In this episode, Sameen Mahmood discusses the importance of personal branding and networking in today's competitive job market. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:14 The Importance of Personal Branding 03:28 Sameen's Personal Journey with Personal Branding 06:58 Networking and its Evolution 12:09 Balancing Personal Branding and Work 15:03 Personal Branding as a Shield in the Job Market 19:01 Practical Steps to Start Personal Branding 22:07 Maintaining Work-Life Balance 25:16 The Future of Personal Branding and Networking 27:33 Conclusion and Contact Information ..read more

In this conversation, David Hanrahan, Chief People Officer at Flare, shares insights on leadership development, team performance, rebuilding culture, and the future of leadership development. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:21 Common Misconceptions and Pitfalls in Leadership Development 03:36 A Different Approach to Leadership Development 08:31 Components of a Comprehensive Leadership Development Model 12:32 Strategies for Team Collaboration and Excellence 17:16 Stack Ranking Teams for Performance Assessment 23:03 Rebuilding Culture and Providing Leaders with Tools 26:38 Future T ..read more

Ben Eubanks, a researcher, author, and speaker, discusses the intersection of HR and AI in talent acquisition. He emphasises the importance of human connection and the role of AI in enabling recruiters to have a bigger impact. Ben shares key takeaways from his book on AI and its impact on talent acquisition, highlighting the need for critical thinking and compassion in the hiring process. He provides insights from the Talent Acquisition Trend Study, including the impact of ghosting and the importance of flexibility and growth opportunities for candidates. Ben offers advice on how organizations ..read more

Hector Stanley, the Co-Founder of Ditto, discusses the concept of employee mobility and how Ditto is solving the problem of talent sharing between businesses. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Ditto 03:03 Advantages of Employee Mobility 04:29 Balancing Internal and External Opportunities 06:20 Leveraging HR Tools for Employee Development and Mobility 08:04 Encouraging Managers to Value Employee Development 09:21 Positive Outcomes of Cross-Functional Collaboration 11:15 The Idea for Ditto and Its Founding 13:17 Employee Mobility for Small Companies 15:28 Incorporating Variety without ..read more

Summary In this episode, Shathiya Rengalwar discusses the importance of structured hiring and provides insights on how to create a structured hiring process. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:33 Key Elements of a Structured Hiring Process 03:41 Assessing and Improving an Existing Hiring Process 07:03 Common Leaks in the Hiring Process 10:43 Coaching and Educating Teams on Structured Hiring 14:03 Making Structured Hiring Data-Driven and Consistent 16:19 Challenges and Resistance in Implementing Structured Hiring 19:23 Advice for Startups and Smaller Companies 22:00 Conclusion ..read more

In this episode, we sit down with Milos Djurdjevic, the mind behind HeyData, to explore the secrets behind their remarkably low turnover rate. Milos shares insights into the unique strategies and a carefully crafted code of conduct that have been instrumental in fostering exceptional employee loyalty. He also dissects the details of HeyData's highly effective onboarding process and how it plays a pivotal role in their overall approach to talent retention. Milos sheds light on the business's focus on benefits packages and their significant contribution to employee satisfaction and retention. Le ..read more

Emily Sivey is fantastic! And did I mention she is a Super Recruiter? In this episode, we explore the managing of high application volumes while maintaining a personal touch - a critical aspect in the world of recruitment. This is a great hack-filled guide on how to give EVERYBODY who applies to a job at your business, a positive candidate experience ..read more

In this episode of Talent & Growth, we dive into the inspiring journey of Tessa Clarke, Co-Founder of Olio, a revolutionary app tackling the global food waste crisis. Tessa opens up about her transition from consulting to entrepreneurship and the profound influences that shaped her path, including insights from her time with James Dyson. Tessa discusses how Olio stands apart in addressing food waste, bringing a unique and effective approach to a global issue. She delves into the challenges and rewards of balancing a profit-driven business model with a strong, purpose-driven mission. This b ..read more

In this episode of Talent and Growth, we delve into the rapidly evolving world of AI in talent acquisition with James Sale. Throughout the episode, James highlights the critical need for recruiters to adapt and harness AI's potential to streamline and enhance their work. He sheds light on the comprehensive guide he's developed, offering a roadmap for effectively integrating AI into various aspects of recruitment - from copywriting for job descriptions to personalised candidate engagement. Check out James blog on the topic to get notes for this conversation right here - https://www.linkedin.com ..read more

In this episode of Talent & Growth, we delve into the intricacies of driving a performance-based culture while maintaining empathy and care for employees with our guest, Inbar Diamant. Key discussion points of the episode include: - The Importance of Employee Value - Balancing Care with Performance - Company Culture Impact - Managerial Buy-in - High-Level Concepts to Actionable Plan - Individual Worth vs. Role This episode is a must-listen for leaders, HR professionals, and anyone interested in creating a dynamic, empathetic, and performance-driven workplace. Tune in for valuable insights ..read more