The Recruitment Show with Lewis Maleh

Thinking about changing careers but worried about starting again?

Many professionals reach a point where they want something different, but changing industries, taking a pay cut, or leaving behind years of experience can feel overwhelming.

In this episode, Lewis Maleh explores why career transitions are so difficult, what hiring managers are really thinking, and the practical steps you can take to move into a new field without throwing away everything you've built.

Lewis shares advice on networking, learning new skills, building credibility, and positioning yourself for opportunities in a competitive market.

Whether you're considering a complete career change, exploring a side hustle, or simply feeling stuck in your current role, this episode will help you think through your next move.

🎙️ Espresso with Lewis — practical leadership insights, no fluff.

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AI is changing the world of work faster than most people realise.

From Elon Musk's prediction that work could become optional to LinkedIn's latest data on the fastest-growing jobs, the conversation is no longer about whether AI will change employment. It is about who benefits, who adapts, and who gets left behind.

In this episode, Lewis explores:
• Whether AI is really a threat to jobs
• Why some professions are growing while others are shrinking
• The rise of AI Engineers and Heads of AI
• What workers can do to stay relevant
• The biggest mistake job seekers are making right now
• Why personal brand and visibility matter more than ever

If you're trying to understand where the job market is heading and how to position yourself for the future, this episode is for you.

🎙️ Espresso with Lewis — practical leadership insights, no fluff.
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Connect with me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh
Learn more: https://bentleylewis.com

AI is changing hiring, but not always in the way people think.

Candidates are using AI to write applications. Companies are using AI to screen them. As a result, more hiring decisions are being made before a recruiter or hiring manager ever sees the person behind the CV.

In this episode, Lewis explores why traditional job applications are becoming less effective, particularly for experienced professionals, and what candidates can do to improve their visibility in an increasingly AI-driven hiring market.

Topics discussed include:
• How AI is being used in recruitment
• Why job applications alone are no longer enough
• The importance of LinkedIn visibility
• Building relationships before you need a job
• Why trusted referrals still matter
• Practical ways to stand out in a crowded market

The future of hiring will involve AI, but the best opportunities will still come down to trust, reputation and human judgement.

🎙️ Espresso with Lewis — practical leadership insights, no fluff.
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Connect with me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh
Learn more: https://bentleylewis.com

Most professionals believe promotions are earned through performance alone.

In reality, career progression is influenced by a combination of performance, potential, visibility, relationships, and leadership capability.

In this episode of Espresso with Lewis, Lewis Maleh sits down with Kelly McGinnis, President of Business Operations at Thermo Fisher Scientific, to explore what separates those who continue to advance from those who remain stuck despite delivering strong results.

They discuss:
• Why performance alone doesn't guarantee promotion
• What leaders look for when identifying future executives
• The importance of peer relationships and internal networks
• How to demonstrate leadership before you have the title
• Career ownership and professional growth
• Workplace complacency and staying relevant
• AI adoption and the future of work
• The widening gap between professionals who adapt and those who don't

A practical conversation on leadership, career progression, talent development, and what it really takes to succeed in today's workplace.
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Connect with Kelly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyamcginnis
Connect with me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh
Learn more: https://bentleylewis.com

Most people assume the original career plan they started with will eventually work out.

But industries change. Technology changes. Markets change. And many professionals are realising the path they planned for no longer looks the same.

In this episode I talk about career reinvention, adapting early, and why the people moving forward right now are often the ones willing to rethink their direction before they are forced to.

I discuss:
• Why career plans stop working
• AI, uncertainty and changing industries
• The importance of adapting early
• Rebuilding momentum during career transitions
• Why visibility and relationships matter more than ever
• The danger of waiting too long to change direction
• How professionals can position themselves for future opportunities

A conversation about careers, reinvention, adaptability and navigating uncertainty in a rapidly changing world.

🎙️ Espresso with Lewis — practical leadership insights, no fluff.
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Connect with me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh
Learn more: https://bentleylewis.com