARINA MALHOTRA
Recruitment and Talent Advisor
RIO TINTO
ACHIEVING NEW HEIGHTS
I feel privileged to be able to interact with people
all across the organisation.
“ “
Strong personal values, hard work, accountability
and passion – these inspire me to be focused and to
achieve my goals.
“ “
SOUTH EAST ASIA
I love being able to interact with
people across the globe. There
is a sense of achievement after
filling complex roles.
“
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ANZ
HONG KONG
INDIA

8. WHAT INSPIRES THE LINKEDIN TOP SOCIAL RECRUITERS
GARIMA SHARMA
Talent Acquisition and Recruitment
MICROSOFT
LOVE FOR WORK
I love talking to candidates to understand their
goals and aspirations, as well as, I love sharing
with them my company’s vision.
“ “
When I entered the executive search industry,
it was a turning point in my life.
“
“
SOUTH EAST ASIA
I get to talk to people from
all over the world. It is a
huge learning platform.
“ “
ANZ
HONG KONG
INDIA

9. CHECK OUT WHO ELSE IS ON THE LIST