Talking Recruitment

Recruitment & Employment Confederation
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Talking Recruitment

A regular podcast featuring the leading thinkers from across the recruitment and business world, in conversation with REC Chief Executive Neil Carberry. *The views expressed by guests on the REC's Talking Recruitment podcast are not those of the REC and reflect the individual's personal opinions.

  1. Episode 45: Leading beyond limits: innovating recruitment and retaining top talent.

    6 DAYS AGO

    Episode 45: Leading beyond limits: innovating recruitment and retaining top talent.

    In this episode, Neil Carberry talks to Andrew Tallents, Leadership Coach and Founder of Tallents Partnership. They discuss the importance of staying ahead of shifting client expectations and ensuring you retain top talent. In this episode, we discuss: What issues businesses can face when relying too heavily on outdated recruitment methods and failing to innovate The disvalue caused by paying lip service to diversity and inclusion without making meaningful change

    33 min
  2. Episode 44: Debunking new and existing technology (AI/ML) and should recruiters be worried?

    25 SEPT

    Episode 44: Debunking new and existing technology (AI/ML) and should recruiters be worried?

    In this episode, Kate Shoesmith talks to John Buyers, Partner and Head of the International AI team at Osborne Clarke. They discuss what makes artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning (ML) different from any other technology and how UK businesses should manage their own use of AI. We discuss: What makes artificial intelligence or machine learning different from any other technology? Should we be worried about it? What makes generative AI different? The EU is taking steps to regulate Artificial Intelligence systems through the EU Artificial Intelligence Act – is this something to be concerned about and how does the new regulation work? What the UK is doing to regulate AI How UK businesses should manage their own use of AI – steps for you to take now

    33 min
  3. Episode 43: Why #TempWorkWorks for individuals, for business and for the economy

    11 SEPT

    Episode 43: Why #TempWorkWorks for individuals, for business and for the economy

    In this episode, Neil Carberry talks to Shazia Ejaz, Campaigns and Insights Director here at the REC. They discuss our newest campaign ‘Voice of the worker’ and why temporary work is a vital part of today's labour market; driving economic growth and getting people into work. In this episode we discuss: Why #TempWorkWorks for individuals, for business and for the economy. Why it’s so important that temporary work isn’t jeopardised by any changes to employment rules How to get involved in the campaign and amplify the message

    28 min
  4. Episode 42: AI in recruitment: boosting efficiency, reducing bias and shaping the future

    21 AUG

    Episode 42: AI in recruitment: boosting efficiency, reducing bias and shaping the future

    In this episode, Neil Carberry talks to Founders Gary Elden and CEO Dan Malka of Hire Genius, a cloud-based recruitment business toolkit provider which aims to help recruitment agencies of all sizes streamline their operations. They discuss the role and the opportunity for enhancing efficiency by using AI in recruitment. In this episode we discuss: AI's role in enhancing recruitment efficiency AI and bias mitigation in hiring The future of AI and human collaboration in recruitment

    40 min
  5. Episode 41: Global recruitment insights: Transforming relationships and expectations in the UK.

    7 AUG

    Episode 41: Global recruitment insights: Transforming relationships and expectations in the UK.

    In this episode, Neil Carberry talks to Rhona Driggs, Chief Executive Officer of Empresaria. They discuss the global perspective on UK recruitment and what the primary differences are between the market in the UK and in other locations, like the US. In this episode we discuss: The profile of the Empresaria’s business and where it’s headed. The fundamentals of moving away from a transactional sale to a relationship-based one. How recruiters can manage clients’ expectations. Empresaria’s experience of driving this change and whether it required structural changes. How to build a more effective team to deliver in this world.

    38 min
  6. Episode 40: Driving a winning business: Business development for high performance!

    24 JUL

    Episode 40: Driving a winning business: Business development for high performance!

    In this episode, Neil Carberry talks to Brad Shackleton, Motivational Sales & Leadership Coach. They discuss the current issues impacting new business growth in recruitment and how to get your team match-fit for winning new profitable clients and business. In this episode we discuss: The leadership challenges facing recruiters right now when winning new business The key sales performance challenges recruitment leaders are facing Why external coaching is so important for businesses to harness the power of their people

    27 min
  7. Episode 39: Your General Election analysis and what it means for recruitment

    10 JUL

    Episode 39: Your General Election analysis and what it means for recruitment

    In this episode, we bring you a special edition of our Talking Recruitment podcast with REC campaigns and policy experts Neil Carberry, REC Chief Executive and Kate Shoesmith, REC Deputy Chief Executive. They discuss the results of a momentous General Election, what it means and its impact on the UK recruitment industry and labour market.

    45 min
  8. Episode 38: Navigating economic challenges: late payments, contract risks and insurance strategies

    26 JUN

    Episode 38: Navigating economic challenges: late payments, contract risks and insurance strategies

    In this episode, Maxine Bligh, Chief Membership & Innovation Officer steps in for Neil Carberry to talk to Peter Stoll from REC business partner Marsh Commercial. They discuss whether the economic climate is leading to clients' late payment of invoices and the potential risk of bad debts. In this episode we discuss: Are clients imposing more stringent terms due to factors like IR35, cyber risks, liability, and professional indemnity concerns? Are businesses encountering heightened risks due to Statement of Works contracts? How businesses can leverage insurance as a tool to protect against uncertainties in client engagements and contractual obligations.

    32 min
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A regular podcast featuring the leading thinkers from across the recruitment and business world, in conversation with REC Chief Executive Neil Carberry. *The views expressed by guests on the REC's Talking Recruitment podcast are not those of the REC and reflect the individual's personal opinions.

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  • Creator
    Recruitment & Employment Confederation
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2024
  • Episodes
    158
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Talking Recruitment

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