"RecFest is a celebration of the recruitment industry and a reminder of its impact on the world."

In this Power of People Building Special we sat down with the one and only Jamie Leonard to discuss all things RecFest!

From the origins of RecFest to becoming a global event to looking to the future, we discuss it all.

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For a very special episode of The Power of People Building, we're joined by the one and only Chad & Cheese!

In this discussion we explore the theme of disruption in the HR tech and recruitment industry, with a focus on generative AI.

Next, we look at the role of marketplaces in the industry and the need for startups to integrate into existing platforms.

Lastly, we cover pressing themes in the recruitment industry such as threats to competitors, the acquisition of startups, the challenges faced by staffing companies, the dominance of LinkedIn and Indeed, the rise of interview tech, and the importance of performance-based hiring.

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"Localisation is going to stay. Every organisation needs to contribute to the growth of the economy by investing in local talent."

In this episode, Sam and Javeed Khan of KPMG dive into the nuances between talent acquisition and recruitment and how evolving target operating models can enhance these processes.

Key insights include:

- Specialized Teams and Brand Building:

Learn the importance of building specialised teams and focusing on outreach to attract and retain top talent.

- Challenges in the Middle East

Discover strategies for meeting government mandates on local hiring, including partnerships with educational institutions and competitive compensation.

- Candidate Experience

Understand the necessity of treating candidates like customers to maintain a positive experience across different recruitment models.

- Employer Branding

Explore how effective employer branding can differentiate organizstions and attract the right talent.

Tune in to gain valuable strategies for optimising your talent acquisition and recruitment efforts. Ready to learn more? Book a demo here.

In this episode, we delve into the significance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace and how it can drive profitability and market share. Our guest, Dean, shares his insights on creating an inclusive ecosystem that mirrors the communities organizations serve.

Sam and Dean discuss the necessity of proportionality and equity in hiring practices and the elimination of tokenism from DEI initiatives. They discuss:

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For this exciting episode of The Power of People Building, Sam sat down with Elaine Atkinson, Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Kainos.The conversations touches upon the importance of being curious, identifying quick wins, and building relationships with stakeholders.

Elaine also highlights the need for talent acquisition teams to be credible by providing excellent service, being creative in their approach, and managing expectations. She stresses the importance of aligning talent acquisition strategies with business objectives and measuring the commercial impact of hiring.

In this conversation, Elaine Atkinson and Sam Berthoud also discuss the importance of building a talent acquisition strategy that combines direct sourcing with augmentation options. They emphasize the value of partnerships with organizations, talent marketplaces, and preferred agency suppliers.

Elaine highlights the need for a core operating model that can be augmented with partners during peak demand, while still maintaining expertise and skills within the core team. They also discuss the importance of designing processes that are consistent and tailored to the organization's needs, as well as leveraging technology to automate repetitive tasks.

The conversation concludes with insights on measuring the impact of talent acquisition on business outcomes and the importance of clear communication and collaboration with the business.

In this episode of the Power of People Building Podcast, Sam Berthoud interviews Rob McCargow and Deniz Konak Ozturk from PwC about the practical application of generative AI within organizations.

They discuss the importance of aligning AI strategies with corporate strategies, the need for a clear data strategy and cloud transformation journey, and the significance of workforce capability and buy-in from all stakeholders.

They also emphasize the importance of responsible AI practices, including addressing bias and conducting consequence scanning.

The guests provide a checklist for organizations considering the adoption of generative AI, including having a clear strategy, prioritizing use cases, and effective communication.

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"We've moved on from having automated tools which have taken on tasks and we've taken a whole load of the recruit workflow and automated that." So what next?

In this episode, Sam and Bill explore the transformative impact of AI and automation on talent acquisition and the evolving role of recruiters.

They also discuss the societal implications of advancing technology and the shifting dynamics of the workforce.

Their conversation delves into the future of talent acquisition and the broader HR domain, highlighting the importance of internal mobility and diverse career paths.

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How do you do Inclusive Leadership well, and how do you create a genuinely inclusive culture in your organisation? We sat down with Joanne Lockwood, from SEE change Happen to find out.

Joanne emphasizes the need to focus on actions and results rather than just using buzzwords like EDI and D&I as well as the impact of positive experiences on profitability, employee engagement, and customer satisfaction. She also addresses the current state of diversity and inclusion, mentioning the shift in focus from well-being to other areas like race, gender, and neurodiversity.

We discuss:

📌 Conscious inclusion

📌 Inclusive leadership and training

📌 Importance of attaching real revenue values to DEI initiatives

📌 Impact of DEO on productivity, turnover and hiring costs

+ more!

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In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of recruitment and talent transformation with industry expert Charu Malhotra. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Charu shares invaluable insights on navigating the changing recruitment landscape.

Key Takeaways:

Resilience and Adaptability: How to adapt to changes, and bounce back from setbacks

Recruitment Teams and Organizational Culture: Charu highlights the pivotal role of recruitment teams in shaping an organization's culture and employer brand

Impactful Intake Meetings: How these meetings lay the foundation for successful recruitment by ensuring alignment on goals, expectations, and strategies

Changing Lives Through Recruitment: Beyond filling vacancies, recruiters have the power to positively change lives by matching candidates with opportunities that align with their aspirations and skills

Building a Successful Employer Brand: Employee engagement and advocacy are key metrics for measuring the success of an employer brand

And more!

Lars Schmidt joined us for this episode of the #PowerofPeopleBuilding podcast to discuss the future of work and what it means for you.

We touch upon the importance of learning agility and network equity for individuals, the need for leaders to role model learning and create an environment that encourages curiosity and growth and why adopting a tour of duty approach to the employee-employer relationship will benefit the workplace as a whole.

The conversation also touches on the multi-generational workforce and the universal desires for compensation and flexibility whilst exploring the impact of technology, generational differences, and the future of work.

Ready to get up to date on transparency, layoffs, and the role of AI in the workplace? Watch now.