Best Temporary Recruitment Podcasts (2025)

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An employer engagement strategy that will change your life -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 35 12:29

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re talking about the self-defeating challenges of directing your clients to job postings and a new strategy that doesn’t focus on job postings at all. Ideally, candidates should be applying for jobs that haven't yet been posted. We want our clients to be the only person the employer is considering. We want …

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Seeking out the benefits of ‘Holiday Hiring’ -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 34 9:45

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we take a closer look at the benefits of pursuing seasonal employment for those wanting long-term jobs. According to recruitment firm Cadient, "the percentage of seasonal holiday employees retained as permanent staff varies widely by company and industry, but some employers convert as many as 35-40% to permane…

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How will Budget 2025 impact job search and employers? -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 33 16:16

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we discuss take a closer look at Budget 2025; specifically the impacts to employers, job seekers and career development organizations. Did you know the federal government plans to use the Labour Market Development Agreements (the funding source which pays for most provinces' employment programs) to provide an …

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FREE KICKS Special 44:32

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In this special episode, host Claire Poole is joined by Rafa Muela (Real Betis Foundation), Teresa Santos (FC Porto), and Alessio Novi (Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies) to celebrate the wins, learnings, and legacy of the FREE KICKS project. The FREE KICKS project is a 30-month-long initiative addressing circular economy and environmental susta…

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Beyond the Résumé: How to Find Talent in the Places Everyone Overlooks w/ Jay Kondrup & Justin Brower 34:44

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Everyone says they want "top talent." But most recruiters look for it in all the same places. The same résumés, the same titles, the same predictable career paths. And now, with LinkedIn doing most of the heavy lifting, many recruiters have forgotten how to actually recruit. They inbox, keyword search, and wait for the algorithm to serve up the sam…

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"Sports, Socials, and the Sprint to Year-End" - Episode 7 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 36:49

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Episode 7 – "Sports, Socials, and the Sprint to Year-End" With Chris Dawes (Visual PR) and Kimberly Bird (Responsive Personnel) It’s not all CVs and candidate calls in recruitment - sometimes, its horse racing, hockey, and halloumi fries! In this episode, host Chris Dawes is joined by Responsive Pe…

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Overcoming discrimination against those with disabilities -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 32 13:21

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we discuss the feelings of discrimination many disabled job seekers are experiencing and the supports we can provide to address this with both employers and job seekers. Between 2017 and 2022, the percentage of persons aged 25 to 64 with disabilities who believed they had been refused an interview in the past …

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The Power of the Frontline Workforce & How Leaders Can Unlock It w/ Mike White 28:27

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In manufacturing, people are always talking about innovation. But very often, the focus on automation, robotics, and AI leaves out the real key to performance and progress. The frontline workers who make everything run. For decades, the frontline workforce has been managed like machinery: interchangeable, replaceable, and measured only in hours wor…

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The Benefits of Attending Cannexus 26 for Job Developers -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 31 15:37

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, I had an opportunity to interview Sharon Ferriss, Senior Director, Marketing and Communications, with CERIC. We discussed plans for #Cannexus26 and the benefits of attending the conference (virtually or in-person) for job developers and other employer engagement professionals. If should be noted that all membe…

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Developing a strategy to engage and recruit Gen Z -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 30 16:40

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re partially looking at some of the challenges youth face in the job market, but our main thought is that this is the generation which will inherit the entire job market – and our we effectively preparing for this eventual outcome. Gen Z respondents are more likely (41%) to "always" consider their long-term…

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Procurement Meets Partnership: Inside the HPS and HireQuest Collaboration w/ Nathan Stock & Matt Wilkerson 25:36

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Businesses everywhere are facing the same challenge: trying to meet financial goals, production goals, and staffing needs, all at once. Budgets are tightening, teams are shrinking, and hiring has become a constant uphill climb. The pressure to "do more with less" isn't just a slogan anymore, it's reality for nearly every organization. That's the la…

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Salary is increasingly being tied to skills -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 29 9:52

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re looking at new research suggesting employers are increasingly connecting wages and wage increases to skills. According to the brand new 2026 Canada Salary Guide, 83% of employers agree with the view that professionals with specialized skills are paid more than peers without them in the same role. True, e…

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What Every Recruiter Needs to Know About Public Health Talent w/ Dr. Desiree Strickland 27:46

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Public health is one of the most misunderstood fields in the job market. It's full of people who quietly hold entire communities together, designing prevention programs, managing data, and saving lives. Yet they're often underpaid, overlooked, and invisible to recruiters. The irony is that the very professionals trained to serve others often strugg…

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How CORT Scaled Smart with Indeed Flex 30:39

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In this episode of Workforce Insider by Indeed Flex, Daniel Tiepelman, Vice President of Operations and Asset Management at CORT, discuss how the company transformed its staffing strategy by moving from a fragmented, manual system to a centralized, data-driven Managed Service Provider (MSP) model with Indeed Flex. Prior to the transition in August …

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Creating an employer engagement strategy addressing the elimination of Temporary Foreign Workers -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 28 12:34

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The Healthcare Marketing Paradox - Seven High-Impact, Low-Budget Hospital Marketing Strategies 52:03

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Todays episode is a detailed guide for hospitals seeking to implement effective marketing strategies with little to no budget. In our whitepaper we outline seven main no-cost actions, such as optimizing their website through Search Engine Optimization (SEO), leveraging physicians as trusted content creators, and strengthening physician referral pip…

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'Open Hiring' can rebalance the recruitment process -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 27 11:47

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we are talking a new trend called ‘Open Hiring’ – where employers hire people: First Come / First Hire; no resume; no formal interview; no reference checks. While your local employers would likely be very concerned about this approach, retail giant ‘The Body Shop’ has been doing it since 2021 with great result…

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Why Veteran Hiring Strategies Fail and How Companies Can Get It Right w/ Emily King Grandinetta 34:53

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Companies constantly talk about hiring and supporting veterans. While that sounds patriotic and well-intentioned, they often miss the mark on execution. Recruiting campaigns, hiring pledges, and onboarding slide decks look good on paper, yet the results are sobering: too many veteran hires fail. It's not because they can't lead, it's because both s…

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Calling Out to Job Development Leaders -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 26 14:12

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we discuss our plans for 'Leaders in Job Development'; gathering a group of leading career development organizations which champion the goals of job development and inclusive hiring. We're going to promote the benefits of job development supports directly to Canadian media outlets, influences, bloggers, podcas…

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Curing the "Temporary Fix" Trap: How Hospitals Can End Travel Nurse Dependence and Thrive 40:43

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This episode addresses the escalating financial burden on hospitals due to post-pandemic reliance on travel nurses, whose costs can drastically exceed those of staff nurses. The article outlines a four-step strategic framework for reducing travel nurse dependence while maintaining patient care quality, focusing heavily on proactive workforce planni…

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Construction Sector as a 'Pathway to Employment' -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 25 13:58

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we examine new research from BuildForce Canada suggesting the construction sector isn't necessarily downsizing, it's instead 'normalizing'. With an average construction unemployment rate of 5.6%, unemployment in the sector is still remarkably low compared to historical norms. The construction labour force, the…

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The Hidden Drivers of Hospital Labor Costs 37:03

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The primary source discusses hidden drivers of hospital labor costs, arguing that executives often overlook underlying issues like high turnover and overreliance on travel nurses in favor of surface-level fixes. It emphasizes that healthcare recruitment marketing and strong employer branding are crucial for building talent pipelines, improving rete…

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A Perfect Partnership: The Story Behind HireQuest's Command Center Acquisition w/ Kevin Semerad & David Hartley - Replay 36:31

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A successful acquisition takes place when an organization that sees something special to invest in meets a company that will be propelled further through a partnership. It's a perfect marriage allowing both sides to achieve more together than they would separately. This is what HireQuest looks for when they're looking to acquire a business. It's no…

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Shooting for 100% in job search -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 24 12:03

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we talk about how we can coach individuals to achieve their very best in their own job search efforts. A focused, well-prepared job seeker can do far more to impress an employer with the quality of our services than all the marketing in the world. While we titled this topic: ‘Shooting for 100% in job search’, …

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Selling employers on the benefits of workplace accommodations -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 23 10:50

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we talk about workplace accommodations and specifically about how employers can recruit parents who can neither secure nor afford child care. Many employers (that already accommodate hybrid employment) want employees to come in at least three days, or 60 per cent of the time. Allowing employees to start work a…

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Healthcare Hiring: How to Build the Workforce to Match Growth w/ Theresa Franco 28:22

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In healthcare, hiring used to be about credentials and clinical experience. Post-pandemic, it became a desperate race to fill open shifts. Care delivery has exploded beyond hospital walls. It's expanded into outpatient clinics, rural settings, and even tech-driven virtual care. The problem is, healthcare workforce pipelines haven't caught up to thi…

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Welcome to Workforce Insider: The Future of Work Starts Here 1:11

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The future of work is changing fast and this is where you stay ahead of it. Welcome to Workforce Insider by Indeed Flex, the podcast for forward-thinking professionals in HR, Procurement, Operations, and Finance. Hosts James Terry and Sarah Peck from Indeed Flex bring you insider strategies, practical insights, and real-world examples to help you b…

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From Temp Work to Strategic Weapon: The New Era of Contract Staffing w/ Tim Ozier 39:17

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Contract staffing used to mean plugging holes; covering maternity leaves, bridging gaps until a full-time hire came on board, or filling in while HR caught up. But in today's economy, it's something very different. In a world that has grown comfortable with gig work and fractional talent, contract staffing has become a strategic weapon. The rise of…

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Employers are undermining trust in their use of AI in hiring -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 22 14:12

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we talk about the primary ways employers are using AI to sort, evaluate and communicate with candidates including: Resumé screening (35%); Training (35%); Candidate Communications (34%); Recruiting (33%); Candidate Screening (31%); and Assessments (31%). Job seekers are concerned about this trend and 25% trust…

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Supporting job seekers pursuing jobs in early-childhood education -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 21 14:07

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we talk about how careers in early childhood education are being transformed by '$10-a-Day' child care funding. Provinces and territories have committed to having the program fully in place by April 2026. There's already been an increase of about 150,000 licensed child care spaces since 2019. #MotivingMondays,…

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Project Focused Leadership — The Project-Based NED in Startups 1:03

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Welcome to Boardroom Focus, the podcast that delves into specialized leadership roles powering today’s dynamic organizations. I’m your host, Adrian Lawrence. Today, we’re zeroing in on a unique role in startup governance—the Project-Based Non-Executive Director. Unlike the traditional NED, this role is designed for specific, high-impact initiatives…

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Recruiting Is Slow, Here's How to Still Win Business in 2025 w/ Scott Clark 22:44

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Today's recruiting landscape is full of challenges, hurdles, and hiccups. Tariffs are squeezing certain sectors. AI has brought change to the industry. Economic uncertainty is making candidates hesitant to move. Hiring managers are harder to reach. And when business does come in, it's often from existing relationships, leaving you wondering how to …

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Using employer insights to transform service delivery -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 20 14:15

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we talk about how employer engagement professionals can take the insights they learn from employers to help shape client service and build a 'team-approach' achieving employment outcomes. For instance, if we look at new research from the CFIB, we learn nearly 7 in 10 (67%) of small importers report paying Cana…

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Lower immigration expected to result in higher wages -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 19 10:19

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we talk about ongoing reductions to immigration and how they will likely increase wages while reducing unemployment. The Conference Board of Canada expects these dynamics will drive the unemployment rate lower in the coming years, down to 6.2 per cent in 2026 and 5.8 per cent in 2027. For both of these things …

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Workforce Multiplier: How AI Is Reinventing the Modern Factory w/ Richard Tabassi 25:51

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Smart factories, where machines that think enable the manufacturing process, aren't science fiction anymore. They are already here. AI-powered smart factories are transforming how rockets are built, hiring decisions are made, and how manufacturing lines adapt in real time. As this tech accelerates, it's easy to ask what this means for humans. Will …

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14 ways to grow your employer connections -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 18 17:07

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we conclude our 6-week series on 'Best Practices in Employer Engagement'. In Week 6, our final session in this series, we're talking about 14 different ways you can work with other employer engagement professionals in your community to improve employment and placement outcomes across the board. The idea is tha…

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Maximizing your employment outcomes through follow-up -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 17 15:13

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we continue our 6-week series on 'Best Practices in Employer Engagement'. In Week 5, we're talking about how follow-up is really about developing strong, productive employer relationships. In our discussion we lay out six practical activities job developers can undertake which can result in: (1) Better Job Dev…

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The Hidden Costs of Vacancy: Why Staffing Agencies Pay Off 10:38

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"The True Cost of Vacancy: Why Staffing Agency Fees Are Worth Every Penny in Retail Operations," argues that while staffing agency fees may seem high, the unseen costs of leaving positions vacant in retail, especially in grocery stores and pharmacies, are far more detrimental. The author, an executive grocery recruiter, emphasizes that under staffi…

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"Summer Job Stories" - Episode 6 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 45:18

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Responsive Personnel Podcast – Episode 6: “Summer Job Stories” & Why Temp Work is a Smart Move In this light-hearted episode, Chris and Dom take a nostalgic (and hilarious!) trip through their own summer job history — from omelette stations and warehouse shifts to meat packing and bar work. But bey…

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Grocery's Human Touch: A Blueprint for Service Excellence 12:46

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Transform Your Grocery Store with Legendary Customer Service: The Ultimate Competitive Advantage Discover how exceptional customer service is revolutionizing the grocery industry in 2025. While competitors focus on automation and cost-cutting, savvy grocery operators are claiming massive market share through genuine human connection and service exc…

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9 strategies to raise your profile among local employers -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 16 15:41

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we continue our 6-week series on 'Best Practices in Employer Engagement'. In Week 4, we're talking about how job development is perceived among local employers and nine strategies for raising your profile within the business community. Employers regularly reject job development supports but continue to rely on…

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Discovery is the pathway to better employment outcomes -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 15 12:29

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we continue our 6-week series on 'Best Practices in Employer Engagement'. In Week 3, we’re talking about using 'Discovery' to build relationships with employers and to be able to effectively speak to their needs when pitching clients or students. Getting to know the challenges and daily reality of employers is…

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How to effectively pitch clients or students to employers -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 14 13:41

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we continue our 6-week series on 'Best Practices in Employer Engagement'. In Week 2, we're discussing how to effectively pitch clients or students to employers, touching on the ABCs of selling. While hard sales would lead you to believe the ABCs are 'Always Be Closing' (high-pressure, sign on the dotted line),…

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Making the Grocery Business Sexy: Attracting the New Generation of Workers 15:24

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Mike Cook (Grocery Store Mike) Executive Grocery Recruiter Director of Executive Search – Grocery Division - Frontline Source Group | Fresh Talent, Always in Stock | Partner with Me to Save Critical Time and Bring Top-Tier Talent to Your Organization The grocery industry faces a critical challenge that's keeping executives awake at night. According…

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Strategies for prospecting 'great employers' -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 13 10:14

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we start our 6-week series on 'Best Practices in Employer Engagement'. We start Week 1, discussing how to excel in employer prospecting. We introduce the Prospecting Pyramid, where job developers organize their activities to focus on the very most qualified employers, ready to reach out to you to seek candidat…

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"Your recruitment partner, welcome aboard!" - Episode 5 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 47:57

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 🎙️ Episode 5: "Your Recruitment Partner – Welcome Aboard" In this episode of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel, we explore what it really means to partner with a recruitment agency - from both sides of the table. Host Chris Dawes chats with Hannah Carter, newly appointed Operations…

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Employers' Top 6 Workforce Challenges -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 12 12:46

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we talk about the six (6) major workforce challenges most employers are facing in this uncertain economy. It's estimated 69% (nearly 7 in 10 employers) are reporting a lack of candidates available in their sector. If we can get better at developing skills training to meet these needs, we can make a major break…

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Your Board Needs a NED—Here’s Why 1:04

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Welcome back to Scaling Smarter—the podcast where we unpack what it really takes to lead, grow, and future-proof your business. I’m your host, Adrian Lawrence, and today we’re talking about something every ambitious company should have in place but often overlooks: Non-Executive Directors—also known as NEDs. More specifically, we’re going to look a…

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Career Break? How to Confidently Craft Your Return to the Workforce w/ Erika Price 34:13

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The resume gap…it used to feel like it spelled the end of a career, but that's not true, especially now. We're living in a time when career gaps (once seen as red flags) are becoming part of the new professional norm. Whether it's stepping away to raise a family, navigating layoffs, or hitting pause for personal growth. The question isn't whether y…

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Engaging employers with an effective 'Value Proposition' -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 11 9:00

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In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we discuss how job seekers can develop a value proposition that will speak to prospective employers. According to one recruiter, an employer expects a new job candidate to generate at least 300% of their salary in value to the company. #MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job…