According to 2017 LinkedIn Global Recruiting Trends, what are the top three sources of quality hires (starting with the best source)?.

According to the 2017 LinkedIn Global Recruiting Trends, the top three sources of quality hires, starting with the best source, are:

1. Employee Referrals: This source often yields the highest quality hires, as current employees are likely to refer candidates who fit well with the company's culture and job requirements.

2. Recruiter Outreach: Direct outreach by recruiters to potential candidates can result in high-quality hires, particularly when recruiters leverage their networks and industry knowledge.

3. Job Boards: While job boards are a widely used source for finding candidates, they tend to yield lower-quality hires compared to the first two sources. However, they remain an important tool for reaching a large pool of applicants.

These trends indicate the importance of leveraging existing employees in the recruitment process and highlight the effectiveness of proactive recruiting strategies.