The Power of People Building

"RecFest is a celebration of the recruitment industry and a reminder of its impact on the world." In this Power of People Building Special we sat down with the one and only Jamie Leonard to discuss all things RecFest! From the origins of RecFest to becoming a global event to looking to the future, we discuss it all. You don't want to miss this special episode! Listen now.

For a very special episode of The Power of People Building, we're joined by the one and only Chad & Cheese! In this discussion we explore the theme of disruption in the HR tech and recruitment industry, with a focus on generative AI. Next, we look at the role of marketplaces in the industry and the need for startups to integrate into existing platforms. Lastly, we cover pressing themes in...

"Localisation is going to stay. Every organisation needs to contribute to the growth of the economy by investing in local talent." In this episode, Sam and Javeed Khan of KPMG dive into the nuances between talent acquisition and recruitment and how evolving target operating models can enhance these processes. Key insights include: - Specialized Teams and Brand Building: Learn the importa...

In this episode, we delve into the significance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace and how it can drive profitability and market share. Our guest, Dean, shares his insights on creating an inclusive ecosystem that mirrors the communities organizations serve. Sam and Dean discuss the necessity of proportionality and equity in hiring practices and the elimination of tokenism f...

For this exciting episode of The Power of People Building, Sam sat down with Elaine Atkinson, Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Kainos. The conversations touches upon the importance of being curious, identifying quick wins, and building relationships with stakeholders. Elaine also highlights the need for talent acquisition teams to be credible by providing excellent service, being creative in t...

In this episode of the Power of People Building Podcast, Sam Berthoud interviews Rob McCargow and Deniz Konak Ozturk from PwC about the practical application of generative AI within organizations. They discuss the importance of aligning AI strategies with corporate strategies, the need for a clear data strategy and cloud transformation journey, and the significance of workforce capability and buy-...

"We've moved on from having automated tools which have taken on tasks and we've taken a whole load of the recruit workflow and automated that." So what next? In this episode, Sam and Bill explore the transformative impact of AI and automation on talent acquisition and the evolving role of recruiters. They also discuss the societal implications of advancing technology and the shif...

How do you do Inclusive Leadership well, and how do you create a genuinely inclusive culture in your organisation? We sat down with Joanne Lockwood, from SEE change Happen to find out. Joanne emphasizes the need to focus on actions and results rather than just using buzzwords like EDI and D&I as well as the impact of positive experiences on profitability, employee engagement, and customer sati...

In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of recruitment and talent transformation with industry expert Charu Malhotra. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Charu shares invaluable insights on navigating the changing recruitment landscape. Key Takeaways: Resilience and Adaptability: How to adapt to changes, and bounce back from setbacks Recruitment Teams and Organizational Culture...

Lars Schmidt joined us for this episode of the #PowerofPeopleBuilding podcast to discuss the future of work and what it means for you. We touch upon the importance of learning agility and network equity for individuals, the need for leaders to role model learning and create an environment that encourages curiosity and growth and why adopting a tour of duty approach to the employee-employer relatio...

This week we're graced by Jo Weech, Founder and Principal Consultant of Exemplary Consultants. She joins us as we delve into the critical topic of neurodiversity in the workplace, how to retain and engage employees and creating fair and equitable hiring processes. Get into: Neurodiversity in all it's forms and how you can help employees How to create a fair and equitable hiring process Act...

In the latest episode, Toby, a seasoned expert in talent acquisition, shares invaluable insights into the strategic value of TA beyond traditional metrics. Here’s a glimpse into our conversation: - Reframing Talent Acquisition: Toby challenges the conventional view of talent acquisition, advocating for a shift towards understanding its strategic significance beyond cost reduction and efficiency ga...

Our latest episode sees the one and only Lee Harding discuss his career journey, from agency recruitment to founding his own company and eventually joining Join Talent. He emphasizes the importance of recruiter enablement and personal branding, using data and market intelligence both internally and externally, and the commercial impact of talent acquisition. Lee also shares his thoughts on remote...

🎙️ Excited to share the latest #PowerOfPeopleBuilding episode with special guest Robin Schooling. In this candid conversation, Robin and Sam delve deep into all things recruiting and hiring processes. They discuss: 🔹Why you need authenticity in your hiring process 🔹The critical need for honesty and transparency to revolutionize the recruitment experience 🔹The lack of transparency in internal mo...

Love Recruiting Future with Matt Alder? You'll love this latest episode of the Power of People Building... In this episode, we're getting into the nitty gritty of tomorrow's tech workforce and taking a peek at what the future holds for talent acquisition. Sam and Matt get into the major forces shaking up TA, from tech innovations to the hunt for top-notch talent as well as chat about t...

🎙️ Rewriting the Web: AI's Impact on Recruitment and Reality Join us for an eye-opening chat with the one and only Hung Lee as we dive into the wild world of AI and its ripple effects on the internet and recruitment. Sam and Hung break down the hurdles of dealing with AI-savvy candidates and why it's high time to give recruitment processes a facelift. Plus, buckle up for a discussion on da...

In today's episode, I speak with a Talent Acquisition Leader, Michael Nsiah, who has a global recruitment background. His journey to Asia started with a rogue prediction from Piers Morgan that led him to one of the most pivotal points in his TA career! He now works for Simply Business and has developed a wealth of experience in the recruitment industry over the last 16 years. Michael and I spo...

Welcome to the first episode of the Power of People Building Podcast! Today, Sean Allen and I speak about the value of people building in Talent acquisition. Sean has been in the industry for over 15 years and is Head of Talent Acquisition at The Very Group, on this episode he shares a few gems that he's discovered along the way. We spoke about becoming a manager, finding what makes your emplo...

For today's episode, Ben, Nicole, and our host Mark sat down to talk about developing an innovative recruitment strategy, staying ahead of the curve, and implementing an ambitious digital transformation. With over 10 years of experience in the recruitment industry, Ben and Nicole speak about the importance of raising and training new employees, finding the right people, and developing the corr...

In this episode of The Power of People Building Podcast, we're joined by an old friend of Mark's, Matt Bradburn. Matt is the Founder/CEO of the People Collective, and author of the People Leaders Newsletter (Spoiler: His work revolves around people!). Join Matt and Mark as they chat about all things talent acquisition, as well as the journey to becoming co-founders and building their dream...

In this weekly podcast series, hosted by hackajob Co-Founder & CEO Mark Chaffey, we aim to break the status quo and encourage conversation on all things people and culture. On this podcast, we celebrate the individuals who are building the future. Providing a peek behind the curtain of some of the best-in-class TA teams that are creating high-performing tech organizations, this podcast explore...