The Recruitment Show with Lewis Maleh

AI-driven layoffs are accelerating in 2026. Some companies may have cut too deep. At the same time: - Graduate unemployment is rising - Apprenticeships are increasing - Work-from-home policies are tightening The job market rules are shifting. In this episode of Espresso, I break down: - Whether AI layoffs are strategic — or premature - Why some firms may need to rehire roles they automated - What...

The 2026 job market just accelerated — fast. Over 600,000 jobs have been cut in the last 30 days alone. From UPS cutting 30,000 roles , to Home Depot enforcing a five-day return to office while reducing headcount , to the UK Treasury offering six-figure exit packages , this is no longer just a tech story. Layoffs are spreading across logistics, retail, finance, and the public sector. In this episo...

This week at Davos, the warning was clear: the AI tsunami is no longer coming — it’s here. The IMF says 60% of jobs are now exposed to AI disruption . Amazon has just cut 16,000 corporate roles to “flatten” its organisation. And OpenAI CEO Sam Altman argues we’re not losing jobs — we’re moving to a higher level of abstraction . In this episode, I break down the three biggest signals from this week...

Everyone talks about the private jets and parties at Davos — but the real story is in the data. I went through the key reports released at the World Economic Forum so you don’t have to, and what’s emerging is a very different picture of the job market in 2026. This isn’t about hype anymore. It’s about flattened management, AI-driven job shifts, and a growing trust crisis inside organisations. In t...

Only 24% of global workers feel confident about their career future, and AI is widening that gap faster than ever. This episode breaks down the real strategies that separate those left behind from those moving ahead: how to stay relevant as AI reshapes hiring, why visibility now outpaces performance, how to network authentically, what recruiters truly seek in 2026 and beyond, and why being better...

McKinsey just revealed they have 25,000 AI agents working alongside humans, while the construction industry faces its biggest labor shortage in history. The job market is splitting in two. In this video, I break down the latest LinkedIn and Business Insider reports to show you exactly where the jobs are going in 2026 and how to position yourself to survive the "Skills Earthquake." -- 👨...

The 2026 Talent Playbook: Private Equity is sitting on record "dry powder," but the biggest bottleneck isn't the money—it's the people. In this episode of The Recruitment Show, we sit down with Michael Magliochetti, Operating Partner at Riverside Partners and author of Dancing Between the Toes of Elephants. We break down why the "Culture of One" is the #1 killer of foun...

The job market in January 2026 makes no sense. LinkedIn just published their Jobs on the Rise report showing 25 roles growing faster than anything else in the UK and America. Companies say they're hiring. Candidates are flooding the market. But almost nothing is connecting. In this week's episode, we break down three stories dominating the recruiting conversation right now: → LinkedIn'...

AI can make you faster and scale your work — but it can’t replace your voice. This episode dives into why AI‑written content is easy to spot, how authenticity drives real engagement, where AI is transforming recruiting, and why the human touch still matters more than ever. -- 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh 📌 About Bentley Lewis 🌍 https://bentleyl...

You can’t always control what happens — but you can control your response. This episode unpacks a simple four‑box framework showing how the same pressure or challenge can lead to completely different outcomes in careers, leadership, and life. Because your response shapes your result. -- 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lee Bofkin 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-bofkin 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis M...

If your career is a marathon, why are you training like it’s a sprint? In this episode, we explore how elite performers sustain success — from health and recovery to daily habits, discipline, and long‑term awareness. Because burnout doesn’t build legacy — endurance does. -- 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh 📌 About Bentley Lewis 🌍 https://bentleylew...

The real debate isn’t remote vs office—it’s about what truly drives teams to excel. In this episode, we unpack how ambition clashes with comfort, why clarity beats entitlement, and what trust, ownership, and “batteries included” mindsets mean for leaders who want to build teams that last. -- 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh 📌 About Bentley Lewis 🌍...

The rules of success are changing—degrees no longer guarantee it. In this episode, we unpack what really matters now: avoiding the debt trap, finding future-proof skills, and building a career that actually lasts. -- 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lee Bofkin 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-bofkin 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh 📌 About Bentley L...

The "Career Ladder" isn't broken. You’re just climbing it wrong. For decades, the advice was static: Get the degree, wait your turn, get the promotion. But in 2025, with entry-level roles down 29% and AI compressing the middle management layer, "waiting your turn" is a failed strategy. In this episode, I sit down with Lee Bofkin (Co-Founder & CEO of Global Street Art) t...

In this end of year special, I sit down with Glenn Martin for a raw, no-nonsense download of the last 12 months. We aren’t just looking back; we’re dissecting the damage and mapping out the only strategy that will work in 2026. ---- 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh 📌 About Bentley Lewis 🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/ ➡️ Follow Us 🔗 All socials: https...

You lost the job. Your key supporter left. The market changed overnight. What do you do when your conditions for success suddenly vanish? You pivot. It’s time to stop clinging to a plan that no longer works. A career pivot, whether forced by a layoff or necessary change, is a massive shock. But your power isn't in resisting it, it's in how you rebuild. Here are three non-negotiable steps t...

Most people don’t actually listen. They just wait for their turn to speak. In this episode, we break down why real conversation is becoming a lost skill — and how you can build meaningful, high-impact communication in a world dominated by screens, short attention spans, and constant noise. ---- 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh 📌 About Bentley Lewis...

Are you working hard but wondering if you'll last? In this episode, we dive into the 2026 leadership playbook—what actually builds stamina, prevents burnout, and creates longevity in high-pressure careers. Lewis Maleh sits down with Matthew McLoughlin, C-Suite Exec in Asset Management, to discuss real strategies for executive wellness. From Whoop data insights to starting your fitness journey duri...

79% of candidates now research a company’s culture — and the people who work there — before they even consider applying. In this episode, Lewis Maleh and Leo Harrison dive deep into why personal branding, online presence, and authentic content are becoming essential for both hiring and career growth. You’ll learn: 💡 Why recruitment has become a marketing function 📱 How personal brands influence...

Global hiring is tougher than ever — and the skills you bring now make or break your chances of landing the right role. Whether you’re a student, recent grad, or experienced professional, understanding where the job market is heading (and how education and skills can empower you) is vital to future-proof your career. In this video, Lewis Maleh breaks down key insights from LinkedIn’s latest State...

Conversation is becoming a lost art. We’re surrounded by messages, notifications, and endless screens...but fewer real conversations. The kind where you listen, build on someone’s ideas, and create something new together. Lewis Maleh and Lee Bofkin discuss, real connection comes from curiosity, empathy, and presence...skills that can’t be automated. ---- 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh: https://w...

I'm joined by AI board advisor Henry Platten as we unpack the seismic shifts happening in the job market right now. We’re diving into agentic browsers like OpenAI’s Atlas and Perplexity’s Commet, exploring how they could replace traditional productivity tools, new AI jobs, and the opportunities in the Middle East. Whether you hire, lead, or looking for your next role, this episode will give yo...

Worried about where your tech career is heading in 2025? In this episode, we break down what’s changing in engineering roles, how to pivot into AI, and the skills that will actually set you apart—beyond code. You’ll learn: Why the best engineers in 2025 are product-minded communicators, not order-takers How to use AI to augment your work (not replace you) and what to learn “under the hood” Why por...

Even the strongest candidates get rejected for reasons that go beyond skill. In this episode, Lewis breaks down the four red flags that quietly derail great candidates, from weak self-awareness to surface-level preparation and shares how presence, mindset, and professionalism can turn hesitation into an offer. 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh 📌 About Bentley Le...

Networking isn’t about selling... it’s about connecting. In this episode, I share a real-world guide to building authentic relationships that open doors, create opportunities, and make networking feel natural, not awkward. You’ll learn how to: - Shift your mindset from selling to connecting - Build two “networking buckets” to grow your community intentionally - Make genuine connections both online...