115. How to get better candidates, with David Thompson

Truth, Lies and Work

Welcome to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network.

In this special episode, Al and Leanne dive into the intricacies of employer branding with expert David Thompson. Learn how to create an attractive and effective employer brand that can help your organisation attract and retain top talent.

David shares his insights on why employer branding is essential in today’s job market and provides practical advice on how to implement these strategies successfully.

Enjoy!

P.S. Our normal Tuesday 'This Week in Work' episodes will return in August!

Key Topics Covered:

• What is employer branding?
• The evolution and importance of employer branding in the modern job market
• Practical steps to create and enhance your employer brand
• Real-world examples of successful employer branding
• The impact of employer branding on recruitment costs and employee retention
• Overcoming common challenges in employer branding

About David Thompson, Co-founder of Employer Branding Made Easy

David Thompson is a leading expert in employer branding, with over 20 years of experience helping organisations like Autoglass, The Met Office, and The Telegraph build powerful employer brands. He co-founded Employer Branding Made Easy with his wife Sarah Hockenhull to help organisations run successful employer branding projects and upskill their in-house teams.

Find out more:

• Employer Branding Made Easy
• Get Better Candidates
• Connect with David on LinkedIn: David Thompson

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