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Momentum Resilient LifeNeurodiversity At Work with Theo Smith | Momentum Resilient Life Talk #31#neurodiversity #inclusion #neurodivergent
Theo Smith is the co-author of the Business Book Awards Winner for best book in DE&I ‘Neurodiversity At Work: Drive innovation, performance and productivity with a neurodiverse workforce’. He’s worked in the recruitment and employment sector as a leader for over 15 years. He describes himself as Neurodivergent and a Neurodiversity advocate.
He brings plenty of lived experience to ND at work as someone who associates with being ND, Dyslexic, ADHD, Autistic and… He is also the dad of a neurologically diverse family.
We talk about what neurodiversity is in its broad...
2022-12-2047 min
The People PodcastMerry Christmas Everyone 🎄 We are off to eat mincepies!Hey everyone!
It's Alan and Jeremy, the two hosts of the People podcast.
After the success of our mid-year roundup (when we went on our summer break), we decided to don our best Christmas outfits and record a very Christmas themed end of year wrap up.
Although ChatTalent turned 3 this year, our Udder company (yes, we did chose the name just for the millions of puns) turned 1 last Saturday. So we wanted to take the time during this episode to discuss how our first year in business has gone.
These past...
2020-12-1811 min
The People PodcastEpisode 41 with David D'Souza about WFH and the future of HRHello, and welcome back to another episode of the #ChatTalentPeoplePodcast where I was joined by the ever-youthful David D’Souza, Membership Director of the CIPD.
Throughout the episode, we get to know the man behind the curtain and find out if the CIPD is still as relevant as it was 30 years ago.
I started the episode with a few rapid-fire questions to find out more about David, the person, not David, Membership Director. What was his favourite wine, favourite song and who was his role model?
While doing my research for this episode, I...
2020-11-2725 min
The People PodcastEpisode 40 with Lucy Williams about portfolio careers and soft skillsGood morning and welcome back to another episode of the #ChatTalentPeoplePodcast!
After a few mishaps, including a power cut, we finally managed to welcome Lucy Williams, the new Head of Talent Acquisition for Sennder.
Lucy is an incredible breath of fresh air in our industry and has a real passion for delivering value from a TA perspective.
After accidentally landing a job in international recruitment, Lucy found herself living in Dubai for just over twelve years. But now she is back in the UK and very interestingly helping out at a hospitality startup...
2020-11-1225 min
The People PodcastEpisode 39 with Vern Howard on candidate experienceWelcome back to another episode of the #ChatTalentPeoplePodcast!
In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Vern Howard, CEO and Co-founder of Hallo.
As per my usual, we talked about a lot. About how Hallo came to be formed. About the importance of data to support targeted student campaigns, which Vern said it best:
“Without data, it’s like throwing darts at a board and hoping for the best”
And about how Hallo are currently using heat-maps to show companies where great students are... and where their competitors might not be!
Allowi...
2020-10-2938 min
The People PodcastEpisode 37 with Keith MoranI was delighted to have the opportunity to virtually sit down with one of their clients, Kieth Moran from SL Controls.
People clearly play a big part in the development of any business. But for SL Controls, the advancements in technology (robotics, virtual reality and data) meant their strategy was constantly changing. So I wanted to find out how they communicated those changes to their people. Without affecting personal development or culture.
Implementing a 3-year strategy, and using quarterly reviews, 1-1s conversations have been massive for the overall success of the SL Controls strategy...
2020-10-1227 min
The People PodcastWe are off on holiday!Hey everyone!
It's Alan and Jeremy, the two hosts of the People podcast.
Now, you very rarely ever hear us talking to each other as we're normally talking to some really interesting people (which we're not).
You've probably already noticed that this episode isn't like the other ones. That's because we decided to take the next few weeks during the holiday period and give you a break from our voices.
But don't worry, we are planning on coming back sometime around September, bigger, better, and probably between the two of us, a...
2020-07-2903 min
The People PodcastEpisode 37: Jack Parsons on the importance of mentorsThis week, in the second episode of the two-part podcast, co-host Jeremy Russon continues his conversation with YouthGroup CEO, Jack Parsons.
Amongst confessing their love for dogs, they discuss the importance of mentors.
“Mentors are really important for every single generation. More so for the younger generation” – Jack Parsons
As well as the value that recruiters can provide by becoming mentors themselves and offering their knowledge and expertise to youth.
Jack Parsons is a 25-year-old award-winning digital entrepreneur and CEO of The Youth Group. He loves dogs with all his heart and believes being...
2020-07-2221 min
The People PodcastEpisode 36: Jack Parsons about the importance of youth (PART 1)We decided to do something a little different. We’ve made a two-part podcast episode as the topic was just that interesting!
When we decided to do this specific podcast episode, co-host Jeremy Russon threw himself into research to find out everything there was to know about youths.
What he found was extremely broad, it changed definition based on where he looked.
The Cambridge Dictionary defines youth as the period between childhood and adult age.
While the United Nations class it as anybody aged between 15to24, The Princes Trust between 13to30 an...
2020-07-1530 min
The People PodcastEpisode 35: Robert St Jacques on evidence based HRIn today’s episode of the #ChatTalent People Podcast co-host Jeremy Russon was curious to find out what evidence HR actually is so he asked the Director of Customer Success at 7Geese Robert St Jacques, who really knows his stuff.
They discuss how an evidence based approach should be used to build credibility with business leaders and how the combination of 4 key elements:
The needs and wants of stakeholders
The findings of your internal research
The findings of your external research
Personal professional expertise
Will allow you to find a solution to the problems you ar...
2020-07-0826 min
The People PodcastEpisode 34: Chris Heron and James Dalton on the topics of culture and engagement.In this episode of the people podcast Alan Walker interviewed Chris Heron and James Dalton of Visibly, on the topics of culture and engagement.
They discuss about how companies can bridge the gap between perceived, actual and desired cultures; organisational sub-cultures; the needs, wants and desires of employees; how organisations can better engage their teams - a whole heap more on this topic.
Enjoy!
2020-07-0126 min
The People PodcastEpisode 33: Alison Ettridge on how data and insights are core to any HR teamIn this episode of The People Podcast my co-host Jeremy Russon chatted with Alison Ettridge from Talent Intuition.
They discussed how data and insights are core to any HR team that wants to be perceived as more than just an admin function.
Enjoy!
2020-06-2427 min
The People PodcastEpisode 32: Matt Burns on How digital transformation should be an ongoing state, not a moment in time.In this brilliant episode of The People Podcast co-host Jeremy Russon spoke to the founder of BentoHR, Matt Burns.
Putting the confusion as to who was the host aside - Matt, it was definitely Jeremy you were chatting to - they had a fantastic conversation about digital transformation.
They talked about how digital will define business success, and how any future of work transformation should be be looked on as an ongoing, iterative process - not a moment in time project.
Top notch stuff from a true HR leader!
Enjoy
2020-06-1725 min
The People PodcastEpisode 31: Randy Moore on Chatbots with Personality and Virtual JobsIn this episode of the People Podcast, Alan Walker spoke to the wonderful Randy Moore.
They pretty much covered everything, chatbots, virtual jobs, AI, machine learning - world peace - you name it, we discussed it.
But mostly building chatbots with personalities and virtual jobs.
Enjoy!
2020-06-0826 minThe People PodcastEpisode 30: Sam Smith on the challenges and excitement of life sciences recruitment during COVID19In this episode, Jeremy Russon chatted to Sam Smith of Kelly OCG.
They talked about what OCG stands for and the challenges and excitement of life sciences recruitment during COVID19.
They also discussed their personal struggles of this time and of course, pillow fights!
Enjoy!
2020-06-0222 minThe People PodcastNigel Holland on the HOW, WHAT and WHY of RESILIENCEIn this episode, Alan Walker spoke to Nigel Holland of The Holland Network about resilience.
They discussed what exactly resilience is, why it's important right now, and how you can build more of it.
They also briefly compared their equally disappointing football teams.
Enjoy!
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2020-05-2617 minThe People PodcastJerome Ternynck [SmartRecruiters] on Hiring Success during a crisis (and invading Belgium)In this episode, Alan talked to recruitment technology legend and SmartRecruiters CEO Jerome Ternynck.
They talked about what TA leaders should be doing during a downturn, SmartRecruiters' 3 point response to Covid 19 and about Hiring Success - both the concept and his book of the same title.
There may also have been a discussion about invading Belgium.
Enjoy!
2020-05-1927 minThe People Podcast'Google' Dave Hazlehurst on Generosity & kindness being the currencies of influenceYou're about to listen to Alan's laughter-filled chat with Google Dave Hazelhurst.
They talked about a whole heap of things. Probably the most tangible was about generosity & kindness being the currencies of influence.
Enjoy!
2020-04-3026 minThe People PodcastSarah Duggan on Why Recruitment and Talent need to be more closely intertwinedYou're about to listen to Jeremy Russon chatting with Occupational and Organisational Psychologist Sarah Duggan.
They talked about why recruitment and talent development using different tools and measures is a problem......and why those two titans of HR should be working more closely.
Enjoy!
2020-04-3023 minThe People PodcastGareth Jones on HR Tech, "The New Normal"...and other leadership b****cksIn this episode, Alan spoke to Headstart CEO Gareth Jones.
They talked a little about HR tech - how it's evolved, and where it's heading - and a lot about "The New Normal", the 4 day week and other leadership b****cks.
Enjoy!
2020-04-2926 minThe People PodcastJoanne Lockwood on A new paradigm for the world of inclusionIn this episode, Jeremy Russon took the reigns when he spoke to inclusion and belonging specialist Joanne Lockwood.
Joanne told us that as more people work remotely, particularly from home, there's a new paradigm coming in the diversity and inclusion world - and introduced us to her thoughts on it.
Enjoy!
2020-04-2824 minThe People PodcastKaitlyn Holbein on The Implications of Covid19 on the Employer Branding and Recruitment Marketing SpaceIn this episode, Alan spoke to Canada’s smartest Employer Brand Consultant (as far as we know, anyway), Kaitlyn Holbein.
They talked about the implications of Covid19 on employer branding and what this means for recruitment marketers.
They also discussed what those with increased levels of hiring should be doing, and equally what those with less pressing needs today should be doing to ensure they can ramp up in the future.
Enjoy!
2020-04-2728 minThe People PodcastDaniel O'Neill on The impact of Covid19 on NYC's artistic communityIn this episode, Alan spoke to Freestyle Frisbee World Champion and World Urban Games Gold Medalist Daniel O'Neill.
A random guest for the ChatTalent People Podcast you may think - but Daniel is from our world, having led business development for several recruitment marketing agencies.
They spoke about the impact of Covid19 on New York's artistic community, a little about employer branding - and of course quite a bit about frisbee.
A unique chat with a unique chap.
Enjoy!
2020-04-2423 minThe People PodcastMatt Jessop on Data, taking stock and thinking about the futureIn this episode, Alan spoke to HR Tech implementation genius, data wizard and all-round lovely chap Matt Jessop.
They talked about data - how to get it right, but why it so often goes wrong - and why now is a great time to think about your future.
Enjoy
2020-04-2324 minThe People PodcastNicola Sullivan on Delivering a great candidate experience in a crisisIn this episode, Alan spoke to the wonderful Nicola Sullivan of Meet & Engage.
They talked about delivering a great candidate experience during a crisis.
They discussed the stuff you should do more of, the stuff you should do less of and the stuff you should never have been doing in the first place.
Enjoy!
2020-04-2323 minThe People PodcastNick Livingston on Collecting interview data and collaboration in a remote worldIn this episode, Jeremy Russon spoke to Nick Livingston of Honeit.
They talked about The Toucan (in London's Soho), conversational content, interview intelligence and collaboration.
Nick also told us that he was coming back to claim the Talent Tech Rising belt........and why the fundamental thought process for a recruiter is "schedule - screen - submit".
Is it really that simple?
Enjoy!
2020-04-2225 minThe People PodcastOzlem Sarioglu on Making coaching accessible to everyoneIn this episode, Jeremy Russon spoke to Ozlem Sarioglu of SparkUS.
They talked about how having a passion for coaching was a great starting point for her, but more importantly that by understanding the impact coaching can have on a business and adapting the delivery you can make it accessible for all.
A really insightful chat with an award-winning coaching expert.
Enjoy!
2020-04-2222 minThe People PodcastJared Massey on How RPOs can best support their clients during C-19In this episode, Jeremy Russon spoke to Jared Massey of Hudson RPO.
They talked about handling the furlough conversation, RPOs, flexibility in teams and reacting to client needs now and in the future.
A practical conversation with a down to earth Northern chap
Enjoy!
2020-04-1721 minThe People PodcastRichard Hutchinson on Adapting your recruitment focus during C-19In this episode, Jeremy Russon spoke to Richard Hutchinson of CityFibre.
They spoke about the need at times likes this for TA to think differently to deliver continuous value to the business, and what Richard's team at CityFibre are doing to ensure the roll-out of an advanced Broadband system for the UK.
Enjoy!
2020-04-1719 minThe People PodcastStephen O'Donnell on The hiring process from a candidate perspectiveIn this episode, Jeremy Russon spoke to Stephen O'Donnell.
Stephen lifted the lid on the hole in the car-park, the original recruitment website, the NORAS and how proud he is of his doctor son.
All of that was amongst an underlying theme of the hiring process from a candidate perspective
Enjoy!
2020-04-1740 minThe People PodcastDoug Applegate on HR needing to "lean in" to the current situationIn this episode Alan Walker chatted to Recruitment & HR Tech aficionado Doug Applegate.
They talked about how HR needs to "lean in" to the current situation, and what they can do to support their staff through the application of HR Tech.
Enjoy!
2020-04-1525 minThe People PodcastRia Shroff Desai on Turning around under-performing teamsIn this episode, Alan Walker chatted to mightily impressive Ria Shroff Desai of Sula Vineyards about turning around underperforming teams.
They also discussed being comfortable with challenging your boss, empowering your team and letting people go with dignity.
Ria also improved Alan's knowledge of the Indian wine industry by 1000%.
Enjoy!
2020-04-0924 minThe People PodcastBas Van De Haterd on The Impact of Covid19 on Events (and other stuff)In this episode, Alan Walker was joined by professional snoop, event organiser and HR tech geek Bas Van De Haterd.
They talked about the impact of this crisis on his world - events and consulting - and discussed how the usage of certain HR technology is being accelerated due to more people working from home.
Enjoy!
2020-04-0829 minThe People PodcastKatrina Collier on How you treat people today will be remembered... forever!In this episode, Alan Waker was joined by his 2nd favourite Australian - after Crocodile Dundee - Katrina Collier.
They talked about the impact of peoples behaviour during a crisis, and Katrina reminded us that how you treat people during difficult times will be remembered forever.
We also discussed some of the incredible opportunities that will come out of this particular crisis - for humankind, not just professionally.
Enjoy!
2020-04-0730 minThe People PodcastDexter Cousins on Anything BUT Covid19In this episode, Jeremy Russon was joined by Dexter Cousins.
Dexter didn't want to talk Covid19, so they chatted about reasons to move to Australia, Greggs at Newcastle Airport and some interesting HR stuff too.
Enjoy!
2020-04-0642 minThe People PodcastWill & Mike of Horsefly on supporting their community during Covid19In this episode, Alan Walker was joined by Will Crandle and Mike Basnett Sandiford of Horsefly.
They talked about the huge increase in searches on Horsefly since the Covid19 crisis began and how it's impacted their clients.
They also discussed the pragmatic support that Horsefly is offering both current HR teams and those in HR, Talent and Recruitment who have been faced with redundancy.
Enjoy!
2020-04-0317 minThe People PodcastJeremy Ames on Remote Working, Positivity and MotivationIn this episode, Alan Walker was joined by Jeremy Ames of Hive Tech.
They spoke about Covid19 and how Jeremy's business was already setup to support remote working.
They also discussed the impact on his client's projects, why this crisis will lead to positive changes in how we value relationships, and what he is doing to keep his team in high spirits.
Enjoy!
2020-04-0218 min
The People PodcastSteve Ward on Data-driven Employer BrandingIn this episode, Alan Walker was joined by Steve Ward of Universum.
They spoke a little bit about Covid19... and a lot about data-driven Employer Branding.
We discussed the importance of being data-led rather than going on gut feeling, how opinions of your brand externally are far more important than your opinions internally, and how the wants, needs and desires of student talent may be coming full circle.
That last point alone is well worth a listen!
2020-04-0129 min
The People PodcastEva Zils on HR HackathonIn this episode, Alan Walker was joined by Eva Zils.
They talked about HR Hackathon. What it is, where the idea came from, who should get involved and when it is happening.
Enjoy!
Useful info for HR Hackathon
Website: www.hrhackathon.net
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hr-hackathon-online-create-hr-tech-in-light-of-the-covid-19-crisis-tickets-101037634284
And don't forget to check out https://chattalent.com for more great content.
2020-03-3118 minThe People PodcastKim Lokenberg on Keeping Positive During Covid19In this episode, Jeremy Russon was joined by Kim Lokenberg.
He talks with Kim about maintaining a positive mindset during the current coronavirus crisis and the unexpected outcome that will come out of it. You'll need to listen until the end to find out what that is!
Enjoy!
2020-03-3026 minThe People PodcastPawel Adrjan of Indeed on the Economy & BrexitIn this episode, Alan Walker was joined by Pawel Adrjan - Head of EMEA Research at Indeed. They discussed the economy, the potential impact of Brexit on UK businesses and what this means for the people who work in those businesses.
2020-02-1124 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Julia Jolkin meets Alan at #SOSUUK 2018Alan meets Julie Jolkin at #SOSUUK (Sourcing Summit UK), where they talk about the event - and the challenges of hiring in Estonia (and how she's smashing it, and her business (http://www.ittalent.ee/).
2019-07-0806 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Martyn Redstone meets Alan at #SOSUUK 2018Alan meets Martyn Redstone at #SOSUUK (Sourcing Summit UK), where they talk about the event - and RoboRecruiter (https://www.roborecruiter.ai/)
2019-07-0503 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: David Sankar meets Alan at #SOSUUK 2018Alan meets David Sankar at #SOSUUK (Sourcing Summit UK), where they talk about the event, philosophy, the sweet music of sourcing and his role at Renault (http://www.group.renault.com).
2019-07-0305 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Karsten Vagner of Hired meets Alan Walker at RecFest 2018Karsten Vagner, Senior Director of People Operations at Hired, spoke to Alan Walker of #ChatTalent at RecFest 2018.
They got on to a subject that is close to both of their hearts, diversity and inclusion - specifically social inclusion - and Columbia's unfortunate defeat to England at the World Cup. :)
2019-07-0204 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Felix Wetsel meets Alan at #SOSUUK 2018Alan meets Felix Wetsel at #SOSUUK (Sourcing Summit UK), where they talk about the event - and Pocket Recruiter (https://www.pocketrecruiter.com/).
2019-06-2805 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Lars Schmidt of Amplify/HROS meets Alan at RecFest 2018Lars Schmidt, the founder of Amplify and HROS, met with Alan Walker of #ChatTalent at RecFest 2018 - where he was MC of the main stage.
They talked about how brilliant it is to be able to meet so many people you've met online in person, the development of RecFest over the last 5 years and how it's unique format sets it apart from many other events.
2019-06-2705 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Craig Fisher and Matt Charney of Allegis meet Alan at RecFest 2018Craig and Matt - who head up marketing for Allegis - spoke to Alan Walker of #ChatTalent at RecFest 2018.
They spoke about the difference in recruitment innovation between the UK and the US market (suprisingly, they think the UK is ahead), the unique event that is RecFest - and how they've both played a part in its incredible growth - and then gave Alan the runaround for 8 minutes.
Probably the most fun interview Alan did at RecFest.
2019-06-2608 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Jennifer Candee of Mondelez meets Alan at RecFest 2018Mondelez's Global Head of Talent Acquisition and Employer Brand, Jennifer Candee, gave up some of her time to speak to Alan Walker of #ChatTalent - at RecFest 2018.
She talked about being an original RecFester - since it's inception 5 years ago; virtual reality in onboarding; the talent acquisition challenges she's tackling - and how flexible working allows her to juggle one of the biggest jobs in recruitment and being a hands-on parent.
2019-06-1406 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Bill Boorman meets Alan Walker at RecFest 2018Bill Boorman - the founder of the #tru series of recruitment unconferences - meets Alan Walker of #ChatTalent.
They spoke about his love of the RecFest events, learned more about the work he does advising tech vendors and large corporates, and how machine learning/automation needs to be managed with care.
2019-06-1408 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Tim Sackett meets Alan at #SOSUUK 2018Alan meets Tim Sackett at #SOSUUK (Sourcing Summit UK), where they talk about the event, his new book, hard drugs ... and then the camera fell over. Twice. (4.13 and 4.40)
https://www.amazon.com/Talent-Fix-Leaders-Guide-Recruiting/dp/1586445227
2019-06-1407 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Marcel van der Meer meets Alan at #SOSUUK 2018Alan meets Marcel van der Meer at #SOSUUK (Sourcing Summit UK), where they talk about the event, growth hacking, personal brand and his role at Rabobank (http://www.rabobank.nl/).
2019-05-2704 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Matt Buckland of Workable meets Alan Walker at RecFest 2018Matt Buckland, VP of Customer Advocacy at Workable, met with Alan Walker of #ChatTalent at RecFest 2018.
He spoke about his rather unique role at Workable, his varied career - which includes Facebook, Bloomberg, a number of startups and VCs.
He also spoke about the flexibility of Workable as a tool, their sponsorship of RecFest (including their secret bar), and how they're one of the best-kept secrets in the industry. And RecFest ticket touts.
He also had a - slightly - better hat than Alan.
2019-04-3007 minThe People PodcastFLASHBACK: Karen Azulaih meets Alan at #SOSUUK 2018Alan meets Karen Azulai at #SOSUUK (Sourcing Summit UK), where they talk about the event, the future of sourcing (look away now if you're of a nervous disposition) and do a little dancing (bad dancing, on Alan's part*).
* Which of course you won't see on a podcast. If you're curious, go here:-
https://youtu.be/o9VnfCoa-qQ
2019-01-1504 minThe People PodcastAlan meets... Tim SackettWe talk TA, sourcing, blogging, #SOSUUK, his new book and much more.
I think I also freak him out a little, with my fanboy ways and my talk of Kathy Bates in Misery.
The video version of this interview can be accessed via our YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/krOGWQ9tK5k
2018-05-0850 minThe People PodcastRachel Barnes - The Future of HRIn this episode I was joined by Rachel Barnes, who looks after the HR & Recruitment Technology sector for business builder The Sandpit.
We discussed the Future of HR, more specifically the skills that are going to be needed by HR professionals to be successful in the future
– and, of course, I couldn’t avoid asking Rachel about the shiny new tech that she’s working with right now and seeing coming through in the not too distant future.
2018-01-1524 minThe People PodcastMatt Alder talks Exceptional TalentIn this episode I was joined by Matt Alder, author of Exceptional Talent and a highly regarded Talent Acquisition Innovation Consultant.
We discussed Matt’s new book - which I heartedly advise you buy (regardless of my newbie faux pas during the episode), and we learnt what he means by “Exceptional Talent”
We also discussed what organisations – big and small - should be doing to reach, attract and recruit that exceptional talent.
2017-12-0719 min