Talking Recruitment

In this episode, Neil Carberry talks to Founders Gary Elden and CEO Dan Malka of Hire Genius, a cloud-based recruitment business toolkit provider which aims to help recruitment agencies of all sizes streamline their operations. They discuss the role and the opportunity for enhancing efficiency by using AI in recruitment.

In this episode we discuss:

AI's role in enhancing recruitment efficiency

AI and bias mitigation in hiring

The future of AI and human collaboration in recruitment

In this episode, Neil Carberry talks to Rhona Driggs, Chief Executive Officer of Empresaria. They discuss the global perspective on UK recruitment and what the primary differences are between the market in the UK and in other locations, like the US.

In this episode we discuss:

The profile of the Empresaria’s business and where it’s headed.

The fundamentals of moving away from a transactional sale to a relationship-based one.

How recruiters can manage clients’ expectations.

Empresaria’s experience of driving this change and whether it required structural changes.

How to build a more effective team to deliver in this world.

In this episode, Neil Carberry talks to Brad Shackleton, Motivational Sales & Leadership Coach. They discuss the current issues impacting new business growth in recruitment and how to get your team match-fit for winning new profitable clients and business.

In this episode we discuss:

The leadership challenges facing recruiters right now when winning new business

The key sales performance challenges recruitment leaders are facing

Why external coaching is so important for businesses to harness the power of their people

In this episode, we bring you a special edition of our Talking Recruitment podcast with REC campaigns and policy experts Neil Carberry, REC Chief Executive and Kate Shoesmith, REC Deputy Chief Executive. They discuss the results of a momentous General Election, what it means and its impact on the UK recruitment industry and labour market.

In this episode, Maxine Bligh, Chief Membership & Innovation Officer steps in for Neil Carberry to talk to Peter Stoll from REC business partner Marsh Commercial. They discuss whether the economic climate is leading to clients' late payment of invoices and the potential risk of bad debts.

In this episode we discuss:

Are clients imposing more stringent terms due to factors like IR35, cyber risks, liability, and professional indemnity concerns?

Are businesses encountering heightened risks due to Statement of Works contracts?

How businesses can leverage insurance as a tool to protect against uncertainties in client engagements and contractual obligations.

In this episode, Neil Carberry, REC Chief Executive, talks to Gary Williams, Chief Commercial Officer from Welsh member New Directions. They discuss overcoming challenges and finding the right talent for the education sector within the devolved nation.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

How to overcome the top recruitment challenges HR leaders face today, including sourcing talent with the right skills, meeting candidates’ salary expectations, and addressing the growing competition for skilled workers.

How technology in recruitment can be leveraged to address skills shortages

In this episode Neil Carberry, REC Chief Executive, talks to Sarah Wright, Director - Indirect Sales at REC business partner TotalJobs. They discuss the findings of the Hiring trends index produced by TotalJobs.

This podcast discusses mental health and suicide, which may be distressing. Listener discretion is advised. Seek support if needed.

In this episode, Neil Carberry, REC Chief Executive, talks to Mike Duma, advocate for mental wellbeing in the workplace and founder of Miindset, a personal wellbeing companion app. They discuss how destigmatise and highlight the importance of good mental health in a competitive workplace.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

Mike’s story and how the company Miindset was created

Howorganisations can effectively destigmatise discussions about mental health in competitive workplaces

How individuals can begin building resilience in their mental health journey, starting with the dismantling of societal stigma surrounding mental health

How we can establish a comprehensive safety net for addressing mental health experiences, particularly focusing on intercepting individuals at the milder end of the spectrum and destigmatising mental health issues.

In this episode, Kate Shoesmith, Deputy CEO, steps in for Neil Carberry, to talk to Katie Maycock, Founder of Get Your Sh*t Together and GYST Wellbeing. They discuss the importance of wellbeing during times of high stress and high pressure all year around, not just during #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth.

In this episode we discuss:

Why it's important for recruiters to take care of their well-being during times of high stress/pressure

The warning signs that employee wellbeing is on the decline

How someone can take care of their wellbeing during times of high stress

What wellbeing encompasses

In this episode, Neil Carberry, REC Chief Executive, talks to Sharon Livermore MBE, Founder & DA Campaigner and Ayesha Fordham, Membership & Partnerships Manager at the Employer’s Initiative on Domestic Abuse. They discuss the impact of domestic abuse on employees and the important role employers play to both victim and perpetrator.

In this episode we discuss:

The importance of raising awareness of domestic abuse and the impact it has on working life.

The tools employers need to tackle domestic abuse experienced by employees.

How external organisations like Employer’s Initiative on Domestic Abuse can help support employers to share best practice and guidance.