The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast

Lysha Holmes

Welcome to The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast! The Recruiters Recruitment Podcast is listened to from all corners of the globe. Created in the global lockdown of 2020, our audience drop in knowing that they are going to listen to a guest who is a knowledgable leader in their industry willingly sharing their professional and often personal journeys to enable YOU, our precious listener, a chance to learn, self-development and above all else, reflect on your own life and experience. A safe place where we hope to allow you to learn something. Our host - Lysha Holmes has been in the recruitment industry for almost a quarter of a century and for most of that duration, has championed best practise in the Rec2Rec sphere. A vocal advocate for well-being, Lysha talks openly about sobriety, and her life as a solo parent all whilst running a recruitment business. Here we are now in 2025- with Season 6 which will focus on the holistic approach to leadership with more experts and inspiring voices from across the recruitment industry and beyond, sharing their experiences with you, our cherished listener! The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is for those who are aspiring future leaders, those who want to improve themselves on their recruitment journey and also those who are running companies now to learn from their peers. Above all else, we hope you find the podcast to be a positive inspiring place to be. Watch all the episodes over on our YouTube channel- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEiVMynhdhSz4Qzu2gguHG ---------- This podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger and a partner to Needi, Diversity in Recruitment, Keybridge IT, & Bristow & Hardy Sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. https://paiger.co/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=recruiters-recruiter Needi; Is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best, local independent businesses. Lou’s team of expert gift finders, save companies time and money, with their complimentary corporate gifting service. From thank-you gifts for small start-ups to well-being events for FTSE 100 companies, Needi helps companies motivate and retain the best staff and clients, through thoughtful, affordable gifting, events and experience days. Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed and delivered by experienced recruiters, giving your teams the insight, tools, and confidence to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. Keybridge IT Solutions; Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Established in 2010, Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support & solutions Provider. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud - Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. Working with many different industries, including Recruitment, Finance, Leisure and the Charity Sector. Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. Find out more here – https://bristowandhardy.co.uk Don't forget to like and subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our episodes!

  1. EP327: How Recruiters Can Save 40% of Their Working Day - Lawson Leefe, CVME & Hedera Hiring

    2d ago

    EP327: How Recruiters Can Save 40% of Their Working Day - Lawson Leefe, CVME & Hedera Hiring

    EXCLUSIVE DEAL for anyone who gets in touch with Lawson: Mention The Recruiter’s Recruitment Podcast and get 14 days unlimited use of formatting on CVME, and an additional £20 free credit if you sign up after the trial. See below for links. —————— In this episode of The Recruiter’s Recruitment Podcast, Lysha Holmes sits down with Lawson Leefe, Director of Hedera Hiring and Core Developer of CVME, to discuss his unique journey from recruitment leader to software developer and tech founder. Unlike many technology providers serving the recruitment industry, Lawson is still actively running a recruitment business. That means every feature within CVME has been built to solve real-world recruitment challenges rather than theoretical ones. During the conversation, Lawson shares: His recruitment career and experience building specialist utilities recruitment firm Hedera Hiring.Why he taught himself to code after becoming frustrated with the time recruiters spend searching, formatting, and presenting CVs.How CVME automates CV formatting and candidate sourcing to help recruiters reclaim hours every week. This is a fascinating discussion for anyone interested in recruitment technology, operational efficiency, AI adoption, and building products from inside the industry rather than from the outside. 🔗 Connect with the guest Lawson Leefe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawsonleefe/ CVME: https://cvme.ai/ Hedera Hiring: https://www.hederahiring.com/ 🔗 Connect with the host Lysha Holmes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyshaholmesr2r/ Qui Recruitment: https://www.quirecruitment.co.uk/ Follow the podcast on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/@therecruitersrecruitmentpod https://the-recruiters-recruitment-podcast.captivate.fm/ —————— The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger, and partnered with Needi, Keybridge IT Solutions, Bristow & Hardy and Diversity in Recruitment. Our sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. Find out more about Paiger: https://paiger.co/ Our partners: Needi is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best local independent businesses. Their team of expert gift finders save companies time and money with their complimentary corporate gifting service. https://needi.co.uk/ Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. https://www.bristowandhardy.co.uk/ Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. https://diversityinrecruitment.com/ Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support and solutions Provider - Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud, including Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. https://www.keybridgeit.com/ #Recruitment #RecruitmentTechnology #AIInRecruitment #RecruitmentLeadership #RecruitmentPodcast #StaffingIndustry #TalentAcquisition #RecruitmentInnovation #CVME #RecruitersRecruitmentPodcast

    32 min
  2. EP326: What Really Matters? A Founder’s Wake-Up Call - Caroline Kingsley, Kingsley Recruitment

    Jun 1

    EP326: What Really Matters? A Founder’s Wake-Up Call - Caroline Kingsley, Kingsley Recruitment

    In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of The Recruiter’s Recruitment Podcast, Lysha Holmes sits down with long-time industry friend Caroline Kingsley, co-founder of Kingsley Recruitment, to explore the realities of building, scaling, and reshaping a recruitment business through life’s biggest challenges. Caroline shares her unconventional route into recruitment after starting her career as a surveyor, and why industry experience gave her a unique edge in the property recruitment market. Together, Lysha and Caroline reflect on the highs and lows of launching a business during the 2008 financial crash, the lessons learned from scaling to 28 staff, and why they both now believe “less is more” when it comes to sustainable growth. Most powerfully, Caroline opens up about her cancer diagnosis and recovery journey, and how that life-changing experience completely transformed her perspective on stress, success, family, and what truly matters. The episode is an honest reminder that behind every LinkedIn profile is a human being navigating challenges we rarely see. You’ll also hear about Caroline’s exciting next chapter as she prepares to launch her own podcast focused on senior leaders across the built environment and data centre sectors. 🔗 Connect with the guest Caroline Kingsley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinekingsley1/ Kingsley Recruitment: https://www.kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk/ 🔗 Connect with the host Lysha Holmes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyshaholmesr2r/ Qui Recruitment: https://www.quirecruitment.co.uk/ Follow the podcast on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/@therecruitersrecruitmentpod https://the-recruiters-recruitment-podcast.captivate.fm/ —————— The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger, and partnered with Needi, Keybridge IT Solutions, Bristow & Hardy and Diversity in Recruitment. Our sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. Find out more about Paiger: https://paiger.co/ Our partners: Needi is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best local independent businesses. Their team of expert gift finders save companies time and money with their complimentary corporate gifting service. https://needi.co.uk/ Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. https://www.bristowandhardy.co.uk/ Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. https://diversityinrecruitment.com/ Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support and solutions Provider - Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud, including Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. https://www.keybridgeit.com/ #RecruitmentPodcast #RecruitmentLeadership #WomenInRecruitment #PropertyRecruitment #FounderStories #RecruitmentCareers #BusinessGrowth #Resilience #RecruitmentIndustry #TheRecruitersRecruitmentPodcast

    46 min
  3. EP325: GTM In EdTech & Championing Diverse Talent - Emilia Kruszweska, Founder of RecruitHer

    May 25

    EP325: GTM In EdTech & Championing Diverse Talent - Emilia Kruszweska, Founder of RecruitHer

    In this episode of The Recruiter’s Recruitment Podcast, host Lysha Holmes sits down with Emilia Kruszewska, founder of RecruitHer Consulting and a Female EdTech Fellow, to explore her inspiring journey from educator and language school founder to specialist recruiter in the global EdTech space. Originally from Poland and now based in Kent, Emilia shares how she built and successfully exited her own language school before moving into higher education and ultimately launching RecruitHer — a recruitment business focused on helping EdTech companies hire exceptional go-to-market talent across the UK and Europe. Lysha and Emilia discuss: Why EdTech sales cycles are so complex and relationship-drivenHow AI is reshaping education and learning experiencesThe importance of diversity, inclusion, and representation in technology businessesWhy relationship-building beats “volume sales” in modern recruitmentThe realities of scaling an international niche recruitment businessHow educators can successfully transition into commercial EdTech careers The conversation also dives into leadership, values-led recruitment, human connection in an AI-driven world, and why diverse teams create stronger businesses. 🔗 Connect with the guest Emilia Kruszewska: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilia-kruszewska/ RecruitHer Consulting: https://recruither.co.uk/ Female EdTech Fellowship: https://www.edtech-fellowship.eu/about-fef 🔗 Connect with the host Lysha Holmes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyshaholmesr2r/ Qui Recruitment: https://www.quirecruitment.co.uk/ Follow the podcast on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/@therecruitersrecruitmentpod https://the-recruiters-recruitment-podcast.captivate.fm/ —————— The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger, and partnered with Needi, Keybridge IT Solutions, Bristow & Hardy and Diversity in Recruitment. Our sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. Find out more about Paiger: https://paiger.co/ Our partners: Needi is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best local independent businesses. Their team of expert gift finders save companies time and money with their complimentary corporate gifting service. https://needi.co.uk/ Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. https://www.bristowandhardy.co.uk/ Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. https://diversityinrecruitment.com/ Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support and solutions Provider - Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud, including Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. https://www.keybridgeit.com/ #RecruitmentPodcast #EdTech #Recruitment #WomenInBusiness #DiversityAndInclusion #AIinEducation #GoToMarket #SalesLeadership #Rec2Rec #TheRecruitersRecruitmentPodcast

    35 min
  4. EP324: Scaling Globally with Self-Employed Specialists - James Rowe, MD of The Recruitment Experts

    May 18

    EP324: Scaling Globally with Self-Employed Specialists - James Rowe, MD of The Recruitment Experts

    In this episode of The Recruiter’s Recruitment Podcast, host Lysha Holmes sits down with James Rowe, Founder & MD of The Recruitment Experts, to explore his unconventional journey from professional rugby at Harlequins to launching one of the recruitment industry’s most unique self-employed recruitment models. James shares the highs, lows, and lessons from his career — including burnout, losing jobs, navigating COVID, and why backing yourself can completely change your future. Together, Lysha and James dive into the realities of self-employed recruitment, the mindset needed to succeed, and why flexibility and integrity are becoming non-negotiables in the future of work. They also discuss: Why recruitment is moving toward more flexible working modelsThe importance of mindset, resilience, and adaptabilityBuilding a collaborative self-employed recruitment businessWhy industry knowledge can matter more than recruitment experienceSupporting return-to-work parents and creating genuine flexibilityThe role of integrity and transparency in scaling a business A refreshingly honest conversation packed with practical insights for recruiters, founders, and anyone considering launching their own business. 🔗 Connect with the guest James Rowe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-rowe-recruitment/ The Recruitment Experts: https://therecruitmentexperts.co.uk/ 🔗 Connect with the host Lysha Holmes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyshaholmesr2r/ Qui Recruitment: https://www.quirecruitment.co.uk/ Follow the podcast on another platform: https://www.youtube.com/@therecruitersrecruitmentpod https://the-recruiters-recruitment-podcast.captivate.fm/ —————— The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger, and partnered with Needi, Keybridge IT Solutions, Bristow & Hardy and Diversity in Recruitment. Our sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. Find out more about Paiger: https://paiger.co/ Our partners: Needi is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best local independent businesses. Their team of expert gift finders save companies time and money with their complimentary corporate gifting service. https://needi.co.uk/ Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. https://www.bristowandhardy.co.uk/ Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. https://diversityinrecruitment.com/ Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support and solutions Provider - Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud, including Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. https://www.keybridgeit.com/ #Recruitment #RecruitmentPodcast #RecruitmentExperts #SelfEmployedRecruitment #RecruitmentFounder #StaffingIndustry #FutureOfWork #RecruitmentLeadership #FlexibleWorking #RecruitmentBusiness

    38 min
  5. EP323: Niche Within a Niche: Building a Biogas Recruitment Business - Lisa Kitt, Dahlia Recruitment

    May 11

    EP323: Niche Within a Niche: Building a Biogas Recruitment Business - Lisa Kitt, Dahlia Recruitment

    In this episode of The Recruiter’s Recruitment Podcast, host Lysha Holmes sits down with Lisa Kitt, founder of Dahlia Recruitment and co-host of the RNG Girls podcast, for a candid and refreshingly honest conversation about building a recruitment business from instinct, not spreadsheets. With over 30 years in recruitment, Lisa shares her journey from traditional agency life to RPO, global roles, and ultimately launching her own firm focused on the biogas sector. She explains why “niching within a niche” has been the key to standing out—and how doubling down on a specialist market can position you as a true industry expert. Lisa opens up about starting with no real business plan, the realities of going solo, and the mindset shift required to succeed. From leveraging long-standing relationships to navigating those tough early months, this episode is packed with practical insights for anyone considering launching their own agency. The conversation also explores: Why understanding the client side (RPO experience) is invaluableThe power of relationships in business developmentBuilding a brand in an emerging sector like renewable energyLaunching the RNG Girls podcast to amplify industry voicesLisa’s passion for sustainability and reducing food waste It’s a grounded, insightful episode that challenges conventional thinking around planning, growth, and what it really takes to build something of your own. 🔗 Connect with the guest Lisa Kitt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-kitt-0ab28521/ Dahlia Recruitment: https://dahliarecruitment.com/ RNG Girls: https://rng-girls.com/ 🔗 Connect with the host Lysha Holmes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyshaholmesr2r/ Qui Recruitment: https://www.quirecruitment.co.uk/ Follow the podcast on another platform: https://www.youtube.com/@therecruitersrecruitmentpod https://the-recruiters-recruitment-podcast.captivate.fm/ —————— The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger, and partnered with Needi, Keybridge IT Solutions, Bristow & Hardy and Diversity in Recruitment. Our sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. Find out more about Paiger: https://paiger.co/ Our partners: Needi is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best local independent businesses. Their team of expert gift finders save companies time and money with their complimentary corporate gifting service. https://needi.co.uk/ Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. https://www.bristowandhardy.co.uk/ Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. https://diversityinrecruitment.com/ Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support and solutions Provider - Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud, including Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. https://www.keybridgeit.com/ #RecruitmentPodcast #RecToRec #RecruitmentCareers #NicheRecruitment #Biogas #RenewableEnergy #WomenInBusiness #AgencyLife

    41 min
  6. EP322: Gen X, AI & Ageism: How Menopause & “Manopause" Affects Everyone - Simon Bucknell, Founder

    May 4

    EP322: Gen X, AI & Ageism: How Menopause & “Manopause" Affects Everyone - Simon Bucknell, Founder

    This week on The Recruiter’s Recruitment Podcast, host Lysha Holmes sits down with Simon Bucknell, founder of EMBS Talent, Peak Intelligence, GenX Talent and more, for a powerful and honest conversation on the realities shaping today’s talent market. From tackling ageism in recruitment to building a “recruitment for good” movement, Simon shares how a viral LinkedIn post sparked the creation of a Gen X-focused talent platform. The episode dives deep into the often-overlooked challenges facing experienced professionals, including bias in hiring, the impact of AI on job accessibility, and why true consultancy is now essential in recruitment. A standout part of the conversation explores menopause and “manopause” in the workplace—breaking stigma, encouraging open dialogue, and highlighting how these life stages affect confidence, performance, and wellbeing. This is a real DEI conversation that goes beyond surface-level talk and into actionable awareness. They also unpack AI literacy, why it’s no longer optional, and how recruiters can evolve into strategic talent partners in a rapidly changing world. Expect candid insights, practical advice, and a refreshing level of honesty throughout. Who this episode is for: Recruiters wanting to become true consultantsLeaders tackling DEI and age bias in hiringGen X professionals navigating career transitionsAnyone curious about AI’s impact on recruitmentEmployers aiming to create more inclusive workplaces 🔗 Connect with the guest Simon Bucknell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonbucknell/ EMBS Talent: https://embstalent.co.uk/ GenX Talent: https://genxtalent.co.uk/ Peak Intelligence: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peak-intelligence-ai/ 🔗 Connect with the host Lysha Holmes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyshaholmesr2r/ Qui Recruitment: https://www.quirecruitment.co.uk/ Follow the podcast on another platform: https://www.youtube.com/@therecruitersrecruitmentpod https://the-recruiters-recruitment-podcast.captivate.fm/ —————— The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger, and partnered with Needi, Keybridge IT Solutions, Bristow & Hardy and Diversity in Recruitment. Our sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. Find out more about Paiger: https://paiger.co/ Our partners: Needi is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best local independent businesses. Their team of expert gift finders save companies time and money with their complimentary corporate gifting service. https://needi.co.uk/ Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. https://www.bristowandhardy.co.uk/ Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. https://diversityinrecruitment.com/ Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support and solutions Provider - Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud, including Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. https://www.keybridgeit.com/ #RecruitmentPodcast #GenX #Ageism #AIinRecruitment #DEI #MenopauseAtWork #TalentStrategy #FutureOfWork #RecruitmentLeadership

    38 min
  7. EP321: Why Offshore to Kenya: Cost, Culture & Global Teams - Alex Hashash, MD, Global Capability

    Apr 27

    EP321: Why Offshore to Kenya: Cost, Culture & Global Teams - Alex Hashash, MD, Global Capability

    In this episode of The Recruiter’s Recruitment Podcast, Lysha Holmes is joined by Alex Hashash, founder of Global Capability, dialling in from Kenya to unpack one of the hottest (and sometimes controversial) topics in recruitment right now: offshoring. Alex shares his journey from UK healthcare recruitment to launching a global capability model in East Africa, and why Kenya is emerging as a serious player for building offshore recruitment teams. The conversation dives into who should consider offshoring, where to look beyond the usual markets, and how to successfully implement a global team without sacrificing quality or culture. Lysha also challenges Alex on the ethics of offshoring vs hiring in the UK, leading to a refreshingly honest discussion about business strategy, profitability, and opportunity creation across borders. Expect practical takeaways on: Choosing the right offshore location (and why accents aren’t everything)Structuring your delivery vs business development functionsAvoiding common pitfalls when scaling globallyCreating a high-performing hybrid (onshore + offshore) recruitment team If you’re thinking about scaling your recruitment business in 2026, this is a must-listen. 🔗 Connect with the guest Alex Hashash: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexhashash/ Global Capability: https://www.global-capability.com/ 🔗 Connect with the host Lysha Holmes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyshaholmesr2r/ Qui Recruitment: https://www.quirecruitment.co.uk/ Follow the podcast on another platform: https://www.youtube.com/@therecruitersrecruitmentpod https://the-recruiters-recruitment-podcast.captivate.fm/ —————— The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger, and partnered with Needi, Keybridge IT Solutions, Bristow & Hardy and Diversity in Recruitment. Our sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. Find out more about Paiger: https://paiger.co/ Our partners: Needi is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best local independent businesses. Their team of expert gift finders save companies time and money with their complimentary corporate gifting service. https://needi.co.uk/ Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. https://www.bristowandhardy.co.uk/ Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. https://diversityinrecruitment.com/ Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support and solutions Provider - Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud, including Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. https://www.keybridgeit.com/ #RecruitmentPodcast #Offshoring #GlobalTeams #RecruitmentLeaders #ScalingAgencies #TalentStrategy #Kenya #RecToRec

    33 min
  8. EP320: From Career-Ending Injury to Founder Success - Ellis Rouch, Founder of Joint Ventures Group

    Apr 20

    EP320: From Career-Ending Injury to Founder Success - Ellis Rouch, Founder of Joint Ventures Group

    In this powerful episode of The Recruiter’s Recruitment Podcast, host Lysha Holmes sits down with Ellis Rouch, founder of Joint Ventures Group, to unpack one of the most raw and inspiring journeys in recruitment. Ellis shares how a devastating rugby injury—requiring multiple surgeries and relearning how to walk—forced him to completely redefine his identity and future. What followed was a journey through severe mental health struggles, imposter syndrome, and ultimately, a transformation into a successful recruitment founder. This episode dives deep into: Turning adversity into fuel for successThe importance of vulnerability (especially for male founders)Why “small wins” matter more than big milestonesThe reality behind recruitment success vs. social media highlightsBuilding a culture that balances competitiveness with openness Ellis also opens up about the pressures of founding a business, navigating personal challenges, and why honesty in leadership creates stronger, more resilient teams. Who this episode is for: Recruitment founders and leadersRecruiters navigating tough marketsAnyone dealing with setbacks or career pivotsProfessionals interested in mindset, resilience, and authentic leadership 🔗 Connect with the guest Ellis Rouch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellis-rouch-52245555/ Joint Ventures Group: https://www.jointventuresgroup.co.uk/ 🔗 Connect with the host Lysha Holmes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyshaholmesr2r/ Qui Recruitment: https://www.quirecruitment.co.uk/ Follow the podcast on another platform: https://www.youtube.com/@therecruitersrecruitmentpod https://the-recruiters-recruitment-podcast.captivate.fm/ —————— The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger, and partnered with Needi, Keybridge IT Solutions, Bristow & Hardy and Diversity in Recruitment. Our sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. Find out more about Paiger: https://paiger.co/ Our partners: Needi is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best local independent businesses. Their team of expert gift finders save companies time and money with their complimentary corporate gifting service. https://needi.co.uk/ Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. https://www.bristowandhardy.co.uk/ Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. https://diversityinrecruitment.com/ Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support and solutions Provider - Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud, including Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. https://www.keybridgeit.com/ #RecruitmentPodcast #RecruitmentLife #FounderJourney #MentalHealthAtWork #ImposterSyndrome #Leadership #Resilience #RecruitmentIndustry

    36 min

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Welcome to The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast! The Recruiters Recruitment Podcast is listened to from all corners of the globe. Created in the global lockdown of 2020, our audience drop in knowing that they are going to listen to a guest who is a knowledgable leader in their industry willingly sharing their professional and often personal journeys to enable YOU, our precious listener, a chance to learn, self-development and above all else, reflect on your own life and experience. A safe place where we hope to allow you to learn something. Our host - Lysha Holmes has been in the recruitment industry for almost a quarter of a century and for most of that duration, has championed best practise in the Rec2Rec sphere. A vocal advocate for well-being, Lysha talks openly about sobriety, and her life as a solo parent all whilst running a recruitment business. Here we are now in 2025- with Season 6 which will focus on the holistic approach to leadership with more experts and inspiring voices from across the recruitment industry and beyond, sharing their experiences with you, our cherished listener! The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast is for those who are aspiring future leaders, those who want to improve themselves on their recruitment journey and also those who are running companies now to learn from their peers. Above all else, we hope you find the podcast to be a positive inspiring place to be. Watch all the episodes over on our YouTube channel- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEiVMynhdhSz4Qzu2gguHG ---------- This podcast is proudly sponsored by Paiger and a partner to Needi, Diversity in Recruitment, Keybridge IT, & Bristow & Hardy Sponsor: Paiger - Making Recruiters Smarter and Faster. Paiger helps recruiters build personal brands, identify new business opportunities, attract candidates, and have better conversations. https://paiger.co/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=recruiters-recruiter Needi; Is a concierge gift-matching service using psychology and AI, to pinpoint the perfect gifts and experiences for your recipient, from the best, local independent businesses. Lou’s team of expert gift finders, save companies time and money, with their complimentary corporate gifting service. From thank-you gifts for small start-ups to well-being events for FTSE 100 companies, Needi helps companies motivate and retain the best staff and clients, through thoughtful, affordable gifting, events and experience days. Diversity in Recruitment helps recruitment businesses understand diversity, equity, and inclusion in a way that makes sense. Our training and advisory work is designed and delivered by experienced recruiters, giving your teams the insight, tools, and confidence to attract diverse talent, recruit inclusively, improve your candidate journey and confidently partner with their clients. DE&I doesn’t have to be complicated and scary - it’s simply about fair, ethical and high-quality recruitment. Keybridge IT Solutions; Providing 24×7 Support to all Customers. Established in 2010, Keybridge IT Solutions is a London-based Fully Managed IT Support & solutions Provider. Specialities include Microsoft Cloud - Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Security, Internet Connectivity, VoIP, and much more. Working with many different industries, including Recruitment, Finance, Leisure and the Charity Sector. Bristow & Hardy partners with SME recruitment agencies to accelerate growth through sales enablement and recruitment marketing. With over 7 years’ experience, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment sector, delivering strategy, branding, websites, marketing campaigns, and sales support. Our proven growth suite of products helps agencies attract more clients, win more business, and scale efficiently. Find out more here – https://bristowandhardy.co.uk Don't forget to like and subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our episodes!

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