# [[6 - Creating and Manage Job Posts]] ## [Generate usage reports for better insights](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/learning-linkedin-recruiter-22854115/generate-useage-reports-for-better-insights?resume=false) Reports in LinkedIn Recruiter provide insights into your recruiting activities, helping you refine your strategies and improve efficiency. They include various types like Summary, Pipeline, Usage, InMail, Jobs, Custom, and Funnel reports. These reports help you track key metrics such as response rates, candidate engagement, and recruiter activity, allowing you to make data-driven decisions to enhance your recruiting process. - **Accessing Reports**: Go to the top menu and hover over the "Reports" tab to see different types of reports like Summary, Pipeline, Usage, InMail, Jobs, Custom, and Funnel. Select the one you want to view. - **Using Filters**: On the left side, you can use filters to customize your report. For example, you can change the date range or filter by role type and location. - **Key Metrics**: Important metrics to look at include: - *InMail Response Rate*: How often do candidates reply to your messages? - *Candidate Engagement*: How often do candidates interact with your job postings? - *Recruiter Activity*: How much your team is using LinkedIn Recruiter and how efficiently? - **Saving and Exporting**: You can save reports with different settings or export them to analyze the data further. - **Interpreting Data**: Look for trends and patterns in the data. For example, if your InMail response rates are low, you might need to improve your messaging. If a job posting has high engagement, try to replicate its success in future posts. By understanding these reports, you can refine your recruiting strategies and achieve better results. ## [Create custom reports](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/learning-linkedin-recruiter-22854115/create-custom-reports?resume=false) Creating custom reports in LinkedIn Recruiter is easy. Here’s a simple breakdown: 1. **Access Custom Reports**: Go to the reports section and select "Custom" to start creating your report. 2. **Choose Metrics**: Pick the data points you want to see, like user activity or project details. 3. **Set Parameters**: Customize the report by setting filters such as date range, user roles, or locations. 4. **Save or Export**: Once done, save your report for future use or export it to share with your team. These custom reports help you focus on the data that matters most to your recruiting goals, making it easier to make informed decisions.