"Saul Searching" - The Saul Recruitment podcast

#Careers #Business #Darren Saul

28:52

Retailers are facing a rapidly evolving landscape where consumer expectations, AI advancements, and social media platforms like TikTok are redefining engagement. It feels like the holiday shopping season just ended, but when do retailers start planning for the next one, and some retailers already behind the curve for this season? Joining us today is Carey Cockrum, Director of Consulting at Cella by Randstad Digital, where she helps major brands and marketing teams optimize their strategies with data-driven insights, AI-powered content creation, and cutting-edge retail marketing trends. With the holidays just around the corner, she’s here to share what’s next for retail marketing, campaign optimization, and how brands can stay ahead in a hyper-competitive space. ABOUT CAREY COCKRUM Carey has been a part of the Creative Agency space for nearly 30 years. She has served as Designer, Creative Director, Creative Operations Lead and Agency Lead in both internal and external agencies (big and small). Carey has worked directly with C-suite stakeholders to understand organizational strategies that inform effective creative solutions. She is a bit of a data nerd and loves demonstrating results. Brands she’s supported include Fruit of the Loom, Wendy’s and Humana. In her free time, she enjoys going back to her creative roots through painting and drawing. She also spends her time improving upon the house she lives in today in Southern, MI - inside and out. RESOURCES Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Boston, August 11-14, 2025. Register now: https://bit.ly/etailboston and use code PARTNER20 for 20% off for retailers and brands Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company…

"Saul Searching" - The Saul Recruitment Podcast

Series home•Feed

"Saul Searching" - The Saul Recruitment Podcast - where I tackle all sorts of fun topics in the areas of recruitment, job searching, mindset, business practices, technology, marketing, culture, service, behaviour - it‘s amazing what you will pick up.. *** Always looking for fantastic guests for upcoming shows - feel free to buzz me on 0414659800 to chat or 👉 https://www.mixo.io/site/podcast-guest-booking-2fh52

65 episodes

"Saul Searching" - The Saul Recruitment Podcast

updated about a year ago

Series home•Feed

65 episodes

#Careers #Business #Darren Saul

All episodes

1
Episode 65 - From Frustration to Revolution – Louise Archer’s Retained Search Journey! 48:35

12 weeks ago48:35

48:35

🎙️ Episode 65: From Frustration to Revolution – Louise Archer’s Retained Search Journey! 🚀 ============================================== 🎙️ Start your FREE 7 Day Podcast Launch Challenge Now! Over 7 days you will receive STAX of high value FREE podcast training! Videos, Webinars, Checklists, Guides, Templates, and Frameworks around podcast strategy, setup, production, promotion, guests, monetisation and more..👉 https://subscribepage.io/FREE7DayPodcastChallenge ============================================== Welcome to another episode of "Saul Searching" – The Saul Recruitment Podcast! 🎧 Today, we’re diving into the future of recruitment with an industry game-changer—Louise Archer, Founder & CEO of Retrained Search! 🌍✨ After years of struggling with the limitations of contingent recruitment, Louise took a bold step—she built Retrained Search to help recruiters ditch the unpredictable hustle and shift to a profitable retained model. Now, she’s transforming agencies across the UK, US, and Australia, giving them the strategies, tools, and mindset to scale sustainably. 🔥 In this episode, we cover: ✅ Why the contingent model is broken and what retained search can do differently ✅ How Louise overcame major challenges to revolutionise the recruitment industry ✅ Misconceptions about retained search (and why recruiters hesitate to make the switch!) ✅ Key strategies to build client trust and secure upfront commitment ✅ The biggest trends shaping recruitment in 2025 and how agencies can stay ahead Louise’s journey is one of resilience, adaptability, and bold decision-making. If you’re a recruiter looking to future-proof your business, you cannot afford to miss this episode! 🎧 Listen now & take your recruitment game to the next level! 📲 Connect with Louise & learn more: Website - https://retrainedsearch.com/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise--archer/ #SaulSearching #Podcast #Recruitment #RetainedSearch #BusinessGrowth #Hiring #EntrepreneurMindset #CareerSuccess…

1
Episode 64 - From Grad to Global: Mitchell’s Journey in Recruitment and Payment Tech! with Mitchell Wright 40:21

20 weeks ago40:21

40:21

🎙️Welcome to Saul Searching – The Saul Recruitment Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the inspiring career journey of Mitchell Wright, a Recruitment Consultant at SearchWorks with over 3.5 years of experience.=============================================== 🚀[FREE Podcast Resource Library] Ensure a Super Successful Podcast Journey with these FREE Podcast Guides, Checklists & Templates! 👉 https://subscribepage.io/PodcastContentLibrary ===============================================🌟 What’s Inside This Episode?✨ Mitchell’s transition from university to the fast-paced world of recruitment at SearchWorks.✨ Leading the charge in building SearchWorks’ US recruitment division in the payment tech space.✨ Key differences between UK and US recruitment strategies—and lessons learned.✨ Strategies for winning enterprise clients and securing long-term relationships.✨ Insights into the qualities that make a great recruiter stand out.✨ An exploration of the evolving payment technology industry and why it’s so exciting to recruit in this space.Mitchell’s story highlights the power of persistence, adaptability, and strategic thinking in building a successful career in recruitment.🎧 Tune in now to uncover actionable insights and behind-the-scenes stories from the world of recruitment and payment technology!*** Want to learn more about Mitchell and SearchWorks?E-mail - mitchell@searchworks.uk Website - https://searchworks.uk/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchell-wright-20aa301b5/ Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7EODu3utxoRCCbRWkhW2sc?si=82f8b67c49724f1b 👉 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share this episode with your network. Let’s spread the inspiration!…

1
Episode 63 - Is your career brand supporting your professional ambitions? with Jeanette Walton 42:20

45 weeks ago42:20

42:20

Hey everyone! Welcome to Episode 63 of “Saul Searching” - The Saul Recruitment Podcast! Today’s topic is “Is your career brand supporting your professional ambitions?” and we’re thrilled to have Jeanette Walton with us! Jeanette Walton has been helping professionals and businesses enhance their career branding for over a decade. With over 20 years of experience as a qualified writer and editor, Jeanette discovered her passion for career branding when she realised she could help others achieve their professional goals. She's all about creating career-branded content that energises, attracts, informs, and influences! In this episode, Jeanette dives into her journey and what drives her in this field. She explains the concept of career branding and why it’s more crucial now than ever. We explore the steps you need to take to build a strong career brand and what kind of collateral you’ll need. Jeanette also shares an inspiring success story of someone she’s helped and the amazing results they achieved. Jeanette provides insights on her working process and offers quick tips and takeaways for anyone looking to boost their career brand. 👉 Find Jeanette and learn more about her work.. Website - https://www.waltonswords.com.au/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/waltonswords/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/WaltonsWords Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jeanette.walton.words/?hl=en Catch this episode and supercharge your career today! Tune in now!…

1
Episode 62 - How to influence decision-making using psychology and marketing! with Jodi Lee Duncan 47:12

45 weeks ago47:12

47:12

Hey friends and podcast fans! Get set for a thrilling ride with Episode 62 of "Saul Searching" - the Saul Recruitment Podcast. Today's focus is on "How to utilise psychology and marketing to sway decision-making!" featuring the fantastic Jodi Lee Duncan. Meet Jodi, the tea-loving, dog-adoring guru in Marketing and Buyer Psychology, behind Fletch & Co. She's a seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience, guiding businesses to grasp consumer behaviour intricacies and design marketing tactics that truly resonate. Join us as Jodi dives into intriguing topics like her motivations in this field, the changing face of decision-making processes, the significance of clarity in marketing, the emotional side of buying, and the ethical stance on using psychology in marketing. Discover how behavioural science can be harnessed to connect with and influence your audience. Jodi also shares insights into her unique work approach and where you can find her. Don't miss out on her quick, actionable tips to elevate your marketing strategies. Gear up for an informative and engaging discussion with Jodi, sprinkled with humour and wisdom, and take your marketing game to the next level! Connect with Jodi today to unlock the secrets of successful marketing. Website - https://fletchandco.com.au/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodileeduncan-marketing-brisbane Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fletchandco_/…

1
Episode 61 - Passion over Profit! Employee over Employer! with Dexter Eugenio 44:02

49 weeks ago44:02

44:02

Hey everyone! Welcome to Episode 61 of “Saul Searching” - The Saul Recruitment Podcast! 🎙️ Today, we're diving into "Passion over Profit! Employee over Employer! with the amazing Dexter Eugenio! 🔥 Meet Dexter, a true oxymoron. He started in marketing, stumbled into Corporate IT, fell into Small Business IT Support, bought a computer shop, and built a loyal client base over 15 years. Now, he's made a surprising change back to being an employee and couldn't be happier! Dexter has joined a top-tier MSP with a visionary founder, re-igniting his creative engine. And guess what? His loyal clients have happily followed him! In this episode, Dexter shares his incredible journey and why IT keeps him hooked. We'll explore what drove him to transition back to being an employee and how it's going so far. Plus, he offers valuable advice for anyone considering a similar move. Dexter also talks about how he stays motivated in the ever-evolving tech world and how he manages his time to keep learning. And of course, he'll give us the inside scoop on All IT and how he works to help clients grow in new ways. Don't miss Dexter's quick tips and takeaways! Tune in now for an engaging and insightful conversation! Feel free to connect with Dexter: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dextereugenio/ All IT Services: https://allitservices.com.au/ Catch all the action! Stay tuned and keep searching for Saul! 🎧✨…

1
Episode 60 - Talent Diversity: How to attract it, leverage it and retain it! With Amanda Chisholm 41:08

50 weeks ago41:08

41:08

Hey everyone! 😜 Welcome to Episode 60 of “Saul Searching” - The Saul Recruitment Podcast, coming at you from the 2024 RCSA Talent X conference! Today we're diving into the exciting topic of talent diversity with the fantastic Amanda Chisholm - one of the speakers for the event! 🎤 Amanda spends her time working in non-banking financial services recruitment - specifically Legal, Risk and Compliance specialising in Funds Management, Superannuation, Insurance, and Wealth Management. She has been recognised as the #1 Recruitment Consultant in her space winning multiple awards including the SEEK SARA Award for Recruitment Consultant of the Year in 2023 and also a finalist in 2022. Amanda’s commitment to being recognised as a subject matter expert and leader in her space resulted in her promotion to Director at Kaizen Recruitment in 2020. Beyond her professional achievements, Amanda is deeply committed to causes close to her heart. She volunteers with not-for-profits focusing on animals, the environment, and supporting victims of family violence. Amanda is an avid explorer, having traveled to 97 countries. She also enjoys camping, hiking and scuba diving. In this episode, Amanda shares insights on talent diversity and its importance. We'll explore strategies for attracting, leveraging, and retaining diverse talent. Amanda also discusses how job seekers and employees can leverage their diversity as a strength to attract more opportunities. Tune in to learn more about Amanda's journey, the meaning of Kaizen as well as valuable tips for embracing talent diversity in your organisation! 💡 Feel free to connect with Amanda and Kaizen Recruitment! LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-chisholmrecruitment/ and https://www.linkedin.com/company/kaizen-recruitment/ Website - https://www.kaizenrecruitment.com.au/ Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion! 👌🚀…

1
Episode 59 - How to build a healthy relationship with money in today’s world! with Marc Bineham 35:27

1 year ago35:27

35:27

Hello, awesome listeners! 🎙️ Welcome to Episode 59 of "Saul Searching" - The Saul Recruitment Podcast! 🚀 Today, we're diving into the fascinating topic of “How to build a healthy relationship with money in today’s world!” with the incredible Marc Bineham. Meet Marc, Australia’s money maestro, on a mission to make financial freedom and stress-free retirements a reality for everyone! 🌟 As a highly regarded money speaker and award-winning author of The Money Sandwich, Marc brings over 30 years of finance industry expertise to the table. He's not just a financial adviser; he's your go-to money coach, delivering simple strategies in everyday language with a sprinkle of dad jokes for good measure! Today, Marc shares a wealth of practical tips and ideas that you can implement right away. Why it’s so challenging to save now and how to overcome it, What is financial wellness, financial freedom and a positive and money mindset, Good debt vs. bad debt, Superannuation and LOTS more!!.. So, grab your pen, paper, or phone because this is wisdom you won't want to miss! Where can our eager listeners find you, Marc, for more financial wisdom? https://themoneysandwich.com/ https://www.facebook.com/themoneysandwich https://www.linkedin.com/company/themoneysandwich/ The Money Sandwich Book - https://themoneysandwich.com/book/ A Bite from The Money Sandwich podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/a-bite-from-the-money-sandwich-podcast/id1580846906 Don't miss out on Marc's valuable insights! Tune in now! 🎧🔥 #MoneyWisdom #FinancialFreedom #SaulSearchingPodcast 💸🚀…

1
Episode 58 - Reduce the stress and anxiety during job seeking by giving recruiters and hiring managers what they want..with Tom Hannemann. 59:52

1 year ago59:52

59:52

Hello, podcast aficionados! 🎙️ Join us in the vibrant universe of "Saul Searching" as we embark on Episode 58 of The Saul Recruitment Podcast. Today's discussion is a real game-changer, focusing on "Reducing the stress and anxiety during job seeking by giving recruiters and hiring managers what they want.." with the insightful Tom Hannemann. Get ready for an enlightening conversation that's sure to make your career journey smoother! 🚀 Tom Hannemann is the visionary mind behind Advance Yourself Career Services since 1997. With a wealth of experience, Tom has been a guiding force for executives and professionals seeking career advancement. Armed with a degree in Behavioural Science and boasting an MBA from prestigious institutions like the Australian Graduate School of Management and the University of Melbourne's Business School, Tom's journey is truly inspiring. Tom shares his history and what continues to fuel his passion for helping job seekers. We chat about why the job seeking process can be stressful and the expectations of recruiters and hiring managers. Tom shares his tips for how to give recruiters and hiring managers what they want, how to write resumes and LinkedIn profiles that work, AI and LOTS more! Want to know more about how Tom weaves his magic?! Tune in to discover his secrets! 🧙‍♀️✨ Remember to explore the world of career insights with Tom's services at "Advance Yourself Career Services." Website - https://www.advance-yourself.com.au/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomhannemann/ Revolutionize your approach to career success!…

1
Episode 57 - AI in LinkedIn and what else has changed! with Kylie Chown 49:37

1 year ago49:37

49:37

Hey everyone! 🌟 Welcome to episode 57 of “Saul Searching” - The Saul Recruitment Podcast! 🎙️ Today, we're diving into the world of LinkedIn and exploring "AI in LinkedIn and what else has changed!" The amazing Kylie Chown is back in the show!! 🤖🚀 Let's get to know Kylie - she's not just a Social Media Trainer and Strategist, but the #2 LinkedIn expert in Asia-Pac! With over 15 years of experience, Kylie has been a go-to professional helping thousands grow their business and careers using LinkedIn. She's been featured in The Huffington Post, Social Media Examiner, and more. In 2021, she scooped up awards like Best Use of LinkedIn and Mentor of the Year (Marketing) Silver in the Stevie Awards. Kylie is all about creating world-class digital brands through her venture, My Digital Brand. 💼🌐 In our latest conversation with Kylie, we uncover the magic of AI in LinkedIn and explore the game-changing platform updates from the last 6 months. Kylie gives us a sneak peek into the future of LinkedIn and shares valuable tips on leveraging the platform for marketing, recruiting, and job-seeking. We chat about organic vs paid LinkedIn, algorithm changes and LOTS LOTS more!! 🌐🤩 Curious about how Kylie works her digital magic? Tune in to discover her secrets! 🧙‍♀️✨ Ready to level up your LinkedIn game? Connect with Kylie and take your online presence to new heights! 🚀 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylie-chown-training-brisbane/ Website - Kylie Chown Consulting - https://www.kyliechown.com.au/ Website - My Digital Brand - https://mydigitalbrand.com.au/ LinkedInLocalBrisbaneCBD - https://www.kyliechown.com.au/linkedin-local-brisbane-cbd/…

1
Episode 56 - From recruiter to mediator and everything in between - how to play to your strengths when reinventing yourself! with Paul Slezak 36:36

2 years ago36:36

36:36

From recruiter to mediator and everything in between - how to play to your strengths when reinventing yourself! I chat with the fantastic Paul Slezak (mediator, board advisor, leadership coach, ex. recruiter, writer and so much more..) about how to create a life around what you love, his new mediation business and why he loves his "portfolio career" so much. Paul also gives job seekers some great insights drawing from his many years as a recruitment founder and leader. This episode is as varied as its title and it's value packed!! Paul is simply awesome to chat with! A SIMPLY MUST SEE EPISODE! Feel free to get in touch with Paul! Website - https://twomindsmediation.com.au/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulslezak/ ** Some great books we chatted about as well: Do What you Love, and the Money will Follow – by Marsha Sinetar - https://www.amazon.com.au/What-Love-Money-Will-Follow/dp/0440501601 Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life – by James Hollis - https://www.amazon.com.au/Finding-Meaning-Second-Half-Life/dp/1592402070 The Second Mountain – by David Brooks - https://www.amazon.com.au/Second-Mountain-Giving-Yourself-Away/dp/0812993268 Company of One – by Paul Jarvis - https://www.amazon.com.au/Company-One-Staying-Small-Business/dp/1328972356 The Long Game; how to be a long-term thinker in a short-term world – by Dorie Clark - https://www.amazon.com.au/Long-Game-Long-Term-Thinker-Short-Term/dp/164782057X How to IKIGAI - by Tim Tamashiro - https://www.amazon.com.au/How-Ikigai-Lessons-Finding-Happiness/dp/1633539008…

1
Episode 55 - Discretionary effort is your holy grail! with Steve Sharp - The Workplace Whisperer 49:50

2 years ago49:50

49:50

Discretionary effort is your holy grail! with Steve Sharp. I chat with Steve Sharp - The Workplace Whisperer - about his "Three Leadership Habits" and "SHARPEN Traits" that help business leaders foster daily innovation, productivity, and honesty within their teams. We chat about the fantastic concept of "Discretionary Effort" and Steve gives us loads of great tips and strategies for how to inspire, build trust, psychological safety and ultimately create high performing and happy teams! Steve is awesome! A VALUE PACKED EPISODE THAT IS A MUST SEE! Feel free to get in touch with Steve! Website - https://stevesharp.com.au/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevesharpspeaker/ email - steve@stevesharp.com.au…

1
Episode 54 - Bringing Inclusivity Into Recruitment! with Sabrina Houssami 34:38

2 years ago34:38

34:38

Bringing Inclusivity Into Recruitment! I chat with Sabrina Houssami - Founder and CEO of Avanti Search - about why she is so passionate about inclusivity, how to make the recruitment process more inclusive, Sabrina's impressive and varied career journey, what she learnt from her time as Miss World Australia, what makes Avanti Search so different and LOTS more! Sabrina was simply a pleasure to chat with! AN INCREDIBLY INSIGHTFUL AND VALUE PACKED EPISODE NOT TO BE MISSED! Feel free to get in touch with Sabrina and the Avanti Search team! Website - https://www.avantisearch.com.au/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrinahoussami/ Phone - 0425040404 email - hello@avantisearch.com.au…

1
Episode 53 - The Power of People and the Employee Value Proposition! with Gina Balarin 1:02:59

2 years ago1:02:59

1:02:59

The Power of People and the Employee Value Proposition! I chat with the fantastic Gina Balarin - inspirational TEDx and keynote speaker, storyteller and B2B marketing leader - about the "why" and "how" to attract and retain quality people, her new book, her TEDx talk and LOTS more..Gina is awesome! A TRULY INSIGHTFUL EPISODE JAM-PACKED WITH TAKE HOME VALUE! Feel free to get in touch with Gina! Website - https://www.verballistics.com.au/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginabalarin/ Gina's new book : The Secret Army: Leadership, Marketing and the Power of People? - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Secret-Army-Leadership-Marketing-People/dp/1544836341 Gina's TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTJLbnq48nI…

1
Episode 52 - LinkedIn - Organic, Ads, Content, Personal Branding and more..with Kylie Chown 40:00

2 years ago40:00

40:00

LinkedIn - Organic, Ads, Content, Personal Branding and more..I chat with Kylie Chown - Social Media Trainer, Strategist and the current #2 LinkedIn expert in Asia-Pac - about everything LinkedIn as we move towards 2023! What's relevant and how can you be even more effective on the platform next year. We chat about your organic strategy, paid advertising, quality content creation, personal branding and your digital first impression, building an audience/community and LOTS more!.. AN EPISODE NOT TO BE MISSED! JAM-PACKED WITH VALUE AND INSIGHTS! Feel free to get in touch with Kylie! LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylie-chown-training-brisbane/ Website - Kylie Chown Consulting - https://www.kyliechown.com.au/ Website - My Digital Brand - https://mydigitalbrand.com.au/…

1
Episode 51 - Why he moved from Corporate Training to Online Learning..with Cam Elliot 51:07

2 years ago51:07