In today’s fast-paced recruitment industry, making the wrong hire can cost companies as much as $17,000, according to CareerBuilder. As a forward-thinking professional, relying on intuition alone can be risky. That’s why data-driven decision-making is the only way to move forward. By using data to support your actions, you’ll become more than just a recruiter — you’ll become a strategic partner invested in your client’s growth. Plus, you are twice as likely to improve your recruiting process and three times more likely to reduce costs.  Let’s explore how you can implement an eff ..read more

How can you continuously enhance your recruitment approach to thrive despite varying market conditions? At Engage Sydney 2024, we were joined by 3 accomplished recruitment leaders – Brent Leahy from RGF Staffing, Penny O’Reilly from ManpowerGroup and Stephen Smith from Sirius People. Moderated by Matt Webster, the session explored how the leaders navigated economic challenges, empower their teams to win new business and the importance of resilience. Read on to find out the key takeaways from the insightful session. Navigating economic challenges Economic conditions have been constantly changin ..read more

At Engage Sydney 2024, renowned resilience expert Matt Hughes from Ripen demystified common misconceptions about well-being, where resilience comes from, and what it really takes to maximise well-being. He spoke about how people in recruitment can handle stress better and feel good about their work and life. Matt and his team are well-known for helping people and teams better understand resilience and well-being. He has empowered thousands of individuals and teams across over 30 countries. Understanding resilience Matt explained that handling day-to-day challenges in our professional lives is ..read more

At Engage 2024, professionals from the recruitment industry gathered to learn about winning new business and achieving long-term success. Josh McCole from Bullhorn moderated a panel featuring Nikki Grech from Healthcare Australia, Jody Fazldeen from Talentpath, and Ez Khan from Hume Scope as they shared advice on tackling the current market’s challenges. They discussed innovative approaches to business development (BD), the significance of building authentic relationships, and how to stand out in a competitive environment. Embracing the shift to business development The panel shared how busine ..read more

At Engage Sydney 2024, industry leaders such as Craig Sneesby, Samantha Miklos, and Henry Gatehouse gave us a real-world look at growing a recruitment agency. During their discussion moderated by Megan Lynch, they shared their experiences navigating challenges, making pivotal decisions, and leveraging technology to scale their businesses. This session provided actionable insights and inspiration for recruitment agencies aiming to navigate uncertainties and expand in 2024. The essence of growth: A tale of evolution and learning Sneesby started the session by recounting his journey from the earl ..read more

When intelligently applied, performance reviews are an essential tool to help individuals receive the support and guidance that they need to grow in their careers. But why stop there? What works for the individual can also be a game-changer at the industry level. Recruiters should be making data-driven decisions to power their activity—so we activated an industry-level performance review to delve a little deeper into opportunities, challenges, and priorities in the APAC recruitment market. As technology and AI continue to evolve our industry at remarkable speed, the strategies that propelled r ..read more

At Engage Sydney 2024, over 380 recruitment professionals from across the APAC region gathered at the historic Royal Randwick Racecourse for a full day of discussing industry trends, networking with their peers, and learning how the recruitment industry can move forward together in 2024 and beyond. From exciting and engaging keynote speakers to informative breakout sessions, Engage attendees walked away inspired to transform the way they work with candidates and clients by leveraging new technologies and best practices. Read on for a recap of the jam-packed day, starting with a keynote address ..read more

Cold calling has always been part of the life of a recruiter. It’s an effective way to identify prospects and build relationships with candidates who might be a good fit for roles. This is especially true when the job market is tight and competition for candidates is fierce, which makes it even more crucial for recruiters to pick up the phone. But cold calling only works if it’s targeted, personalised, and engaging. Let’s dive into how recruiters can make those cold calls count. Differentiating yourself Only a small percentage of job seekers are looking for a role at any given time. And yet, w ..read more

The market is changing for all industries. Once what was a candidate market not too long ago has now become a client market, with most companies trying to land and expand new marquees as companies pull back their spending on outsourcing to agencies. The old ways of “smile and dial” 100 clients a day are not seeing the fruits that they did 10 years ago. The age of digitalisation and omnichannel communication is here, which means you’ll need to update your strategy to stay ahead of the curve. That’s where recruitment automation comes in. Here are a few ways your agency may be able to leverage au ..read more

Allegis Group is the global leader in talent solutions and services. Today, with $15.6 billion in revenues and 500+ global locations, Allegis Group and its network of specialised companies provide a full suite of complementary talent solutions that solves nearly every workforce challenge to empower business success while consistently delivering an unsurpassed quality experience. Their network of global companies include Aerotek; TEKsystems; Aston Carter; Actalent; Allegis Global Solutions; Major, Lindsey & Africa; Allegis Partners; MarketSource; Getting Hired; CareerCircle; QuantumWork; an ..read more