Strategic Consulting for the Recruitment Sector

"A great recruitment business leader has to plan ahead, has to think about a more complex set of stakeholders." - Alison Humphries 

In this episode of the People Dividend podcast, host Mike Horne speaks with Alison Humphries, a seasoned expert in the recruitment industry. They discuss the complexities of transitioning from a successful recruiter to a business owner, the challenges faced by small recruitment businesses, and the impact of remote work on productivity. Alison shares her insights on market dynamics, the importance of networking, and the evolving expectations of employees in today's workforce. The conversation highlights the need for focus and strategic thinking in leadership roles within the recruitment sector.

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Key Points:

• The recruitment industry is dominated by micro businesses.
• How remote work has changed the training landscape for new recruiters.
• Leadership in recruitment requires a shift in management style.

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“One of the first questions I ask people when they get in contact with me is, well, what's your point of difference? Why does the world need another recruiter in X, Y or Z sector? And you'd be surprised how many people haven't really thought about that at all, even in this very dense area of supply”. - Alison Humphries

“We've had a lot of things that used to be privileges start to become rights. And once they become rights, people aren't motivated by them anymore,” - Alison Humphries 

"A great recruitment business leader has to plan ahead, has to think about a more complex set of stakeholders." - Alison Humphries 

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