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The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP264: George Bristow, Co-Founder at Bristow & Hardy - Why Recruitment Marketing Is Essential to BusinessJoined in this episode by George Bristow, Director & Co-Founder of Bristow & Hardy, a Manchester based recruitment marketing agency established in 2018. Understanding what works and doesn't work for recruitment companies - through their 5+ years of evolution. Working with numerous recruitment businesses across the UK & Internationally, helping them enhance their marketing strategies. Lysha and George delve into the importance of cementing your company and personal brand but also talked discussion points such as...What is EVP? - They touched on maintaining a strong EVP, especially in a competitive market.Pros & Cons of GlassDoor Reviews2025-02-2437 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP263: Natasha Klymczuk, Director at Kennedy Fox Associates - Retained Isn't Just For Senior Hiring!Natasha, Global Executive Search Director of Kennedy Fox, shedded light on her experiences and insights into the recruitment industry. Natasha the "near" nurse - ex "near" graduate, highlights the importance of industry experience & the right personality type in recruitment - including Natasha moving from inside the industry she operated for to recruiting for them. She shares the global reach of her company in the manufacturing sector, specialising in industrial engineering and scientific fields which she is very familiar with...Lysha and Natasha dive into the challenges of working in recruitment: career plateaus, market fluctuations, the emotional resilience n...2025-02-1741 min
RecTalk Podcast - Explore Recruitment InsightsThe Power of Personal Branding in Recruitment with Darren Westall, CEO of PaigerIn this episode of RecTalk, I sit down with Darren Westall, CEO of Paiger, to dive into the world of personal branding in recruitment. We discuss Paiger's journey, why recruiters must leverage LinkedIn, and how AI is shaping the future of content marketing for recruiters. If you're a recruiter struggling to build your brand or unsure how to maximize LinkedIn, this episode is packed with actionable insights!đš What Youâll Learn:â
The history of Paiger and its mission in recruitment marketingâ
Why personal branding is a game-changer for recruitersâ
How to use LinkedIn effectively to build your brandâ
How AI is enhanci...2025-02-1442 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP262: Kate O'Neill, Director Of Kate O'Neill Coaching - How Do We Future Proof Hiring Through TraineesKate O'Neill, Director of her own Recruitment Coaching business and newest addition - Job Slinger Academy. Delivering 12 years of her experience to help Recruitment companies hire the best trainees who are prepped & trained before they even step in.. plus also offering recruitment professionals and businesses tailored coaching and training. A full on discussion in this episode with Kate bringing so much to the table - Lysha really digs into the depth of Kate's Knowledge with a very unique touch. Also, brought onto the topic of the shift in the recruitment industry, particularly the rapid hiring boom during...2025-02-1045 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP261: Chris O'Connell, Leadership Coach/NED Of BASE Mindset - Why Leaders Should Show More HumilityChris O'Connell made a return appearance, Leadership Coach of BASE Mindset, dives deep into his personal and professional journey. Explaining the loss of his ÂŁ25 million business, family tribulations & homelessness which brings him onto how he has created a business where he shares his business lessons learnt and supports leaders as they scale and grow their own companies.In this episode, both Lysha and Chris explore themes like authenticity, vulnerability, and the importance of strong relationships in Recruitment business. Also, interesting topics of:Recruitment industry's changing landscape to balance between traditional methods, modern tools & the s...2025-02-0345 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP260: Dries De Coster, Managing Director of Chat Automation LTD - Top Tips To Integrate AI Into RecruitmentDries De Coster, Managing Director of Chat Automation LTD, Delivered a meaningful insight exploring the exciting potential of AI and automation in the recruitment industry. Shares his story of moving from Belgium to England in 2005 to expanding his career from working in HR to automation from summer 2023. He discussed how his companyâs digital 24/7 working bot, Dwight (Digital worker interface for generic human tasks) , enables recruiters to focus on more impactful, candidate-facing activities, leading to higher productivity and better retention rates.In this episode, Dries and Lysha dive into the topics of:How technology ca...2025-01-2733 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP259: Perran Cooke, CEO & Founder of Sowena Group - Do Sporty People Make The Best Leaders?Perran Cooke, an ex-professional footballer to a dynamic leader & CEO founder of Sowena Group - with over a decade of senior/exec finance recruitment. He delivers an elite finance and accountancy search service to high-growth and private equity/VC backed businesses in the North West of England.After his injury in professional football, he moved into sports insurance down in Cornwall. Perran explains his past of winning and achieving a DSA award in his second year ,but also having a deep passion for managing people. Recruitment was a mystery to him but after moving to Manchester...2025-01-2048 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP258 Toby Mildon, Founder & Director of Mildon - Are you truly inclusive?Toby has gone from working in technology at Accenture and the BBC for 8 years, to founding his own consultancy - Mildon, which focuses on diversity and inclusion. His introduction to D&I was implementing a gender balance action plan in the BBC technology department.Also, creating his own book - My Inclusive Growth Book. Which enables anyone to deliver a sustainable, diverse & inclusive workplace to allow their organisation to grow.In this episode, Toby & Lysha discuss: How unconscious bias can lead to prejudice and discrimination in recruitment. The challenges of managing diverse teams.The...2025-01-1436 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP257: Laura Dutton, Director Of Qui Recruitment R2R - R2R Uncovered - Secrets Of Hiring Top Performers And For Great LeadersLaura has been a powerhouse in recruitment since her first day, 21 years ago, in July 2003, when Laura and Lysha first met. Starting her career at PFJ on the Rec2Rec desk as a trainee, she quickly established herself as one of the most successful recruiters in the business. She spent a decade living down in London working at a couple of agencies and towards the latter years she set up her own rec2rec agency - Lowthbry, which she ran for a few years before deciding to make a move back up North. After meeting with Lysha...2025-01-0651 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP256: Darren Westall, Co-Founder of Paiger - The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast LIVE EventEP255: Darren Westall, Co-Founder of Paiger - How To Utilise Tech EffectivelyOur final guest of the evening for The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast LIVE event was the Co-founder of Paiger, one of our proud podcast sponsors. With over 17 years of experience in the recruitment industry, though never a recruiter himself, he has carved a unique path within Rec-tech and shared invaluable insights during The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast LIVE event in Birmingham on November 14, 2024.Key Highlights from His Talk:His Journey in Rec-techHow to Have Better Conversations as Recruiters...2024-12-1716 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP251: Lindsay Hartland of Hanison Green & RFC - The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast Live Event.EP251: Lindsay Hartland of Hanison Green & RFC - The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast Live Event. Talk 1 - Why Gaining Candidate Exclusivity Is A Secret Sauce To SuccessLindsay Hartland was our first talk of the evening at the live event we hosted for The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast in Birmingham on November the 14th 2024! https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayhartland?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appThe theme of the event was 'How to Achieve and Maintain Personal and Professional High PerformanceIn Lindsay's interview, he spoke...2024-12-0917 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP250: Lilia Holmes, of Qui Recruitment R2R - Insight Of A Gen Z Rec2Rec RecruiterThis episode marks a milestone for the podcast: the very first in-person recording! Joining Lysha is Lilia Holmes, making her podcast debut. Lilia entered the recruitment industry in 2024 as a rec2rec, after gaining experience of working across hospitality and retail! There is SO much that is uncovered in this episode:Liliaâs Recruitment Journey & potted life history -A firsthand account of her experiences in the rec2rec world and the skills she has carried over from her past rolesBuilding a Community on LinkedIn: How Lilia has fostered connections and built a network of professionals in re...2024-12-0144 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP249: James Mowat, Managing Director, EMEA at Energi People - From Rags to RichesIn this episode, weâre joined by James Mowat, Managing Director - EMEA at Energi People. James brings over 17 years of experience & a huge passion to MEP Building Services Design Recruitment, executive search & talent management, specialising mostly within the MENA, UK and APAC regions. James has an inspiring story and we feel honoured that he told his story on today's episode. From experiencing homelessness as a teenager to leading a successful international recruitment company, Andrewâs journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and giving back.** Trigger warning** Alcoholism is spoken about within this episode. Jame...2024-11-2540 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP248: Jo Gregory, Recruitment Trainer and Founder of TrainRec - How To Build Resilience in RecruitmentWeâre thrilled to welcome back Jo Gregory! Jo is a Recruitment Trainer, Performance Coach, and the Founder of TrainRec, as well as the Head of Training and Associate Director at I-intro.In this episode, we dive deep into resilience, a must-have skill for recruiters and leaders navigating the challenges of 2025 and beyond.đ What youâll learn:What resilience really means for recruitment professionals.How to build resilience Joâs actionable 6 âPâ Plan Itâs time to future-proof your mindset and your strategy. Donât miss Joâs expert insights and practical advice!Conne...2024-11-1844 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP247: Lea Turner, Director of The HoLT - The Power Of Community in RecruitmentLea Turner is the most-followed guest we've ever had on LinkedIn! Lea smashed into the market in 2019 with unstoppable energy and insight, becoming a prolific voice and community leader. As the creator of a thriving membership platform, HoLT aimed at solopreneurs and small business owners, and host of her own podcast, Lea knows firsthand what it takes to build and sustain a strong community. In this episode, Lea shares her expertise on:The core qualities that make a great communityTips on curating your own supportive networkThe necessity of setting clear boundariesThe unique benefits of b...2024-11-1144 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast.EP246: Lysha Holmes, Host & Founder of Qui Recruitment R2R - How To Build A 100% Inbound BusinessWeâre back with another solo episode from the host, Lysha Holmes! Not only is Lysha the voice behind this podcast, but she's also the founder of Qui Recruitment, a Rec2Rec agency she launched in 2005, specialising in placing fee earners into the recruitment industry within the UK. Lyshaâs journey into Rec2Rec began in 2002, after starting her career as a headhunter in engineeringâan industry shift that ultimately led her to build Qui into a thriving, 100% inbound business.In this episode, Lysha shares her proven, practical steps for creating an inbound business in permanent recruitment. Sheâll...2024-11-0626 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP246: Lysha Holmes, Host & Founder of Qui Recruitment R2R - How To Build A 100% Inbound BusinessWeâre back with another solo episode from the host, Lysha Holmes! Not only is Lysha the voice behind this podcast, but she's also the founder of Qui Recruitment, a Rec2Rec agency she launched in 2005, specialising in placing fee earners into the recruitment industry within the UK. Lyshaâs journey into Rec2Rec began in 2002, after starting her career as a headhunter in engineeringâan industry shift that ultimately led her to build Qui into a thriving, 100% inbound business.In this episode, Lysha shares her proven, practical steps for creating an inbound business in permanent recruitment. Sheâll...2024-11-0426 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP245: Mitch Sullivan, Trainer/Coach at Copywriting for Recruiters - The â3Pâ Rule for Winning on LinkedinMitch Sullivan is a recruitment industry veteran with over 34 years of experience spanning both agency and in-house roles. Now a coach and trainer to the industry - he is most well known for Copywriting for Recruiters, which he established over 9 years ago - a transformative training program that equips recruiters with repeatable strategies to attract more qualified candidates through standout job adsIn this episode Mitch shares:The 3Ps framework for LinkedIn contentLeadership posts on Linkedin  AI in job advertsWhether you're a recruiter or just looking to build your personal brand, this conversation is...2024-10-2842 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP244: Helen McGuire, Advisor, Coach, Speaker & Author - How Can YOU Reduce The Bias & Improve Your DiversityHelen McGuire is a passionate leader and innovator who has made a profound impact on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) landscape. Helen's journey is nothing short of remarkable â from ex-DJ to board advisor, fellow podcaster, and successful exited CEO & Co-Founder of a recruitment-led business.Helen's experience and insight into DEI are reshaping industries, and in this episode, she shares:What DEI truly means and why it matters to you.How can we improve our industry's approach to DEI and better educate our clients?Her personal story of successfully exiting her company and lessons learned.The re...2024-10-2039 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP243: Leanne Finnigan, Managing Director at Jobwise - Creating A Culture Where Employees Thrive And Never Want To LeaveLeanne Finnigan is the Managing Director of Jobwise, she joined as an administrator in 1993 and has worked her way up to the top. With decades of experience in the recruitment industry, Leanne shares her personal evolution from recruiter to leader, and her vision for the future of Jobwise.Leanneâs leadership has been widely recognised, earning her the titles of Corporate Business Woman of the Year (2011) and Inspiring Leader of the Year (2015) at the Women in Business Awards.In this episode, Leanne discusses:Her career progression and the lessons learned along the wayWhy focusing on...2024-10-1540 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP242: Victoria Forshaw, Founder of 4Sure Recruitment - This Simple BD Technique Could Win You 98% Of New clientsVictoria Fordshaw is an inspiring entrepreneur who has been in the recruitment industry since 2010 who launched her own agency in 2023 - 4sure Recruitment, specialising in engineering and manufacturing talent.In this episode, Victoria shares:Her story behind launching 4sure Recruitment and why she decided to take the leap into starting her own agency after over a decade in the industry. With recruitment being such a crowded field, she provides valuable insights on how to stand out and create a unique identity in a highly competitive market.Why she decided to go down the community route to...2024-10-0832 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP241: Kate Cross, Founder of CORAL & Co-Founder of Harvey Jacob - How To Launch A Recurring Revenue StreamKate is the dynamic Founder of CORAL and Co-Founder of Harvey Jacob. With over 20 years of expertise in providing talent solutions across the UK, UAE, Sydney, London, and the USA, Kate has helped shape recruitment businesses and grow them into successful enterprises.As the Founder of CORAL, Kate focuses on helping recruitment businesses thrive by building strong talent teams and creating recurring revenue streams. In this episode, Kate shares:  Core elements of running a successful contract recruitment business Insights into launching and maintaining a recurring revenue stream.The traits that make a great contract recr...2024-09-3036 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastSEASON 5: EP240: Jo Major, Founder of Diversity in Recruitment - Becoming More Human As RecruitersKicking off Season 5 with the one and only Jo Major - the Founder of Diversity in Recruitment and one of our new podcast partners! Perfect timing too as we celebrate International Week of Happiness at Work and National Inclusion Week! đâ¨In this episode, weâre joined by the incredible Jo Majorâa leading voice in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) with over two decades of experience in recruitment. As the founder of Diversity in Recruitment, Jo improves recruiters' and hiring managers' performance and results through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training, e-learning, audits and advisory services...2024-09-2346 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP239: Lysha Holmes, Host & Founder - Season 4 Highlights!Thatâs a wrap on Season 4! đIâm incredibly grateful for your support as we conclude another phenomenal season. We've had the privilege of hosting guests from around the worldâindustry leaders and key players whoâve shared invaluable insights.I hope you've learned, felt inspired, and enjoyed each episode as much as we have.If you havenât already, make sure to like and subscribe to our podcast. Follow our YouTube channel, TikTok, and LinkedIn podcast page to stay updated on all the latest news.www.youtube.com/@therecruitersrecruitmentpod https://www...2024-08-2309 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP238: Mike Ames, Founder, Scalability Consultant & Coach at Flair Business Growth Consultancy - The Secrets To The Layered Approach UnlockedMike Ames is the go-to expert, who transitioned from a solid foundation in computer science into a thriving career in recruitment. After university, he spent over six years as a programmer, analyst, and data analystâroles that honed his business acumen. Mike then pivoted and had a very successful career within recruitment and has since become a leading voice. Today, he is the Founder, Scalability Consultant and Coach at Flair Business Growth Consultancy and the Host of the popular live-streamed, Mike Ames Recruitment Show.In this episode, Mike shares:The Layered Approach: What it is and wh...2024-08-1849 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP237: Diane Prince, Entrepreneur, Founder & Executive Coach - How To Create & Sustain Recurring Revenue StreamsIn this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Diane Prince, a highly successful entrepreneur from Arizona. Diane launched her first niche staffing agency from her home, growing it into a multi-million dollar business before selling it to a public company for $28 million. Since then, she has co-founded, scaled, and exited several staffing and recruiting firms, while also guiding countless entrepreneurs in building their own successful agencies.Diane shares her insights on:The strategies she used to build, scale, and exit multiple businessesKey factors that drive successful business growthPractical advice for entrepreneurs looking to enter the US marketHow...2024-08-1235 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP236: James Lovell-Butt , Founder of The Solution Group Ltd - Why Everyone Should Be In The 1% ClubJames Lovell-Butt has been in the recruitment industry for over 18 years, and is now a successful business owner, James is the founder of two thriving recruitment agenciesâThe Solutions Group, which he has led for over 8 years, and a newly launched agency in June 2024, called You Recruitment. In this episode, James dives into What it means to be part of the "1% club" How can leaders foster this mindset of being in the 1% club within their teams? Why recruiters shouldn't work from home.Connect with James here: LinkedIn-----------The Recruiter's Re...2024-08-0639 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP235: Simi Rayat, Founder of SimiRayat.com - Why Leaders Need To Wake Up On Their Leadership StyleSimi Rayat is a distinguished Multi-Award Winning Global Business Psychologist and the visionary founder of SimiRayat.com. Simi has over two decades of experience as an Organisational Psychologist, and is also an Executive Leader Coach, an engaging facilitator & speaker, She is also the author of the eagerly anticipated book, Productivity Joy, available for pre-order now.This is the link to the UK Amazon pre-order link, which is discounted for the pre-order campaign. https://amzn.to/3LAeDHLIn this episode, Simi speaks about: What do leaders need to do wake up on their...2024-07-2636 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP234: Andy Dunne, Managing Director of TEAM - Why Networking Is KeyAndy Dunne started his career in a high street recruitment agency and has worked his way through small independent family businesses, large engineering and tech companies, and even running his own business for seven years. His extensive experience eventually led him to become a key player in the TEAM network, the UK's largest network of independently owned recruitment agencies. Now, as the Managing Director, Andy has had a profound impact on the business and on his own professional journey. With over 520= businesses in the network, Andy's insights are invaluable for anyone in the recruitment industry. In this...2024-07-2238 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP232: Susanna Gray-Jones, Founder of Chime Search - Secrets To Mastering RecruitmentWe're excited to welcome back Susanna Gray-Jones to the podcast, this time as a solo guest! With over 16 years of experience in recruitment and as the host of "The Counter Offer" podcast, Susanna brings a wealth of knowledge to our listeners. She has climbed the ranks from phone-based recruitment to Sales Director, eventually founding her own recruitment business, Chime Search. Currently based in Dubai, Susanna specializes in Rec2Rec, focusing on senior-level recruitment roles in the education sector across the UK and the Middle East.In this episode, Susanna shares her invaluable insights on:What makes...2024-07-0844 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP231: Jamie Burrows, Trainer and Coach at Jamie Burrows Training for Recruiters - Is The Billing Manager The Hardest In Recruitment?In this episode, we are joined by Jamie Burrows, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the recruitment industry since the mid-2000s. Jamie has been hands-on across various sectors, including Commercial, Construction, Education, Public Sector, and Tech. He has not only been a founding member of start-ups but also served at the Director level in a large corporate business.Now, Jamie is a dedicated trainer and coach, committed to developing high-performing recruiters through innovative training and thought-provoking coaching. As a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), accredited by the Association of Integrative Psychology, Jamie integrates NLP...2024-07-0244 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP230: Angela Cripps, MD & Owner of the Recruiting Gym - Why Onboarding Is A Forever Strategy To Retain Your TalentJoin us for an enlightening conversation with Angela Cripps, the dynamic Managing Director and Owner of the Recruiting Gym. With 35 years of experience in training and coaching recruiters worldwide - Angela is a true powerhouse in the recruitment industry! Angela's expertise has taken her across the globe, from Hong Kong and China to Singapore, Thailand, Dubai, Japan, and Australia. As a sought-after trainer, management consultant, coach, Non-Executive Director, mentor, and performance specialist, Angela brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Despite the pause in her international travels due to the pandemic, her passion for developing talent...2024-06-2447 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP229: Chris Whatling, Managing Director & Co-Founder The Animal People Recruitment Company - Why The Recruitment Industry Needs Shaking Up Chris Whatling is the dynamic Managing Director & Co-Founder of The Animal People Recruitment Company. Chris began his career in sales and customer-facing roles before he stumbled into the recruitment industry. Over his first few years in the field, he built both a temporary and a permanent desk from scratch across two agencies, gaining valuable management insights along the way. It was during this time that Chris met his future business partner and ventured into veterinary recruitment, discovering his true passion for the market.In 2021, post-pandemic, Chris co-founded The Animal People Recruitment Company, a business he...2024-06-1832 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP228: Charles Kyriakou, Founder of Charles Kyriakou Coaching -How Top Billers Outperform Even In Challenging MarketsIn this episode, we're excited to have Charles Kyriakou, the Founder of Charles Kyriakou Coaching. Charles began his career in healthcare recruitment after completing his apprenticeship. Starting at a temporary staffing desk, he then transitioned to permanent recruitment, where he thrived in a fast-paced, new market environment. His hard work and talent led him to a managerial position in no time.During the pandemic, Charles reflected on his true passion and decided to pivot to coaching. Despite having no prior experience, he took on a role as an L&D manager, where he successfully built a department...2024-06-1044 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP227: Ollie Benn, Managing Director at Neoci - Why Business Development Is The Key Strategy To Future ProofIn this episode, we have Ollie Benn, the Managing Director at Neoci, who brings over 20 years of experience in recruitment. Ollie's journey began in 2003 working for a high street agency, Kelly Services, he then moved into finance recruitment, before transitioning to the telecoms and tech sectors.During lockdown, Ollie and a close friend from the industry launched Neoci. Specialising in Telecoms and IT, Neoci acts as a strategic partner to their clients, using their deep industry knowledge to position clients as true game-changers in the market.In this episode, Ollie shares:His journey into...2024-06-0334 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP226: Robert Garner, Director of Abstraction Labs - The Secret To A Truly Successful Recruitment Marketing StrategyToday, we have Robert Garner, the Director of Abstraction Labs. Rob leads the design and development of recruitment websites, focusing on attracting the best clients, candidates, and recruitment talent.Robert's career journey is as diverse as it is impressive. He started in media sales, transitioned into recruitment, and then became a skilled web developer. Today, he combines all his expertise to help build top-notch recruitment websites and marketing strategies for clients around the globe.Robert's multifaceted experience gives him a unique perspective. He understands the technical, client, and marketing aspects of the industry, making him...2024-05-2837 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP225: Gerry Gadoury, Founder of RedBeard Solutions -Effective Strategies For Hiring Top Hidden TalentWe're excited to welcome Gerry Gadoury from Dudley, USA!Gerry brings a fascinating background, transitioning from a Sergeant and Signals Intelligence Operator in the Marines to a career in recruitment. With experience on every side of the deskâhiring manager, recruiter, salesperson, leader, and entrepreneurâGerry has built and managed successful recruitment businesses.Currently, he is the Founder and Director of RedBeard Solutions, a company dedicated to supporting small businesses through employer branding, recruitment, and leadership training.In this episode, Gerry discusses:How recruiters can evolve into management consultants and move away from...2024-05-2140 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP224: Melanie Sedgley, Founder of Edge - How To Create A High-Performing CultureMelanie's journey in recruitment started at Finlay James, in a 360 recruitment role, before transitioning into Talent Acquisition at AO.com, where she played a pivotal role in building out the sales function. However, her journey came full circle when she returned to agency life, joining a global recruitment firm, Oscar, in 2018. Here, Melanie's impact was profound as she contributed significantly to the company's growth, spearheading the opening of multiple offices and naturally elevating her career to Head Of People and Culture However, a pivotal moment of redundancy in November prompted Melanie to embark on a new chapter...2024-05-1336 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP223: Kate O'Shea, Director of KEO Digital - Why Niche Is BestJoin us in this episode as we delve into the dynamic world of digital performance recruitment with Kate O'Shea, the Director and Founder of KEO Digital Ltd. Kate's a fellow Mancunian and brings over 15 years of experience in the industry, specialising in placing digital performance specialists within London's agency and brand-side organisations.In this episode, Kate speaks about How she launched her business How do you harmonise being a working parentHow did you launch into a nicheConnect with Kate here https://www.linkedin.com/in/kateppc/Whether you're a seasoned recruiter...2024-05-0236 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP222: Lysha Holmes, Director of Qui Recruitment - Thriving In A RecessionIn this week's short solo episode, Lysha shares her advice to those working through their first recession We hope you found this insightful - what else would you add? ------------The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger and partners to Needi and Inclusion Crowd.Our Sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations.Find out more details on Paiger here - https://paiger.co/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium...2024-04-2915 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP221: Justin McGuire, Co-Founder of MCG Talent - Launching And Scaling A GLOBAL BusinessIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of talent, entrepreneurship, and the future of business with none other than Justin, the Co-Founder of MCG Talent, a prominent consultancy specialising in the MENA and APAC regionsJustin is a recognised figure in the regional MENA and APAC Talent sector since 2008.His journey has taken him across major world cities such as London, Dubai, Riyadh, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Justin also spent a year living in Honduras, Central America. Before making his mark in talent consultancy, Justin honed his craft in broadcast communications d...2024-04-2141 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP220: Amber Loach, Managing Director of Prominence - What Should Our Marketing Strategy Be As RecruitersJoin us in this episode as we delve into the world of recruitment marketing with the insightful Amber Loach, Managing Director at Prominence, a leading marketing agency specialising in the recruitment sector. From decoding the nuances of recruitment marketing to uncovering effective strategies and navigating the intricacies of personal branding, Amber shares invaluable insights to help recruiters and businesses thrive in today's competitive landscape.In this episode, Amber speaks about:What is recruitment marketingWhat sort of marketing strategy should we haveHow can we promote our personal brands betterWhat's with the LinkedIn algorithm?Whether you're a...2024-04-1235 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP219: Fraser Merrifield, Founder of FORM Careers -How To Harmonise Our Work And Home LivesMeet Fraser Merrifield, the innovative mind behind FORM Careers, and the self-proclaimed "craft brewer of digital recruitment". With a profound expertise in fostering the growth of individuals and organisations in the digital sphere, Fraser has collaborated with numerous top-tier employers in Scotland, and ambitious scale-ups, and has cultivated a robust network within the startup community.in this episode, Fraser speaks about: Why we are all working too long and hardHow to create a lifestyle business that customers respectStrategies for supporting working dads in balancing their professional and personal lives.Connect with Fraser here https://w...2024-04-0537 min
The Relevant Recruiter ShowDarren Westallď˝Discover How Paiger Is Making Recruiting Teams Smarter and FasterEver heard of Paiger? If it's not yet in your toolbox or you're just curious about what it can do, this is the episode you don't want to miss. Think of Paiger as the Swiss army knife for recruitment teams. Whether you're on the hunt for companies in hiring mode, keeping an eye on the latest funding rounds, or aiming to elevate your brand with killer content, Paiger has got you covered. Darren's going to give us the inside scoop on the platform, plus a look at the latest features they've rolled out. ...2024-04-0553 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP218: Abi Dunn, Founder of Sixty Eight People - Why Hospitality Is The Key To A Successful Recruitment IndustryAbi Dunn is a dynamic entrepreneur with a rich background in hospitality and recruitment. Abi's journey began in the vibrant world of hospitality, where she honed her skills before leaping into the fast-paced recruitment world, both in agency and internal settings. In 2019, she took a bold step forward by founding her own recruitment business, Sixty Eight People, which has since become a highly respected consultancy in the hospitality industry, boasting offices in both London and Manchester.Abi is also the Co-Founder/Investor This.Is.PineappleIn this episode, Abi speaks about: Why we should...2024-04-0133 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP217: Max Learmonth, Founder & CEO - Forge Talent - Why The Recruitment Industry Is BrokenIn this episode, Lysha is joined by Max, the Founder and CEO of Forge Talent. Max's journey began on the field as a professional rugby player before transitioning into the world of recruitment over 12 years ago. He honed his skills in both a large corporate environment and an SME before venturing out to establish his own recruitment business, Forge Talent in May 2023.Forge Talent has been founded on the core principle that they are focused on relationships, not transactions. As a specialised Finance and Accounting Talent Partner, Forge Talent boasts deep-seated connections within both large PLCs and...2024-03-1831 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP126: Matt Hanley, Founder MTWO Search - How Can We All Support Working DadsMatt Hanley is the Owner at MTWO Search. Matching Talent With Opportunity across the Print, Packaging and Signage industries Matt spent over 10+ years carving out his niche within the print, packaging, anf signage industry, before setting up on his own in 2021. In this episde, Matt speaks about His transition from purchasing to recruitmentThe essential aspects of the print and packaging industryThe profound impact of technology on his industryLife as a working dadStrategies for employers and team members to support working dads, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace environment.https://www.linkedin.com/i...2024-03-1132 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP215: Amber Barry, Founder & Director Amber & Aster - Why Events Is The Key To Your Brand And CommunityAmber's been involved within the events and recruitment industry for over 12 years - she found herself drawn into the realm of recruitment amidst her flourishing events career, having worked for businesses such as ITV and BBC. Despite her affinity for the human element in recruitment, Amber's heart has always been in events.Now, as the driving force behind her own business, Amber & Aster, she seamlessly merges her passion for events with her expertise in recruitment, delivering tailor-made event solutions exclusively crafted for the recruitment sector.In this episode Amber shares her insights and covers: ...2024-03-0536 min
Empowerment with ElizabethNavarro Cheer- Paiger LeeI chat with Paiger about her cheer journey and experience cheering for Navarro!2024-02-2316 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP213: Bobby Banerjee, Co-Founder of Elev8 Talent & Director of Learning at Elev8 Learning - How Do We Create A Great Learning CultureBobby Banerjee is the Co-Founder of Elev8 Talent, and Director of Learning at Elev8 Learning. Heâs an LPI Award-winning recruitment trainer - and has been helping recruiters outperform the market since 2016 across STEM and Executive Search. In this episode, Bobby speaks about: What does good training look likeHow do we spot a top performerHow do we create a good L&D cultureHow can leaders develop themselves tooConnect with Bobby here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbybanerjee/------------The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger and part...2024-02-2042 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP212: David Green, CEO & Founder, Agency Recruitment Leader of the year 2023 - How To Hire And Scale On Values From An Award Winning LeaderThis week we welcome David Green onto the podcast! David's professional journey began in financial services after completing university, but in 2013, he pivoted into the healthcare recruitment domain. Notably, he's the Founder and CEO and earned recognition as the Agency Recruitment Leader of the Year in 2023. With a wealth of experience under his belt, David has navigated through launching, scaling, and ultimately selling his business in 2022.In this episode, David delves into topics such as:Strategies for scaling a business effectivelyThe nuances of launching a niche recruitment businessBuilding and expanding teams based...2024-02-1333 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP211: Lindsay Hartland & Greg Elton of Recruitment Founders Club - How to Successfully Launch On Your OwnThis week we have two experienced entrepreneurs on the podcast, who have a combined experience of over 40 years in the recruitment industry, Lindsay Hartland and Greg Elton.Lindsay Hartland is the Founder & CEO Hanison Green Ltd, a boutique agency, set up during the pandemic, partners with Neuromodulation Device company owners, leaders and investors across the US & Europe - helping them grow and achieve their goals via business consulting, advising, and talent acquisition services. Greg Elton, is the Founder of Day-2 Ltd, established in 2019, is an Executive Search professional and Board Adviser, who brings extensive experience in...2024-02-0255 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP210: Pete Watson, Founder of Mint Recruitment R2R - Putting The Recruiter World to RightsThis week, joining Lysha from down under is Pete Watson - a fellow Rec2Rec and podcast host! Pete started his recruitment career within IT recruitment, before entering the r2r world in 2004, when he set up Mint Recruitment R2R! He also is the host of âRecruitment Journeysâ podcast and runs The Recruiter's Wagon which he speaks more about during the episode In the episode, Pete speaks about: The world of R2RThe Australian market The Recruiter's Wagon Advice for those who are sober curiousConnect with Pete here - https...2024-01-3038 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP209: Paul Starbuck, of Starbuck & Associates - How Can We ALL Develop High Performing CulturesPaul Starbuck is an Executive Coach, a Non-Executive Director, and the Founder of Starbuck & Associates - he partners with businesses who are externally hiring leaders, to coach and develop them through their journey. After spending 35 years in the retail industry, in 2020, Paul moved to the coaching world - Paul's had a prolific career and we can learn so much from his journey! In this episode, Paul shares his thoughts to: How starting life in a corporate could be an advantageWhat is the utopia for externally hiring in leaders How can we develop high-performing cultures wh...2024-01-2334 min
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP208: David Rolls, Founder of DMR Consulting - Why You Should Be Selling RetainedDavid Rolls has been in Sales since 2011 and Recruitment since 2015. After a successful 6 years within Tech Recruitment, where he specialised in building markets from scratch, in late 2022 he decided to act on his dream of becoming an entrepreneur and is now the Founder of DMR Consulting. He's a Business Development + Retained Search Coach to Recruiters.He's helping agencies move away from contingent recruitment, improve their value proposition and offer a premium service that benefits their clients, candidates, and of course the consultants. He's also a Podcast Host of The David Rolls Experience!In...2024-01-1651 min
Engineering ProRecruitment Misconceptions - AI Will Soon Replace Recruiters | Darren Westall, Paiger
We sat down with Darren Westall, CEO at Paiger, to discuss how AI is impacting the hiring process.
In this podcast, Darren explores AI's role in the recruitment process, how AI is changing the recruitment process as well as offering tips on how you can specialise your cv to make it stand out and get it seen by a real person.
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Register your CV with u...2024-01-0917 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP207: Lysha Holmes, Susanna Gray-Jones & Callum McPhilbin - Rec2Rec Special!This week is an extra special episode as we welcome two guests for an extra long episode - and believe the first rec-to-rec collaboration on a podcast. Susanna Gray-Jones worked within education recruitment for 13 years, before starting her own rec2rec recruitment business during covid - Chime Search. Founder of Chime Search FZCO. Sheâs also the host of her own podcast, The Counter OfferCallum McPhilbin, was a teacher for around four years before leaping into the world of recruitment, he's also a host of his own podcast, Humble Billings. In this epis...2024-01-091h 17
The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP206: Ian Worthington, Founder, Coach & Managing Director, at GymWolfPT - Why Wellbeing And Health Is Key To Success In 2024Happy New Year! What an episode we have for you for our first episode of 2024...Ian Worthington is the Founder, Coach & Managing Director, at GymWolfPT. GymWolf is an online personal training platform - he has a global community and is Turning Busy, Stressed, Unhealthy Professionals into Healthy, Energised & Happy ProfessionalsIn this episode, Ian shares his thoughts and expertise on...How did he become GymWolfPTWhy is fitness so vital to our daily routineHow can employers support fitness and healthWhy health and fitness play a pivotal part in making you a successful person 2024-01-0231 min
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The Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP204: Dan Cohen Co-Founder of Mixxyl - How DATA Is The Key To Us Truly Understanding EDIDan Cohen is the Co-Founder of Mixxyl, increasing diversity in the workplace through automated demographic data solutions. Mixxyl provides AI led diversity data solutions for Recruiters and Corporate HR to understand their current diversity position and realise their DEIB goals In this episode, Dan speaks about...How DATA is the key to us truly understanding EDIWhat can recruitment companies do better to implement EDIHow EDI ensure the future of recruitmentSobriety and Dan's journeyHow we create a workplace of belongingConnect with Dan here https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-cohen-a501a52/-----------2023-12-1940 minThe Recruiter's Recruitment PodcastEP203: Jane Kenyon, Founder of Girls Out Loud - Young People Are OUR Future: How Do WE Help ThemJane Kenyon is a Speaker, entrepreneur, visionary, author, female champion, and Founder at Girls Out Loud. Girls Out Loud is a social enterprise on a mission to raise the aspirations of young girls from the age of 12 - 18.What is GirlsOutLoudWhy do we need to think about the lives of teenage girls ? What is the Big Sister ProgrammeHow can we as recruiters help young peopleWhat about teenage boysConnect with Jane here -https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-kenyon-5970046/-----------The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger and partners to Needi and I...2023-12-1236 min
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The LoopLessons in marketing to recruiters with Kieron Mayers, Head of Marketing at PaigerCognism's Global Head of Paid, Canberk Beker speaks to Kieron Mayers, Head of Marketing at Paiger about his wealth of experience marketing in the recruitment industry. How does it differ to marketing to marketing and sales personas? And what are the common mistakes made? Listen to today's episode to find out.2023-11-2145 min
The Start-Up Diaries PodcastBuilding Personal Brands for Business Growth and Taking The Risks to Start Your Business...Today | CEO and Co-Founder @ Paiger | Darren WestallIn this session, we get the low down from Darren Westall, CEO and Co-Founder of Paiger. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations.Paiger was born when co-founders Darren and Rohit Kapoor noticed a shift in the way people prospected, communicated & built their businesses.Much like the beginnings of any start-up, the business started at home - or more accurately, in Darren's shed! Fast forward to today and Paiger supports businesses in multiple countries, and has won multiple awards.In this episode, we cover:2023-11-2123 min