In this episode of the Hiring Excellence Podcast, Johnny Campbell, CEO of SocialTalent, kicks off the first interview from our SocialTalent Live event, speaking with John Vlastelica, founder of Recruiting Toolbox. John, who played a pivotal role in developing Amazon's hiring culture, shares insights into creating a culture where recruiting is seen as a responsibility for everyone in the organization. From establishing high hiring standards to fostering executive buy-in, John dives deep into how Amazon maintained its hiring culture even as it scaled. This conversation is perfect for anyone looking to build a high-performing, hiring-focused culture within their own organization.

In this episode of the Hiring Excellence Podcast, Johnny Campbell, CEO of SocialTalent, sits down with Bev Kaye, a recognized authority in career development, to discuss the importance of adopting a skills-first approach to hiring. Bev highlights how focusing on mindsets, motivation, and values—rather than just skills—can lead to better hires and stronger organizational culture. Drawing on her decades of experience, Bev shares practical advice for hiring managers and leaders on how to identify and assess these critical factors. Whether you're navigating skills-first hiring or looking to refine your talent strategy, this episode offers valuable insights.

In this episode of the Hiring Excellence Podcast, Johnny Campbell, CEO of SocialTalent, sits down with Andy Headworth, Director of Talent Acquisition at HMRC, to discuss how the public sector is leading the way in adopting AI for recruitment. Andy shares his insights into the innovative tools HMRC is implementing to streamline hiring processes, from creating effective job descriptions to enhancing candidate selection. He emphasizes the importance of getting teams on board with AI and how these advancements are reshaping traditional recruitment practices. This episode is essential for anyone interested in leveraging AI to improve their hiring strategies.

In this episode of the Hiring Excellence Podcast, Johnny Campbell, CEO of SocialTalent, engages in a conversation with Doug Haines, co-founder of Marketing Pros, about the untapped potential of hiring talent from Africa. Doug shares his journey of recruiting in South Africa and discusses the unique advantages the region offers, including a strong talent pool, cultural alignment, and cost-effective hiring. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the local market, navigating legal frameworks, and the value of building a robust company culture to attract and retain top talent. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to expand their hiring strategies and explore new opportunities in Africa.

In this episode of the Hiring Excellence Podcast, Johnny Campbell, CEO of SocialTalent, sits down with Chris Bleakley, Director of Resourcing at Spire Healthcare, to discuss leadership and transformation in the recruitment space. Chris shares his extensive experience in resourcing and the recent shift at Spire from an outsourced model to an insourced team. He emphasizes the importance of fostering a culture of trust, where team members feel empowered to excel. Chris dives into how data-driven insights can illuminate recruitment challenges and successes, leading to informed decisions that align with business goals. Whether you're navigating a transformation in your TA function or seeking ways to enhance team performance, this episode is filled with practical advice and inspiring stories.

In this episode of the Hiring Excellence Podcast, Johnny Campbell, CEO of SocialTalent, sits down with Gemma Milner, Head of Talent Acquisition at PwC UK, to explore the critical importance of operational excellence in recruitment. Gemma shares her 25 years of experience in recruitment across a variety of sectors and dives into how understanding and optimizing recruitment processes leads to better results. From leveraging data-driven decisions to ensuring alignment with business strategies, Gemma offers practical insights on how recruitment teams can drive efficiency, quality, and performance. Whether you're leading a TA team or looking to enhance your recruitment operations, this episode is packed with actionable strategies.

In this episode of Hiring Excellence, we bring you a panel discussion from SocialTalent Live, featuring Gui Neves, Global Talent Acquisition Sourcing and Solutions Manager at Nestlé, and Elle LeBourg, Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Hilti Group. Together, they explore the critical connection between employer and consumer brands and its impact on candidate experience and company culture.

We delve into how companies like Nestlé and Hilti are using their brand identity to create positive and lasting impressions for candidates, while also tackling the complexities of operating in global markets with diverse brand recognition. This episode provides actionable insights for anyone looking to strengthen their employer brand or enhance candidate engagement.

In this episode of Hiring Excellence, Johnny Campbell sits down with Siobhan Corcoran to discuss one of the largest untapped talent pools in the market—experienced professionals in their 50s and beyond. Siobhan shares her personal journey through a long career in recruitment and talent acquisition, as well as the growing desire among senior professionals to remain engaged in the workforce while seeking reduced stress and flexibility.

The conversation highlights the barriers and biases that often prevent companies from considering older workers, despite their vast experience and willingness to adapt to new roles. Siobhan also offers practical insights into how organizations can shift their recruitment strategies to be more inclusive of this demographic, creating opportunities for companies to leverage the valuable skills of seasoned professionals.

This episode is essential listening for recruiters and talent leaders who want to tap into this overlooked group, reduce hiring biases, and build multi-generational teams that drive productivity and innovation.

In this episode of Hiring Excellence, we’re excited to share a Fireside Chat from SocialTalent Live, featuring Tom Sayer, Global Recruiting Director of Assessments, Skills, and Experience at Accenture. Joining Johnny Campbell from England, Tom provides an insightful look into Accenture’s global hiring strategy, where they recruit over 200,000 candidates annually.

The discussion dives into the challenges of scaling recruitment, with a focus on how Accenture uses technology, data, and behavioral insights to optimize the candidate experience. Tom also highlights the critical balance between automation and human connection, revealing how recruiters and hiring managers can play a pivotal role in creating a seamless, high-quality experience for candidates.

A must-listen for HR professionals and talent leaders, this episode offers actionable strategies for tackling high-volume recruitment while maintaining a human touch.

In this episode of Hiring Excellence with Johnny Campbell, we feature the first panel from SocialTalent Live, where leading experts discuss the future of candidate experience.

Johnny is joined by Kevin Grossman, VP of Research at ERE Media, and Cheryl Peterson, Regional Talent Resourcing Leader at Arup, to explore the key challenges recruiters face in 2024. From integrating AI into hiring processes to enhancing human interaction, the panel dives deep into the strategies for creating a stellar candidate experience.

Perfect for talent leaders and hiring professionals, this conversation offers actionable insights to help you stay competitive in today’s talent landscape.