Early Careers Podcast | Jack & Ollie Show

Expect a blend of personal stories, candid reflections on generational coaching trends, and some unfiltered advice on nurturing today's talent. Get ready for an episode with Lola Bejide that promises to be anything but ordinary, as we venture into the heart of what makes early career mentoring not just important, but truly exhilarating.

We'll uncover the nuances of employer brand and EVP, discuss strategies for enhancing brand perception, and share practical advice for those looking to revamp or create a compelling employer brand. Tune in for an enlightening conversation filled with expert insights and tips for early career professionals and recruiters alike.

Join us as we challenge the status quo and explore strategies to support passive or socially disadvantaged students, ensuring a more inclusive and diverse approach to career development. We'll dig deep into the key questions, share actionable insights, and envision a future where everyone has an equal shot at success. Get ready for an inspiring dialogue on Championing the Underrepresented – i...

Merging his vast marketing background with recruitment prowess, Paul offers a unique spin on the challenges and transformative power of AI. Tune in for a laugh, a lesson, and a look into the future of hiring.

With thought-provoking discussions and poignant insights, this episode promises to be a veritable treasure trove for those yearning for a renewed outlook on contemporary hiring practices. So, pour yourself a cuppa and prepare for a recruitment revelation.

From the unspoken advantage of networks to innovative solutions that level the playing field, this podcast promises to challenge, inspire, and provoke thought. Join us as we explore fresh perspectives, practical takeaways, and how we can redefine success to truly reflect talent and hard work.

They share their experiences and insights on the importance of sustainability and diversity in early careers recruitment. With a special appearance by Matthew Payne, a law student and Co-Chair of the Sustainable Recruitment Alliance’s Student Advisory Board, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of recruitment.

From navigating hybrid working to crafting an alluring employer brand and embracing the power of purpose and impact, Charlie's expertise provides a guiding light for navigating the ever-changing currents of the job market.  Tune in to gain a competitive edge and unlock the keys to building a flourishing workforce in our enthralling episode, "Mastering Branding and Attraction in the Evolv...

Branding & Attraction: A brave new world has emerged since the pandemic with wild swings in candidate attraction. One of the leading agencies in the Early Careers space, SMRS joined to discuss what is the right balance. The wonderfully bright, Richard and Jackie talk us through the data, chew the fat and help us see things more clearly with great insight and evidence that can be found in the m...

We discussed how there is nothing wrong with a rainbow, but could more be done to engage with the LGBTQ+ community and its allies in a more meaningful way?

The market has been screaming out for something like this and now it's here and employers and training providers have a platform that helps bring together apprentices to develop socially and professionally as well as providing support for employers and training providers.

Lienda and Martin spoke about the sorts of interventions that work best with their university partners, the value that career coaching can play and the ROI it provides to career services. If you would like to find out more about the services that Lienda offers please visit her website and likewise for Martin and his business Gradcore.

We spoke to Esther about the programme they are running, how it came about, the successes they've already had and their vision for the future. You can find out more about the programme on their website.

We discussed the role that university plays in employability, but also the wide spectrum of students and their desired outcomes for their time at university and how universities can best position themselves to help the widest range of students. 

We discussed what employability means, why it is so important and what it can mean for social mobility and enterprise. 

We spoke to Laura about the alliance and covered what signatories are agreeing to,  what the commitment looks like and she explained to us how other firms can join the already more than 30+ employer and university members. 

We discussed which changes are here to stay, which aren't and Stephen shared his insights and predictions for 2021 with us.

Best known for calling out Tony Blair, Vivienne Westwood and Simon Cowell over unpaid internships, Tanya explains how her activism has adapted to include employers, and why the good guys are so important in the battle against the bad guys - especially in a post-Covid world...

We spoke about the upheaval to work placed learning, how many firms adapted and what that has meant for students during 2020 and what it might mean for 2021 and beyond. 

Charlie joined us on the show to give us a macro perspective on the current labour market for graduates as well as some insights from the past and some predictions for the future. 

The apprenticeship development programme at Mace has led to a 94% retention after four years and a 98% academic attainment rate. Those results speak for themselves. Michael and Katie reveal all the secrets to their success in this episode.

University education has been around for over 800 years in the UK and over that time there have been enormous changes ranging from accessibility to teaching methods.  Right now universities are dealing with the huge impact that COVID-19 has had on the sector and how that may shape the future of university education. Listen to what Chris has to say.

We don't know what the future will look, so how can we prepare for that? Chris runs through some simple steps you can do to make sure you are as prepared as you can be for the jobs of the future.

The wonderful and highly functional German apprenticeship system is widely touted as the gold standard by governments across the world, but that doesn't mean it will work everywhere. Ulrich talks through the strengths of the Birtish economy and how that might work in the apprenticeship space.

Is this something you can see happening in other industries? Are the lines blurring even further between graduate and apprenticeships? Listen in to find out more.