Recruiting Trailblazers
209 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -Learn how the best recruiters do it! Marcus Edwardes deconstructs the mindset, methods, and magic of top practitioners in the recruiting profession. Marcus talks to internal recruiters, talent acquisition professionals, agency recruiters, personal branding specialists, recruiting technology vendors, and recruiting technology specialists. If you are looking for a job in recruiting or looking to change jobs in recruiting - this is a great place to improve your skills and understanding of what's working for successful recruiters. Informative discussions about candidate experience, personal branding, sourcing for candidates, recruiting and recruitment technology, LinkedIn, and how to use LinkedIn properly. And of course, candidate outreach and the need for personalization to differentiate oneself as a "relationship recruiter" as opposed to a "transactional recruiter". Work from home/ remote work is also a recurring topic. One of the central themes is the idea that recruiters need to prioritize their candidate's needs before their own needs - it's when you build a solid relationship and become a trusted advisor to candidates, that the magic really starts to happen as a recruiter.
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Tom Willis: Founding an Agency - Off To The Races in 6 Months!
April 26, 2024 19:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBIn this insightful episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, Marcus dives into the journey of Tom Willis, a successful recruitment entrepreneur who made a significant leap from being a recruiter in the hustle and bustle of London to establishing his own thriving recruitment firm, Placed, in the United States. With over three years of experience in London and five in Los Angeles, Tom shares his unique journey, the challenges he faced, his vision for Placed, and invaluable advice for aspiring recrui...
Marcus Edwardes: Is AI Going to Make All Recruiters Sound the Same?
April 19, 2024 17:00 - 5 minutes - 3.7 MBA quick 5 minute rant by Marcus : Whilst AI should be embraced throughout the recruiting lifecycle - it is crucial not to attempt to replace the human connection that defines the best Recruiters in the biz!
Kate Brogden: The Secrets to Leading a Boutique Search Firm- People, Process and Passion.
April 05, 2024 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this enlightening episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, Marcus sits down with Kate Brogden, a seasoned professional in the executive search and recruiting industry. With over a decade of experience, Kate shares invaluable insights into her journey from a CPA at PricewaterhouseCoopers to founding her own boutique national executive search and recruiting firm, Evolve Partners. Tune in as Marcus delves into the catalyst behind Kate's entrepreneurial leap, the challenges she faced, and the inno...
Brad Terry: Dominate Your Niche The Contingency Way
March 20, 2024 21:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBThis week - a conversation between Marcus Edwardes, the host of Recruiting Trailblazers, and his guest Brad Terry, the owner of Crossvine Recruiting. Brad shares his journey from being a medical device sales rep to starting his own recruiting firm specializing in the medical industry. The conversation delves into the intricacies of recruitment, emphasizing the importance of knowing the domain, the recruiter-candidate relationship, the challenges with the contingency model, and candid discus...
Susan Burke: From Intake to Offer, Getting it Right- On The Inside of the Org.
March 06, 2024 20:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBSusan Burke is the Vice President of Talent Acquisition for PeaceHealth. During the conversation, they (Marcus and Susan) delve into Susan's journey in the field of recruitment, the importance of building internal stakeholder relationships, and strategies for strategic talent acquisition. The podcast delves into the nuances of the recruitment process, highlighting the crucial role of recruiters as consultants and emphasizing the importance of creating a high-quality candidate experience. In...
Marcus Edwardes: This Might Be The End of the Line - Thoughts?
February 29, 2024 21:00 - 3 minutes - 2.23 MB185 episodes in the can, over 100K downloads, I think it might be time to move on. Thanks to everyone for your feedback - please let me know your thoughts! [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusedwardes/
Laura Victoria: Mastering the Art and Science of Talent Acquisition
February 16, 2024 23:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBThe Evolution of Talent Acquisition: An Interview with Laura Victoria In this engaging episode of 'Inside HR', host Marcus Edwardes sits down with Laura Victoria, a seasoned professional in Talent Acquisition spanning 25 years across diverse industries. Their candid conversation delves into the challenges and triumphs of Talent Acquisition, exploring aspects such as the vital role of communication among TA leaders, changes brought by AI in the recruitment field, the significance of balancin...
Marcus Edwardes: How to Massively Improve Your Cold Outreach Game
February 02, 2024 22:00 - 10 minutes - 7.32 MBSummary: In this podcast episode, Marcus Edwardes discusses the negative impact of mass outreach and the importance of prioritizing quality over quantity in communication. He highlights the commoditization of connection and the erosion of trust caused by generic and manipulative email campaigns. Marcus suggests a paradigm shift towards personalization, valuable content, relevancy, and targeting. He emphasizes the need for genuine interest, concise and valuable content, contextual relevance, ...
Marcus Edwardes: Why The Human Touch Matters More Than Ever in Recruiting
January 24, 2024 19:00 - 8 minutes - 6.12 MBMarcus opines on the importance of the human touch in the age of AI recruiting - touching on: The Rise of AI in Recruitment Technology is transforming the talent hunt.... The Essence of Hiring Lies in Understanding Humans Not just data- but empathy, passion, curiosity, vulnerability, and humor.... AI's Assistance to the Modern Recruiter Think about sourcing and screening.... AI Lacks Empathy AI can't really gauge a candidate's cultural fit, or their passion for a role, or their emot...
David Wells: The Art and Science of Executive Recruiting
January 13, 2024 01:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this cracking podcast episode, host Marcus Edwardes and seasoned executive recruiter David Wells explore various facets of recruitment ranging from the initial transition into the sector to the present-day intricacies of agency recruitment. Wells shares invaluable insights on his recruitment methodology, emphasizing the significance of relationship maintenance with candidates and the 'give-to-get' principle during initial candidate correspondence. The conversation also sheds light on dive...
Jerry McMillin: From Agency to TA Leader: Insights, Strategies and Reflections
January 04, 2024 20:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, Marcus Edwardes engages in a revealing conversation with Jerry McMillin, the director of technical recruiting at ClickUp. They delve deep into the intricacies of internal and agency recruiting, the role of personalized outreach, the impact of tenure, the importance of work ethic, and the changing dynamics of the recruiting industry. They also explore candidate experience, relationship with stakeholders, and the outlook for internal recruiting. Ins...
Andrew Flowers: The 7 Top Trends Shaping the Recruiting Economy
December 22, 2023 00:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, host Marcus Edwardes welcomes back expert labor economist, Andrew Flowers from APPCAST. The discussion circles around critical trends shaping the world of recruitment and labor markets for the upcoming year, 2024. The pair embarked on the conversation by touching on the imminent hiring slowdown in 2024, with a special focus on standing up positions vs sitting down positions. They delved into how the hiring demand for knowledge workers or the lapto...
Ben Otero: How to Succeed Today in TA, ChatGPT and The Recruiting Architect.
December 15, 2023 21:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this enlightening podcast episode, Marcus Edwardes engages in an exploration of the role of a recruiter in the era of AI and chat GPT with Ben Otero, the Head of Global Talent at Doorloop. With their combined industry knowledge and distinct insights, they delve into major aspects of recruitment, detailing how these processes are evolving with time, and what recruitment might look like in the future. - The role and importance of a recruiter in today's evolving recruitment landscape. - Th...
Logan Marsh: Unveiling the Myths and Realities of TA Leadership
December 07, 2023 23:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBWelcome to the Recruiting Trailblazers podcast! In this episode, Marcus Edwardes interviews Logan Marsh, a global talent acquisition leader and startup advisor. They discuss various topics related to talent acquisition and leadership. Let's dive into the key points covered in this episode: - Marcus introduces Logan Marsh, a global talent acquisition leader and startup advisor. - They discuss the biggest challenges faced by TA leaders today and the key to navigating those challenges. - The ...
Julie & Marcus: Holiday Movie Draft 2023
November 24, 2023 21:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBThis week's guest is TA Leader, Julie Coucoules. Julie and Marcus discuss their top five holiday movies: - Julie's number one pick is "Love Actually". - Marcus' number one pick is "Elf". - Julie's number two pick is "Home Alone". - Marcus' number two pick is "The Family Man". - Julie's number three pick is "The Holiday". - Marcus' number three pick is "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles". - Julie's number four pick is "It's a Wonderful Life". - Marcus' number four pick is "Die...
Joe Kotch: Talent Acquisition, Agency Recruiting and Everything In-Between!
November 17, 2023 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this episode of 'Recruiting Trailblazers', host Marcus Edwardes sits down with Joe Kotch, a 30 year veteran of the recruitment industry with extensive experience across various sectors. Their engaging and insightful conversation traverses the landscape of the recruitment business; covering internal and external recruitment dynamics, relationship building, the impact of technology, and the essential shift towards candidate experience-focused recruiting. Joe's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin...
Marta Riggins: How Employer Branding Fuels Recruiting, Engagement and Success
November 07, 2023 23:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBThis podcast is a fascinating conversation between the host, Marcus Edwardes, and his guest, Marta Riggins. The dialogue sheds much-needed light on employer branding's significant role in the recruitment process, employee engagement, and overall business success. Marta, a strategic consultant specializing in employer branding, breaks down the concept of employer branding and explains how it serves different business sizes. Outline: 1. Marcus introduces himself and the podcast, "Recruiting...
Amanda Halle: Unraveling AI for TA & Recruiters.
November 03, 2023 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBAmanda is the Founder and CEO of Mindful Growth Partners. Embracing the Journey of AI: An Interview with Amanda Halle In this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, host Marcus Edwardes interviews Amanda Halle, founder and CEO of Mindful Growth Partners, who specializes in preparing businesses and individuals for a technology-driven future. Halle shares her journey from currency trading to HR, discussing the role of data and her efforts in pioneering the usage of AI in the People Data Space...
Melissa Grabiner: Job Seeking Advice From a Top Linked In Recruiting Voice!
October 19, 2023 21:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBIn this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, host Marcus Edwardes converses with the distinguished talent acquisition professional, Melissa Grabiner. Melissa, with her impressive 25 years of experience in HR services and a considerable following on LinkedIn, shares her insights on the current trends and challenges in recruitment, especially during the economic downturn. The duo discusses the value of networking and the instrumental role that LinkedIn plays in a successful job search. Meliss...
Holden Lager: How to Get Hired By a Staffing/Recruiting Agency
October 06, 2023 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBHolden Lager is a Talent Acquisition Leader with 8+ years of experience in the Staffing & Recruiting Industry. The first five years were spent on the agency side, leading a variety of professional recruitment teams. Three years ago, he transitioned to head Internal TA at Eastridge Workforce Solutions, a 100% Employee-Owned staffing firm based out of San Diego, CA. The conversation touches upon Holden's career journey, his views on popular films like Wolf of Wall Street and Forrest Gump, th...
Krista Tan: Helping Recruiters Connect, Upskill and Find Work Through Community
September 22, 2023 23:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, host Marcus Edwardes discusses with guest Krista Tan, her journey from Premier Talent Partners to a tech startup, Field Guide, and her new venture, Talent Collective. They discuss the challenges of retaining personnel in recruitment agencies and how hard economic times can affect job roles in recruitment. They also discuss Krista's new community, Talent Collective, created specifically to aid female professionals in the talent attraction sector. T...
Marcus Edwardes: Stoic Philosophies to Help You Succeed as a Recruiter
September 22, 2023 20:00 - 9 minutes - 6.44 MBMarcus shares a handful of his favorite Stoic Philosophies that can help you succeed as a recruiter.
Reno Perry: How Influencer Marketing May Change the Face of Recruiting
September 15, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBReno Perry is the Founder @ Wiseful - who connect companies to top talent from untapped, online communities leveraging the influiencer model.| Reached $1mm in ARR within 4 months of launching. He writes daily to help people land a job they’ll love | and has amassed over 200,000 followers on LinkedIn Has developed a Layoff List w/ 19K+ candidates 👇 The conversation between Marcus and Reno Perry focused on the concept of community recruiting and leveraging creators/influencers to connect ...
Adam Smith: Getting Internal Talent Acquisition Aligned with the Business
September 08, 2023 22:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBWelcome to Recruiting Trailblazers - a podcast where we delve into the world of talent acquisition with industry experts from across the globe. In this episode, we host Adam Smith, who is renowned for his experience in recruiting and leading talent acquisition in fast-paced technology companies like Applovin and Machine Zone. Like many great internal recruiters and leaders, he began his recruiting career in the staffing game at Palo Alto Staffing - and, interestingly he is also a Recruitin...
Marcus Edwardes: The Victory Mindset You Can Leverage to Succeed in 2023
September 01, 2023 20:00 - 7 minutes - 4.98 MBMarcus shares his experience watching the Prime Documentary "Just.One.Mile." - and how the protagonist's mindset can work for you during this year's downturn.
James Lafferty: From Agency to Corporate Talent Acquisition Leader
August 25, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBJames is originally from the UK and now lives in Austin, Texas having moved in 2015. James is the VP of Global Talent Acquisition at Epicor Software, a 4,500-person Software company. James is responsible for the strategy and operations of Epicor’s talent acquisition teams. HE oversees global Talent Acquisition, executive recruiting, Talent Operations, Employer Branding, and University Recruiting Teams ACROSS 40 COUNTRIES. Outside of work, James played competitive golf at college and also...
Marcus Edwardes: 12 Pearls of Recruiting Wisdom You May Have Missed
August 18, 2023 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBMarcus shares a dozen absolute gems from Recruiting Trailblazers vault of excellence!
Marcus Edwardes: Talking Business Development with Recruiting Trainer Brad Wolff
August 11, 2023 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8.02 MBMarcus chops it up with Brad Wolff on the subject of Business Development and Cold Calling.
Marcus Edwardes: Ten Cracking Clips on Recruiting You Can Take to the Bank
August 04, 2023 20:00 - 14 minutes - 9.83 MBMarcus replays 10 amazing clips from previous podcasts
Marcus Edwardes: Handling the Objection: We're on a Hiring Freeze"
July 28, 2023 22:00 - 7 minutes - 5.48 MBMarcus lays out his rules for a positive BD mindset and reveals a crafty way of circumventing the objection "We're on a Hiring Freeze"!
Marcus Edwardes: So, A Moth Walks Into a Podiatrist's Office.....
July 21, 2023 19:00 - 8 minutes - 6.01 MBThis week - Marcus opines on procrastination as a Recruiter - and how to reverse engineer the right amount of activity to ensure you hit your Recruiting goals!
Kate Butler: Business Development Strategies for Today's Wavering Economy
July 14, 2023 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBKate Butler of PeopleSoar chats with Marcus about the mindset methods and magic required to be a successful recruiter/ salesperson in today's economy.
Alden Pennington: Succeeding in a Tough Market as a Specialist Recruiter
July 07, 2023 21:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBMarcus chats with Alden Pennington about running his company, Talenta - specialists in healthcare executive recruiting.
Marcus Edwardes: Overcoming Problems as a Recruiter, the Stoic Way!
June 30, 2023 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.55 MBMarcus shares his stoic-fuelled problem solving methodology for Recruiters
Michael Pietrack: Why Niching Down Can Pay Huge Dividends
June 23, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBMarcus chats with Michael Pietrack Medical Affairs Recruiter - Head of TMAC Direct - Blogger - Bestselling Author - Keynote Speaker - about specialization and niching down!
Marcus Edwardes: Cultivating Resilience as a Recruiter
June 16, 2023 18:00 - 8 minutes - 6.12 MBIt turns out the Stoics knew a thing or two about recruiting - or at least the resilience required to do it!
Marcus Edwardes: The Winning Mindset for Recruiters
June 09, 2023 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8.22 MBMarcus reveals the winningest mindset for Recruiters once more!
Patrick Sirmeyer: Success in Recruiting - From Order Taker to True Consultant
June 02, 2023 21:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, host Marcus Edwardes interviews Patrick Sirmeyer, the CEO of Luxus Plus, a multi-vertical recruitment firm based in Florida, and co-founder of Privy, a career coaching platform for employers and employees. Patrick discusses the specialties and multiple offerings of his firm and the state of competition in the Orlando area. He also shares insights on the job market and the use of chat GPT in recruitment. Timestamps [00:02:04] Remote work before th...
Andrew Lewis: It's a Very Interesting Time to Be a Recruiter!
May 26, 2023 22:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBSummary In this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, host Marcus Edwardes interviews Andrew Lewis, Head of Talent for Worldly, a sustainability insights platform for consumer goods industries. They discuss Andrew's philosophy and LinkedIn posts as well as news stories related to talent acquisition. The episode is sponsored by Great Recruiters, an online reputation management platform for recruiters. Timestamps [00:00:43] The importance of online reviews. [00:03:49] Developing skills beyo...
Vanessa Raath: Leveraging AI to Become a Better Recruiter
May 18, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn this era of rapid digital transformation, we are witnessing the remarkable power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in unlocking the potential of recruiters. By seamlessly integrating AI into the recruitment process, we empower recruiters with valuable tools and insights to make informed decisions and find the perfect fit for organizations and candidates alike. With AI, recruiters enhance candidate experiences and, ultimately, build stronger, more diverse, and inclusive teams. In this episo...
Joel Lalgee: How to Go Beyond Cold Outreach and Build Your Brand
May 12, 2023 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBAs a recruiter, relying solely on cold outreach to find and attract talent can be a challenging and time-consuming process. Fortunately, social media has revolutionized the recruitment landscape, providing recruiters a powerful platform to connect with potential candidates, build their brand, and establish relationships with active and passive job seekers. By leveraging the right social media platforms and strategies, recruiters can go beyond traditional cold outreach methods and establish t...
Chris Allaire: It's The Tough Times That Define You as a Recruiter
May 05, 2023 18:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this episode, Marcus Edwardes speaks with Chris Allaire, Co-Founder and COO of Averity. Chris is also an entrepreneur, pilot, avid golfer, pretty awesome cook, crab cake connoisseur, guitar player, and a proud husband and father. Listen in as Chris shares the best time to recruit people, what it takes to start a successful recruiting agency, and the importance of relationships. Chris addresses the usefulness of AI tools in the industry, the power of personalization, the post-pandemic ma...
Scott Whiteford: Identifying and Developing Talent the Steph Curry Way!
April 28, 2023 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBIn this episode, Marcus Edwardes speaks with Scott Whiteford, Director of Leadership Analytics at Talent Plus. Scott also serves as a Sociology of Leadership Instructor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, an Algebra e-Leadership MBA Lecturer, and as an advisor for Upheaval. Listen in as Scott shares the best and worse approaches to retention, the true value of experience, and how organizations can evaluate their employees’ strengths. Scott addresses interview biases, the worst interview...
Julie Coucoules: Ten Great Movies Recruiters Need to See!
April 21, 2023 21:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBMarcus and Julie ask ChatGPT to recommend the top 10 film that Recruiters should watch - and then they discuss them!
Adam Conrad: How Great Recruiters Deliver the Best Candidate Experience
April 14, 2023 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode, Marcus Edwardes speaks with Adam Conrad, Founder of Great Recruiters. Adam has over 24 years of experience in the staffing industry. Adam is passionate about helping people reach their full potential, both professionally and personally. Listen in as Adam shares his experience at the Staffing Industry Analysts Conference, using automation in recruiting, and the importance of building relationships. Adam addresses ChatGPT and AI personalization, elevating candidate experienc...
Khang Nguyen: The Difference Between Communicating and Connecting in Recruiting.
April 07, 2023 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this episode, Marcus Edwardes speaks with Khang Nguyen, VP of Sales and Operations at CTP Consulting. He brings over 20 years of experience in the technology staffing and consulting space, including over 14 in a leadership capacity. His experience spans from small, start-up environments, to large enterprise, publicly traded organizations. Khang and his family back the No Kid Hungry campaign and the Nephrotic Syndrome Foundation (NSF), two non-profits battling hunger and poverty worldwide...
Ryan Musselman: Why Recruiters Need to Create and Share Content on LinkedIn
March 31, 2023 18:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBIn this episode, Marcus Edwardes speaks with Ryan Musselman, who began his career as a recruiter for a regional credit union. For the past 16 years, he has been building content businesses across the digital realm as a senior executive. As the Founder of Parade Studio, he creates full-service content programs for executives, recruiters, and sellers who don’t have the time to post on LinkedIn, but who do want to build a very strong personal brand with tons of original content. Listen in as ...
Marcus Edwardes: The Biggest Missed Opportunity in Recruiting + a Strategy to Resolve!
March 24, 2023 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBThis week Marcus laments the biggest missed opportunity in Recruiting and how to adopt a 2-step strategy to resolve and emerge victorious with a robust referral, recommendation, and information network.
Marcus Edwardes: The Biggest Missed Opportunity in Recruiting & How to Resolve!
March 24, 2023 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBThis week Marcus laments the biggest missed opportunity in Recruiting and how to adopt a 2-step strategy to resolve and emerge victorious with a robust referral, recommendation, and information network.
Brian Fink: Why Psychological Safety at Work is So Important
March 17, 2023 22:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBMarcus chats with Brian FInk about the impact of psychological safety in the workplace.