Recruitment Blog: Career Tips & Industry News
Discover in-depth career advice, industry insights, and practical tips through our recruitment blog, designed to support your professional journey.
Read the latest industry insights from our Guest Blogger Alison Humphreys, award-winning NED.
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Posted on Friday, December 6, 2024 by Alison Humphreys - Award winning NED and strategic advisor
Five years ago, I watched a programme—something like Tomorrow’s World . It showcased incredible innovations that could transform the way we live in the future. It had taken into account all sorts of new possibilities from AI. But one presentation in particular caught my attention: the potential use of AI to make Christmas easier for the people who organise it. Now, this struck a chord with me. ...
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Posted on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 by My Recruiter Jobs
In the dynamic world of recruitment, where talent meets opportunity, a perennial question sparks debate: are top recruitment consultants born with the skills, or are they crafted through experience and training? This nature-versus-nurture discussion resonates across the industry as professionals weigh the value of innate talent against the power of skill development. Nature vs. Nurture: What ...
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Posted on Thursday, November 21, 2024 by Alison Humphreys - Award winning NED and strategic advisor
Have you discovered a big price increase to list on job boards? Are your adverts not getting the same or better results than they did in 2019? If so, this blog is a must-read for you! Before you spend another penny on job boards or job distribution, have a look at what exactly your staff are putting out. Chances are, they are merely replicating old adverts or copying large chunks of text from ...
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Posted on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 by Alison Humphreys - Award winning NED and strategic advisor
It’s happened again! Business leaders I know have been sleepwalking into the holiday season and feeling the hit on their P&L- even to the extent of converting profits into losses in the last 2 months. It’s NOT inevitable. Certainly, I know it can be difficult to get a decision from a client when they are away. Couple that with the collective “holding our breath” that businesses suffered from ...
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Posted on Monday, August 5, 2024 by My Recruiter Jobs
How Recruitment Agencies Can Effectively Get Paid from Non-Payers: A Step-by-Step Guide In the competitive world of recruitment, getting paid on time is crucial to maintaining your agency’s financial health. However, dealing with non-payers can be challenging. Here’s a structured approach to ensure you get what you’re owed, starting with proactive reminders and escalating to formal legal actions ...
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Posted on Thursday, August 1, 2024 by By James Roadnight, General Manager at KDC Resource
Picture this: One of your top performers pulls you into a meeting and says they’re off—they’ve got a better offer with a sexier company. The news hits you like a ton of bricks. This person is a key player, a driving force behind your team’s success. Now they want out. So, how are you going to react? Option A: Lose It Maybe your first instinct is to lose it, storm out of the room, swear profusely, ...
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Posted on Monday, July 1, 2024 by Alison Humphreys - Award winning NED and strategic advisor
I have been working with the owner of a small search firm focused on early-stage businesses. He had enjoyed remarkable success placing C-suite and senior hires for his clients with a great process and excellent results for the hiring organizations. But about 9 months ago things had become challenging. Plenty of his target prospects were struggling with funding. They were negotiating hard on his ...
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Posted on Saturday, June 1, 2024 by Alison Humphreys - Award winning NED and strategic advisor
Does anyone remember Filofax? They were often bulging personal organiser “systems” that took the business world by storm in the 1980’s. Executives ‘importance’ (or their sense of their importance?) was symbolised by the size of their Filofax, and big display stands of the various accessory pages you could add to your folder blocked the aisles in WH Smith and all good retailers. Filofax was a way ...
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Posted on Thursday, May 2, 2024 by By James Roadnight, General Manager at KDC Resource
Ever wondered what truly transpires behind the curtains of a recruitment agency? The perception might be a flurry of job postings, quick phone calls, and resume shuffling. But let me debunk that myth for you. At KDC Resource, our approach goes far beyond the superficial. Here’s a glimpse into the meticulous process we undertake to secure top-tier talent for our clients: 1. Building the Talent ...
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Posted on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 by Alison Humphreys - Award winning NED and strategic advisor
One question I encounter, more often than any other is, “how do I start a successful temporary recruitment business?” This question appears to defeat even the most experienced recruiters, but they do get the message and understand the value of temporary recruitment. A temporary or contract business adds real value to your firm, provides some visibility of future income, is a useful ...