The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In the third episode of the second season,  Lizzie talks with guest Ollie Tasker, Partner in Employment Law at Wilkin Chapman Solicitors. The pair talk about the effects that zero hour contracts have on the employment sector as well as workers rights. 

Also on the agenda this week, holiday allowance changes and what they mean for workers, as well as the effects of IR35. 

The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In this second episode of season 2, host Lizzie Tasker is joined by recruitment experts, Leanne and Paula to talk about interviews, what types there are available and which kind is suited to what business. 

The group also discusses whether enough is being done in the interview process to attract candidates and whether the right kind of interview is being used. Could businesses actually be putting candidates off with their current approach? 

The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In this first episode of the second season, Lizzie is joined by Gerrard and Ashleigh who discuss the state of the UK's staff market and what changes we've seen in recent history when it comes to migrant workers and skills. They look at among other subjects, the effect that events like Brexit are having on confidence in the UK labour market and what the future might hold for getting skilled labour to meet work demands. 

The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In the final episode of the first season, Lizzie is joined by Leanne and Becky in a discussion about workplace culture. What is it, and how important it is towards increasing productivity and raising staff morale. Also on the agenda this week, what makes a good manager and how should businesses reward employees for good work? 

The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In this episode, Lizzie is joined by Becky and Leanne to discuss the importance of employer branding, the impact of branding on the recruitment process such as cost per hire.  

Also in this weeks episode, the experts discuss job satisfaction, the impact company reviews have when candidates are choosing their next roles to apply for and the importance of setting expectations. 

The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In this episode, Lizzie, Helen and Ashleigh discuss responsible recruitment - what it is and how best to adhere to it. The experts also discuss modern slavery and how recruiters must be aware of the red flags to help combat it before it arises. 

Also on the agenda this week, the trio discuss various forms of discrimination, including 'unconscious bias', whether that be through the name on the top of the CV or valuing one gender as being worth more than another. 

The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In this episode, Lizzie, Mandy and Ashleigh discuss how employers can encourage physical activity in the workplace as well as what the potential benefits are on productivity. The experts also talk about how employers don't have to shell out for expensive gym membership programs to incentivise employees to get active.

The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In this episode, Lizzie, Leanne and Helen talk about recruitment processes in a candidate-driven market, what the best processes are and what to avoid.  The experts also discuss the usefulness of online testing for a job role as well as different styles of interview and the power of the informal chat. 

The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In this episode, Lizzie, Leanne and Rebecca discuss talent attraction methods, how they've changed and attraction over assessment. The three experts also discuss how easy the job application process is today via social media, and finding an innovative hook for your job descriptions. 

The Ambitions Podcast is a weekly discussion about recruitment. Members of the Ambitions Personnel team explore a range of subjects from the latest changes in the recruitment industry to tips on how to retain and train staff.

In this episode, Lizzie, Mandy and Rebecca discuss the impact of mental health in the workplace and how employers can open up the sometimes difficult conversations surrounding the wellbeing of their employees. The trio also discuss why mental health is becoming more of a focus for all businesses and the importance of maintaining a good work/life balance.