Welcome back to Talent Unplugged: Across The Pond!

In this episode, co-hosts Marcus Pask and Megan Conlon discuss the "Open to work banners" on LinkedIn and whether they help or hinder your application?

It's also a chance to have a catch up post the holiday season, and to share what's going on with Marcus's coaching programs as well as the year at Mitre

Dive into the conversation as we discuss:

• Myth Busting: The "Open To Work" Banner: Is that green LinkedIn banner helping or hurting your job search? Marcus and Megan tackle the inherent biases and psychological dynamics of the recruitment "dating" game.
• Holiday Recaps & Traditions: A behind-the-scenes look at how Marcus and Megan celebrated the season—from homemade sushi and earth-cooked lamb in Spain to cookie baking and Santa magic in Houston.
• Shaping Your Path & Scaling Teams: Marcus discusses his selective executive coaching approach and consulting work with Nebius, while Megan shares Mitre’s banner 2025 results and her focus on recruiter rubrics and OKRs for Q1.

Join them as they challenge conventional wisdom and provide you with the insights needed to navigate the global recruitment landscape effectively.

Whether you're a recruiter, hiring manager, or job seeker, this episode is packed with valuable knowledge to enhance your understanding of the recruitment process.

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