Best Talent Magnet Podcasts (2024)

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The 4 Talent Magnets that Drive Recruiter Retention and Success, with Charlie Saffro, Ep #228 1:00:28

14d ago1:00:28

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“We spend 50% of our lives working… What is crazy is that 8 out of 10 people in today’s workforce say they don’t even feel a connection to their jobs or their employer. Which means that most of us are probably half of our lives feeling disengaged and maybe feeling unfulfilled.” This is how Charlie Saffro opened her TEDx talk on prioritizing people …

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How Speed and Customization Can Turn Your Organization into a Talent Recruiting MAGNET | Marriott International SVP Kris Dunn 28:25

17d ago28:25

28:25

In the race for talent, speed is key. But how do you move quickly while still maintaining a warm, welcoming candidate experience? Kris Dunn, Marriott International’s SVP of Global Talent Acquisition, knows a thing or two about striking that balance. In this episode, Kris shares his blueprint for landing top talent (within hours of receiving their a…

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Why Zapier Execs Serve as “Heads of Talent” for Their Teams | Chief People Officer Brandon Sammut 27:54

2h ago27:54

27:54

Zapier’s team is made up of more than 700 people across 42 countries. Yet the company has built a strong, distinctive culture and a nimble workforce that can adapt to shifting business needs. So how do they do it? Zapier Chief People Officer Brandon Sammut joins us to answer those questions, plus: The “4 B’s” Zapier uses to acquire new capabilities…

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How to Stay Ahead in Recruiting: Insights from NAPS Leadership, with Trinette Cunningham and Teresa Delibert, Ep #229 53:57

3d ago53:57

53:57

As the recruitment industry rapidly evolves, it is crucial to stay on top of the trends shaping its future. In this episode, we talk with Trinette Cunningham and Teresa Delibert about shifts in candidate engagement, social media strategies, and the growing importance of wellness in hiring. Trinette is the President of NAPS, the National Association…

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Attracting A-Players by Building a Fun and High-Performing Culture with Blake Irving (Former GoDaddy CEO) 23:49

3d ago23:49

23:49

So much of business success comes down to aligning the right people with a healthy company culture. But what does that actually look like in practice? In this episode, Blake Irving reveals how he was able to accomplish that combination of feats as CEO of GoDaddy. You’ll learn the strategies he used to establish trust, attract top hires, and drive b…

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Dollar Tree’s ESG Journey - Three Years Later 38:54

7d ago38:54

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Summary In this episode of Service Evolution, Shawn Black and Jim Robinson are joined by Joshua Witte, the Director of ESG Sustainability and Energy at Dollar Tree. The interview explores Dollar Tree's ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) program and its progress over the past three years. Joshua shares that Dollar Tree has set ambitious goa…

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Economic Outlook and Recessionary Fears in the Service Industry 35:05

23d ago35:05

35:05

Summary In this episode of Service Evolution, Shawn Black and Jim Robinson dive deep into the service industry's current economic challenges, offering a wealth of advice for business leaders navigating recessionary fears. The conversation spans several critical topics, including customer retention, revenue diversification, and cost management, stre…

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Why Relentless Work Ethic is Key to Executive Search Success, with Vince Dunne, Ep #227 1:12:43

22d ago1:12:43

1:12:43

When he started his search firm, Vince was told that you would make 100 grand in year one if you're lucky. In his first year, he did more than $600k in revenue! Was that just a lucky year? Definitely not. He would not even consider his 12 years in business his best year. What are Vince’s key strategies in achieving this phenomenal result? In this e…

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How to Build a Talent Strategy That Drives Business Growth with eBay VP of Global Talent Danielle Clark 19:20

26d ago19:20

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What’s the secret to building a successful talent strategy? It starts with understanding what the business needs both today and into the future. eBay’s VP of Global Talent, Danielle Clark, joins Talent All-Stars to share how she prioritizes initiatives, gets buy-in from stakeholders, and drives measurable business results. Danielle also shares: Her…

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3 Proven Strategies to Secure Resources (and Respect!) for Your Talent Team with Suzan Vulaj of NBCUniversal 22:45

1M ago22:45

22:45

Making an effective “ask” is a valuable skill for anyone to learn… but it’s especially critical for talent leaders. So how exactly do you effectively advocate for your team’s needs, and make sure you have a seat at the table? NBCUniversal’s VP of Global Talent Acquisition, Suzan Vulaj, shares her advice in this first episode of the Talent All-Stars…

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How to Leverage Global Talent to Scale Your Local Recruitment Agency, with Troy Ashby, Ep #226 53:57

1M ago53:57

53:57

How did a Certified Public Accountant launch and scale his recruitment business from the ground up? In this episode, you will hear about Troy’s journey in starting and growing his search business! Troy shares the hurdles he faced and his strategies to overcome them and thrive. Troy is the President of Benchmark Search Group in Dallas. He founded th…

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How to Build a Recruitment Dream Team of 27 Top Performers, with Trey Hugley, Ep #225 1:03:51

1M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

“You can't manage people and lead them at the same time… You're managing a task. You're leading people” Do you apply the same principles when running your recruitment firm? How do you develop leaders and managers to establish a succession plan when you are scaling it? My special guest, Trey Hugley, shares his insights on fostering an environment in…

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E41: Cultivating Inclusion: Empowering Neurodiverse Talent 21:47

1M ago21:47

21:47

In this episode of Talent Magnet, we Michelle Whitlow, Executive Director of the Lewis County Autism Coalition. Michelle discusses the organization's mission to enhance resources and opportunities for individuals with autism and other disabilities in Lewis County and surrounding areas. She also shares insights on the challenges faced by neurodivers…

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Welcome to Talent All-Stars 1:39

2M ago1:39

1:39

What does it really take for businesses to attract and retain great people? We answer that question through candid conversations with senior HR, recruiting, and talent leaders at some of the most influential firms in the world. Coming August 13th.By Dave Travers

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How Can AI Drive Sustainable Growth in Your Recruitment Business, with Julie McGrath, Ep #224 1:05:42

2M ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Already exploring AI but unsure how to maximize its potential to elevate your recruitment business? In this episode, our coach and Client Services Director, Julie McGrath, shares how you can further embrace AI when creating content specific to your niche market. Julie shares insights on how you can use AI to drive sustainable growth for your recrui…

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Navigating Tough Times: Managing Team Dynamics When the Going Gets Tough 31:08

2M ago31:08

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Summary Join us for this episode of Service Evolution as hosts Shawn Black and Jim Robinson discuss team dynamics and managing the team during tough times. They explore the signs of underperforming or distrustful employees and the importance of addressing these issues. Furthermore, they analyze the need for continuous growth and the challenges of m…

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How to Manage $25 Million in Annual Billings for a Single Client, with Gina Matteson, Ep #223 46:25

2M ago46:25

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In this episode, we dive into the challenges and rewards of managing enterprise clients. Drawing from over two decades of experience in the Recruitment & Executive Search Industry, Gina Matteson shares her learnings from handling large-scale clients effectively. Gina and I discussed strategies for effective stakeholder management, navigating comple…

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How Can Recruiters Transition from Top Biller to Firm Owner, with Katharine Wilcox, Ep #222 58:25

3M ago58:25

58:25

Have you ever wondered how a top-performing recruiter becomes a firm owner? Katharine Wilcox, President of Resource Mosaic, shares her journey. After joining the firm in 2011, Katharine took over the business in 2022. In this episode, she discusses her transition from director to owner, her challenges and the strategies that drove her success in ex…

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Together We Thrive: Balancing Team Performance in the Workplace 37:24

3M ago37:24

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Summary Join us for this episode of Service Evolution as hosts Shawn Black and Jim Robinson delve into the intricate world of team dynamics and effective leadership. Jim starts off by describing the dire consequences of a weak link in a chain, emphasizing the necessity of identifying and addressing weaknesses within a team to prevent potential fail…

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E40: Revolutionizing HR: Small Business Solutions with Insperity 23:02

2M ago23:02

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This episode of Talent Magnet features a conversation with Jessica Dunson, Business Performance Advisor at Insperity. Jessica discusses employee benefits and HR challenges for small and medium-sized businesses. She also explains how Insperity, as a Professional Employer Organization, helps businesses compete for talent with benefits packages, HR su…

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E39: Flexibility as a Talent Magnet: Lessons from Three Girls Media's CEO 16:28

3M ago16:28

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In this episode, we are joined by Erika Taylor Montgomery, CEO and President of Three Girls Media, Inc. Erika discusses the crucial topic of work-life balance and how she has made it a cornerstone of her company's culture. She also shares her journey of founding Three Girls Media nearly 19 years ago to achieve better work-life balance, and discusse…

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How to Win Multi-Hire Team Build Projects in Executive Search, with Paul Press, Ep # 221 1:07:04

3M ago1:07:04

1:07:04

Multi-hire team-build projects can be profitable if strategized clearly and executed effectively. Where do you find opportunities to engage in multi-hire team-build projects? What should be your main areas of focus for successfully implementing? Our guest, Paul Press, is here to give insights! Paul is the Managing Partner and Founder of Press & Ass…

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How Purpose-Driven Business Models Help a Female Founder Achieve Acquisition Success, with Helen McGuire, Ep #220 40:23

3M ago40:23

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Helen joined us three years ago to share how to attract 70% more diverse talent by leveraging DEI - diversity, equity and inclusion. This time, she returns as a special guest to share an amazing feat - the platform she co-founded, Diversely.io, has just been recently acquired. This means more sourcing and recruitment firms can now access the platfo…

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How a $20M Biller Drives Business Development While Leading a Team, with Jennifer Meyer, Ep #219 1:03:30

3M ago1:03:30

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Measuring your company's economic influence drives self-motivation and is a powerful tool for marketing and business development. Jennifer Meyer of Govig Executive Search joins us in this episode to give insight on using specific metrics to measure your economic impact and how you can communicate it with potential clients. Jen has a lifetime cash-i…

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How Grit and Determination Fueled a $2M Recruitment Firm's Success, with Brent Orsuga, Ep #218 1:04:05

4M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

Starting a recruitment business from scratch demands dedication, planning, and an aggressive approach to networking and client acquisition. You will also need a massive differentiator - and our special guest in this episode shared his approach to how he grew his search firm to more than $2M from scratch! We are joined by Brent Orsuga. In this episo…

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#185 Discussing Employer Branding Career Path Triumphs and Challenges with Guest Maiju Karppinen 47:38

4M ago47:38

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If you are growing an appetite for an employer branding career path, this episode will continue to tickle your fancy, like the previous two episodes on our Nora's employer branding career journey. In this week’s Building a Modern Employer Branding podcast episode, Nora and I speak with Maiju Karppinen about her employer branding career path, what i…

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How to Elevate Your Recruitment Firm to $12M with Effective Lead Generation, with Jeremy Jenson, Ep #217 57:48

4M ago57:48

57:48

Top-of-the-funnel lead-generation activities are a critical ingredient for a successful recruitment business. How do you strategize your lead generation to stand out in this age where all your competitors are probably doing the same thing you are doing? We are really lucky to be joined in this episode by Jeremy Jenson, the founder and CEO of Encore…

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#184 Growing into an Employer Branding Professional of the Year with Guest Nora Nykänen - part 2 31:39

4M ago31:39

31:39

This part 2 episode of the Building a Modern Employer Brand podcast concludes my conversation with my employee and colleague, Nora Nykänen, on her growth journey to an award-winning employer branding professional. We talk about the three tips she shares as advice to someone wanting to build an employer branding career like hers. In this episode, No…

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Mastering Management: Leading Across Performance Levels in the Service Industry 39:25

4M ago39:25

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Summary Join host Shawn Black on Service Evolution as he engages in a dynamic conversation with business strategist and service industry veteran, Jim Robinson. Shawn and Jim delve into the nuances of team performance across various levels—high, middle, and low—within the service industry. Additionally, they explore what distinguishes these performa…

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#183 Growing into an Employer Branding Professional of the Year with Guest Nora Nykänen - part 1 35:32

4M ago35:32

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What if you were awarded as the Employer Branding Professional of the Year? Wouldn't that be pretty amazing for you, your career, and your life? Today, I'm going to introduce you to our own star, Nora Nykänen, who works with me and my husband here at Employer Branding Agency Emine in Helsinki, Finland. She was recently awarded as the Employer Brand…

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How this Veteran Recruiter Averaged $750K Annually for 29 Years Straight, with David Bradley, Ep #216 59:49

4M ago59:49

59:49

Being a high biller requires a combination of hard work, skills, and strategies. But what does it really take? My special guest, David Bradley, is a 29-year veteran who averaged $750k in annual billings his entire career! In this episode, David shares the strategies and mindset that make him a very effective recruiter! On top of that, David also ma…

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#182 Behind the Scenes - I'm writing a Game-Changing Book about Employer Branding 31:06

5M ago31:06

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This week’s episode on the Building a Modern Employer Brand podcast is a little bit different to what you and I are used to. I’m going behind the scenes on writing a book about employer branding, on the Magnetic Employer Branding Method™️. I share my backstory, how I feel about employer branding, which will be reflected in this book, and my mind ma…

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Why Modern Recruiters Must Embrace Cold Calling to Stay Competitive, with Danny Cahill, Ep # 215 58:16

5M ago58:16

58:16

In the evolving recruitment landscape where LinkedIn and ChatGPT dominate the conversation, one tool stands resilient: the humble phone call. Is cold calling still a critical part of your recruitment and selling process? Can you be a successful modern recruiter while making zero cold calls? I am thrilled to be joined by a veteran and successful rec…

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#181 How building your Magnetic Employer Brand is like dating – part 2 51:14

5M ago51:14

51:14

Building the Magnetic Employer Brand equals the dating game going strong! If you just went.. "what the heck?", great! I wanted you to! I wanted to win your attention, and with this part 2 episode my intention is to sustain it. This week, in this part 2 Building a Modern Employer Brand podcast episode, we will finish with this crazy-sounding idea an…

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Mastering Social & Emotional Intelligence in the Service Industry 37:11

5M ago37:11

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Summary Join hosts Shawn Black and Jim Robinson for an enlightening discussion on the critical role of social and emotional intelligence in the service industry. In this episode, they dive deep into the interplay of these vital skills and how they shape interactions and leadership within service-oriented businesses. Shawn, with his dynamic backgrou…

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#180 How building your Magnetic Employer Brand is like dating - part 1 37:42

5M ago37:42

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Employer Brand, as a consistent communication process such as building the Magnetic Employer Brand, is like dating in the pursuit of finding The One. In this episode of the Building a Modern Employer Brand podcast, I compare dating to employer branding. Because I’m exploring a more difficult topic in depth, I decided to split this into two episodes…

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How To Build Your Dream Team and Replace Yourself as a Biller, with Balraj Guraya, Ep #214 1:15:23

5M ago1:15:23

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Building a scalable recruitment business that operates seamlessly even without recruiters' direct involvement should not be just a dream—but a tangible goal. Balraj's achievement with Envision Education serves as a testament to what can be accomplished through strategic planning and execution. Today’s episode explores how recruiters can build high-…

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#179 Unlock Your Potential: The Power Of Self-awareness For Career Growth 35:39

5M ago35:39

35:39

Are you aware of the power of self-awareness for career growth, but also in personal and professional relationships? In this episode of the Building a Modern Employer Brand podcast, we talk about self-awareness and how to unlock your potential by becoming more self-aware. In this episode: 💫 What is Self-Awareness? 💫 Self-Awareness Outside Career Se…

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How Recruiters Can Master the Grind and Unlock Success, with Matt Ballema, Ep #213 1:04:01

5M ago1:04:01

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Every successful recruiter will tell you success is born out of the grind, not the glory. Mastering the grind is the key to unlocking growth. Whether building a robust network, honing communication, or leveraging technology, recruiters must navigate the ups and downs with resilience and determination. Today’s episode explores how recruiters can emb…

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#178 Building a Stellar Career Path in Employer Branding 40:51

6M ago40:51

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It is becoming increasingly difficult to build products that are genuinely better than those of competitors. That’s why talent acquisition and retention have become paramount to business success. All businesses that want to succeed, grow and sustain a loyal customer audience need the talent capable of giving those businesses the competitive edge in…

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How to Scale Your Recruitment Firm to 10x Growth in a Challenging Market, with Thomas Dove, Ep #212 1:08:27

6M ago1:08:27

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Scaling a recruitment firm to 10x growth in a challenging market demands a strategic approach focused on innovation, adaptability, and talent development. All of which Tom has mastered and has been able to 10x his firm's growth over the past decade. Tom scaled Fraser Dove International from 5 employees to a workforce of 50 employees spread across t…

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#177 Targeting in Marketing for Active and Passive Job Seekers 41:10

6M ago41:10

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In this Building a Modern Employer Brand podcast episode, we’ll tap into target audiences in talent marketing, and more specifically in the different target audiences when it comes to employer branding and recruiting. This is a super important episode for everyone working in talent marketing today as the success of your short-term and long-term tal…

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How to Scale Multiple Staffing Companies to Consistent 8-Figure Revenues, with Aaron Opalewski, EP #211 1:00:59

6M ago1:00:59

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Growing a recruitment business to 7 or 8-figure portfolio companies might be much simpler than you think. Few firm owners achieve this, but Aaron Opalewski stands as an example of this entrepreneurial success. He co-founded his first staffing company at just 24 and has nurtured his second venture into a portfolio of seven staffing companies across …

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#176 New insights on LinkedIn Algorithm 2024 that you probably didn’t know 28:22

6M ago28:22

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Did you know that since LinkedIn changed the feed algorithm in November 2023, reach has dropped more than 50% for most LinkedIn creators? Furthermore, follower growth has also slowed down to 40% for some compared to just a year ago! In this episode of the Building a Modern Employer Brand podcast, I discuss the significant LinkedIn algorithm 2024 up…

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3 Key Steps to Boost Your Recruitment Team's Performance, with Manan Shah, Ep #210 59:51

6M ago59:51

59:51

Do you need help building lasting relationships with candidates after placement? Scaling a recruitment business and manually nurturing relationships can be overwhelming, leaving little room for other essential tasks. But what if there is a way to automate this process? To answer this question, we discuss how recruiters can automate their recruiting…

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Mastering Talent Magnetism with Clifton Savage 57:05

6M ago57:05

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Summary In this engaging and informative episode of the Service Evolution Podcast, Shawn Black co-hosts a dynamic discussion on the art of attracting top talent and mastering talent magnetism with Jim Robinson and special guest Clifton Savage. Clifton, founder and CEO of Service Leaders Society, has fifteen years of experience and a deep understand…

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#175 Crafting an Irresistible Employer Brand: The Modern EB Leader's Playbook 17:29

6M ago17:29

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A solid employer branding strategy is vital in today's rapidly changing work environment. People managers, HR professionals, employer branding specialists and talent acquisition leaders face an increasingly complex challenge of attracting and retaining talent. The global shift towards remote work and a workforce that demands more empathy, freedom o…

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How Solo Recruiters Can Earn $1.5 Million with Focused Daily Conversations, with Craig Picken, Ep #209 1:04:03

6M ago1:04:03

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Are you a solo recruiter curious about achieving extraordinary billing figures with just a handful of daily conversations? Meet Craig, a solo recruiter who's been smashing records. For the last 3 consecutive years, he’s billed over $1.25m as a solo recruiter, reaching a career milestone of $1.5m in 2023, which was a down year for many recruiters. I…

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#174 The Evolution of Employer Branding From Zero to AI - with Guest Jason "Jay" Kipps 48:46

7M ago48:46

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In this episode of the Building a Modern Employer Brand podcast, I have the pleasure of chatting with Jason "Jay" Kipps from The Martec. The evolution of employer branding has been like a whirlwind over the past decade. At first, after 1996 when the term was coined, for a long time there was nothing. Then, recruitment marketing campaigns took off w…

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How to Turn Your Recruitment Podcast into a Profit Machine, with Mike Richards, Ep #208 56:19

7M ago56:19

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Are you looking for innovative ways to elevate your recruitment firm's brand and solidify its presence in the industry? Podcasting might be the game-changer you haven’t tapped into yet. In today's episode, we explore the powerful impact podcasting can have as a branding tool in the competitive recruitment industry. Our guest, Mike Richards, CEO & F…

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