This week, we’re joined by fellow Northerner Paul Sharpe of NorthStar People— Business Coach, Business Mentor, RPO Consultant, NED. Trustee

and one of the most respected voices in recruitment and leadership. Paul’s journey into recruitment wasn’t planned; after starting out in retail back in 2002, he found his way into an industry he’s since helped shape from the inside out.

In this conversation, Paul brings clarity, perspective, and straight-talk to a sector navigating constant change. Drawing on decades of experience advising businesses at board level, he shares what leaders should really be focusing on right now to protect their future.

We cover:

• Who we should be spotting for the future talent pool- and what potential really looks like today

• The current recruitment landscape and which companies are setting themselves up to win long-term

• Paul’s honest take on RecTech - what adds value and what’s just noise

• How to build and maintain a positive mindset in high-pressure environments

• Why training still isn’t being prioritised - and the cost of getting it wrong

This episode is a must-listen for recruitment leaders, founders, and managers who want to think beyond short-term wins and build resilient, people-first businesses that last

Connect with Paul here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-sharpe-business-advisor/

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