The Recruitment Leadership Podcast

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Revolutionising Recruitment with Skills-Based Hiring: Insights from Tim Freestone, Founder of Alooba
Welcome to the latest episode of the Recruitment Leadership Podcast, hosted by Alison Humphries. In this episode, Alison is joined by Tim Freestone, Founder of Alooba, an online skills assessment platform transforming the way companies hire. Tim shares how his frustrations as a hiring manager led to the creation of Alooba, highlighting the inefficiencies of traditional CV-based hiring and the need for skills-first recruitment. With AI evolving rapidly and job roles changing at an unprecedented pace, Tim and Alison explore how recruiters can assess candidates more effectively, eliminate bias, and future-proof their hiring strategies. Key takeaways from this episode: 💡 The problem with resumes - Why CVs are an unreliable predictor of candidate ability and how skills assessments offer a more accurate alternative. 💡 Hiring for potential - How recruiters can assess aptitude, adaptability, and learning agility to identify future-ready candidates. 💡 The role of AI in recruitment - Why recruiters should embrace AI selectively while maintaining human-led decision-making. 💡 Automation vs. personalisation - How to balance efficiency and engagement to avoid losing top talent to impersonal hiring processes. 💡 The future of recruitment tech - What small and micro recruitment businesses should consider before investing in new AI-driven tools. Whether you're a recruitment leader, hiring manager, or business owner looking to make data-driven hiring decisions, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you stay ahead in an evolving talent market. Tune in to discover how to move beyond outdated hiring practices and build a more effective recruitment strategy. Connect with Tim Freestone on LinkedIn. Want to discuss this topic further with Alison? 💬 Email her at [email protected].
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Building a Standout Personal Brand: LinkedIn Strategies for Recruiters with Jem Bevan, Founder of SocialJems
Welcome to the latest episode of the Recruitment Leadership Podcast, hosted by Alison Humphries. In this episode, Alison is joined by Jem Bevan, Founder of SocialJems, a LinkedIn marketing specialist who helps recruiters and businesses harness the power of social media to attract clients and candidates. From a career in sales to becoming a LinkedIn strategist for recruiters, Jem has mastered the art of authentic engagement, personal branding, and content that converts. She shares practical strategies to help anyone create impactful content, foster meaningful engagement, and navigate LinkedIn’s latest algorithm updates. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: 💡 The power of personality: Why authenticity is key to standing out on LinkedIn and how to bring more of you into your content. 💡 Common LinkedIn mistakes: How recruiters get it wrong with overly corporate content - and what to do instead. 💡 Content that converts: The importance of brand guidelines, content pillars, and a strategic posting schedule. 💡 LinkedIn’s latest updates: How new features can boost visibility. 💡 Engagement over broadcasting: Why content is only half the battle - meaningful interactions are the real game-changer. Whether you're a recruitment leader, consultant, or business owner looking to elevate your LinkedIn presence, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you leverage the platform effectively. Tune in now to discover how to turn your LinkedIn activity into real business results! Connect with Jem on LinkedIn. Interested in discussing this topic further with Alison? 💬 Email her at [email protected]
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How to Become a Bit Famous as a Recruiter with Penny Haslam, Founder and MD of Bit Famous Ltd
Welcome to the latest episode of the Recruitment Leadership Podcast, hosted by Alison Humphries. In this episode, Alison is joined by Penny Haslam, Founder and Managing Director of Bit Famous Ltd, a former business journalist and TV presenter turned visibility coach. From a temporary role at the BBC, which proved to be the launchpad for her career, Penny became a trusted communication and confidence coach for professionals, including those in the recruitment industry. Together, Alison and Penny delve into the importance of clear, confident communication in recruitment and beyond, offering practical strategies to help professionals stand out in their fields. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: 💡 From Broadcasting to Coaching: Penny shares her journey and how she helps professionals boost visibility and communication skills. 💡 The Power of Relationships: Discover Penny’s strategies for meaningful networking through coffee meetings, mastermind groups, and consistent engagement. 💡 Visibility and Credibility: Learn how to secure speaking opportunities, leverage event photos, and deliver a clear, specialised message. 💡 Communication Mastery: Tips to captivate audiences, avoid common pitfalls, and balance professionalism with humour. 💡 Public Speaking Essentials: Actionable advice on crafting engaging, authentic presentations with tools like mind maps and audience interaction. Whether you're a recruitment professional, business leader, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you build your personal brand, communicate with confidence, and stand out in your industry. Connect with Penny on LinkedIn. Interested in discussing this topic further with Alison? 💬 Email her at [email protected]
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Empowering Female Solopreneurs in Recruitment: Insights from Helen Plumridge, Founder of Hypa Consulting
In this episode of the Recruitment Leadership Podcast, Alison Humphries is joined by Helen Plumridge, founder of Hypa Consulting, who shares her inspiring journey from starting King Recruit in 2015 to successfully selling it to Recruitment Entrepreneur. During this episode, Helen and Alison explore the challenges faced by female solopreneurs in recruitment, including self-doubt, financial risk, and the balancing act of lifestyle factors. They emphasise the importance of cultivating the right mindset, effective planning, and maintaining accountability on the entrepreneurial journey. With their wealth of experience, Helen and Alison offer practical advice on how to overcome these obstacles, highlighting the value of regular exercise, consistent planning, and continuous learning. Helen also discusses the power of having an accountability partner and maintaining a growth mindset. Helen has generously offered free resources to support female entrepreneurs in the recruitment industry, including a PDF with 18 revenue-enhancing hacks to help you grow your business and stay on track. You can download the PDF here: 18 x Revenue-Enhancing Hacks to Simplify Your Business and Give You More Free Time! If you're a female entrepreneur looking to elevate your recruitment business, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable strategies to help you thrive. 💡 Perfect for female solopreneurs, recruitment professionals, and anyone interested in leadership development and business growth. Connect with Helen on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/49zuGAr As a Co-Founder of Women in Recruitment Leadership, this is a topic that Alison is particularly passionate about. If you’d like to discuss this topic further with Alison, you can contact her here: 💬 [email protected]
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Navigating the Complexities of Recruitment Leadership with Mike Horne, Executive Coach & Organisation Development Expert
In this latest episode of the Recruitment Leadership Podcast, Alison Humphries welcomes Mike Horne, a seasoned organisational development expert, to tackle the unique challenges faced by small recruitment business owners. Packed with actionable insights, this conversation bridges the gap between the high-level struggles of corporate executives and the daily realities of running a recruitment firm. Mike draws on his extensive experience to highlight the key leadership traits every business owner needs: self-belief, confidence, and calmness under pressure. He dives into the nuts and bolts of building a successful recruitment business, from financial management and marketing to navigating generational differences in the workplace. Are you grappling with the diverse priorities of Gen Z, millennials, and Gen X? Alison and Mike explore how these generational divides can impact leadership and share strategies for fostering inclusion while harnessing the strengths of each group. Whether you're scaling your recruitment business, refining your leadership style, or just starting out, this episode is your go-to guide for setting clear goals, maintaining discipline, and leveraging innovation to unlock your team’s full potential. Tune in now to gain practical advice and fresh perspectives that will help you thrive in the ever-changing recruitment industry! 💡 Perfect for small business leaders, recruitment professionals, and anyone eager to elevate their leadership game. Be sure to connect with Mike on LinkedIn Want to discuss this topic further with Alison? Contact her: 💬 [email protected]
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