Leaders in Talent Podcast with Adriaan Kolff

Leaders in Talent Podcast with Adriaan Kolff

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The Future of Talent Acquisition: Strategic, Lean, and AI-Driven | Rory Mullins

In this episode of the Leaders in Talent Podcast, Adriaan is joined by talent acquisition expert Rory Mullins. Rory has led recruitment functions at companies like Uber, Trainline, Wise, and TransferGo. They discuss the evolving landscape of talent acquisition, moving away from large internal teams to more strategic, smaller TA teams supported by external plugins and AI tools. Rory shares insights on cost efficiency, the importance of building strong relationships with finance teams, and the critical aspects of retention. He also talks about the broader impact of modern recruitment methods on the overall people function and the role of AI in transforming recruitment processes. Whether you're a talent leader or aspiring recruiter, this episode offers valuable perspectives on building a resilient, scalable, and strategic TA function. Timecodes: 01:30 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 02:15 The Shift in Recruitment Models 08:25 The Importance of Finance in Recruitment 11:17 Building Effective TA Teams 14:25 The Role of Data and Metrics 21:39 First 90 Days in a New TA Role 22:12 Meeting the Functional Leaders 22:36 Understanding Team Performance 23:18 Identifying Root Causes 24:21 Creating a Culture of Transparency 26:28 Hands-On Leadership Approach 28:42 The Future of Talent Acquisition Teams 32:01 The Role of AI in Recruitment 34:54 Interim CPO Experience 38:17 Final Thoughts and Advice ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ____________ Connect with Rory Mullins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rorymullins/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more: https://matchr.io

The End of Sourcing? Redefining Talent Acquisition with Balazs Paroczay

In this episode of The Leaders in Talent Podcast, host Adriaan welcomes Balazs Paroczay, founder of Source Code Agency and a renowned keynote speaker, to discuss the evolution and future of sourcing in recruitment. Balazs elaborates on the noticeable decline in traditional sourcing, the impact of economic downturns, and the transformational changes in the recruitment industry. He offers insights on the role of technology, particularly AI, in shaping the future of sourcing and recruiting. The episode delves into personal reflections, professional advice for sourcers and recruiters, and the importance of staying adaptable and connected in a continuously evolving field. Timecodes: 01:30 Introduction 03:15 The Evolution of Sourcing 04:43 Signs of Transition in Sourcing 07:38 Factors Influencing the End of Sourcing 09:49 The Changing Landscape of Recruitment 15:12 Personal Reflections on Sourcing 18:05 Adapting to New Recruitment Trends 20:29 Reflecting on the Evolution of Recruitment 22:05 The Role of Technology in Modern Recruitment 24:56 The Future of Sourcing and AI Integration 26:54 Changing Job Application Trends 28:54 The Role of Recruiters in the Age of AI 31:57 Personal Reflections and Future Aspirations 36:36 Advice for Sourcers and Recruiters ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ____________ Connect with Balazs Paroczay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebalazs/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more>>

Trust Your People, Tell Real Stories: Employer Branding with Alex Her

In this episode of The Leaders in Talent Podcast, we welcome Alex Her, a global employer branding leader and co-founder of the EB Space community. Alex shares his expertise on the importance of employer branding, strategies for engaging employees as ambassadors, and how to measure the return on investment (ROI). Alex discusses building a sustainable employer brand, navigating changes in a post-pandemic world, and utilizing tools like AI to enhance content creation. Tune in for valuable insights on creating an authentic employer brand that resonates with both current and potential employees. Timecodes: 00:58 Welcome to The Leaders in Talent Podcast 01:10 Meet Alex Her: Employer Branding Leader 03:02 The Importance of Employer Branding 07:32 Measuring ROI in Employer Branding 11:16 Tools and Technology for Employer Branding 12:34 Revisiting and Evolving Employer Branding 15:41 Signs Your Employer Branding Needs a Refresh 18:09 The Evolution of Employer Branding 18:34 Integrating EVP with Company Values 19:51 Employee Advocacy Programs 21:54 Motivating Employee Participation 23:36 Impact of Employer Branding on Retention 24:37 The Role of AI in Employer Branding 27:13 Convincing Executives to Invest in Employer Branding 29:19 Admiring Successful Employer Brands 30:44 Connecting with Alex on Social Media ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ____________ Connect with Alex Her: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexher/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more>>

From Krakow to Hyderabad: Inside Backbase’s Global Talent Strategy

In this episode of the Leaders in Talent podcast, host Adriaan interviews Rolando Jessurun, Global VP of Talent Acquisition at BackBase, at their new HQ in Amsterdam. Rolando shares the strategies and nuances of building large-scale development centers in Krakow and Hyderabad, including their unique challenges and successes. Rolando emphasizes the importance of cultural alignment, strategic planning, and the evolving role of technology in talent acquisition. Enjoy a deep dive into how BackBase successfully scales its global workforce. 01:10 Meet Rolando Jessurun: Background and Career Journey 04:35 The Growth and Expansion of BackBase 05:11 Challenges and Strategies in Global Talent Acquisition 09:19 Building and Managing International Development Centers 15:18 Balancing Local Presence and Leadership 15:42 Aligning Global Support Functions 15:56 Entrepreneurial Success and Accountability 16:29 Cultural Glue and Company Values 17:21 Nuances in Different Markets 19:51 Future Talent Workforce Planning 20:47 Setting Up New Hubs 22:58 Managing Talent Teams 24:16 Tips for Development Centers 26:33 Future Challenges and AI Impact 27:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ____________ Connect with Rolando Jessurun: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rolandojessurun/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more>>

Growth-Driven Strategic Workforce Planning with Thomas Waldman

Join us on the Leaders in Talent podcast as we dive into the intricate world of strategic workforce planning with Thomas Waldman, the Global Head of Talent Acquisition & Contingent Workforce at Action. With a rich background in companies like Shell, TomTom, Getir, Just Eat Takeaway, and currently Action, Thomas shares his insights on managing tremendous growth, the importance of a clean organizational structure, and staying true to a business model. Learn about Action's rapid expansion, opening a store a day, and managing a workforce of over 80,000 employees. Discover key strategies for balancing in-house and flexible resource allocation, and the importance of clear goals and integration when working with external recruitment partners. This episode is packed with valuable lessons for anyone involved in talent acquisition and workforce management. Timecodes: 01:03 Thomas's Career Journey and Action's Success 03:26 Strategic Workforce Planning in Retail 06:06 Comparing Different Companies' Growth Strategies 08:58 The Role of External Recruitment Partners 14:21 Exciting Future Prospects for Action 15:26 Connecting with Thomas and Closing Remarks ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ____________ Connect with Thomas Waldman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaswaldman/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more>>

No Weak Links: The Secrets to Running a Lean, High-Impact Recruitment Team

In this episode of the Leaders in Talent podcast, join us as we welcome Alli Trussell, SVP at Bilt Rewards, who shares her unconventional journey from theater to tech. Alli discusses the importance of having the right people in your team, the similarities between recruiting and sales, and the impact of pushing teams under pressure. She recounts her experience at Wunderkind during COVID, handling rapid growth with a lean recruitment team, and maintaining quality hiring standards amidst high demands. Alli also dives into her approach at Bilt, the power of human touch in recruitment, and the lessons on balancing quality and speed when scaling teams. Don't miss these valuable insights on building high-impact, lean recruitment teams! Timecodes: 00:49 Introduction to Alli Trussell 01:53 Alli's Unconventional Career Path 02:56 Transitioning to the Corporate World 04:41 Recruitment Challenges and Strategies 07:30 Wunderkind's Rapid Growth During COVID 13:38 Balancing Quality and Speed in Hiring 17:09 Building High-Impact Lean Teams 22:49 Lessons from Bilt Rewards 30:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ____________ Connect with Alli Trussell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alli-trussell-00142a173/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more>>

Amanda Johnson on DeepL’s New Recruitment Philosophy and Its Impact on Growth

In this episode of the Leaders in Talent podcast, we dive deep into DeepL's hiring philosophy and principles with Amanda Johnson, Head of Talent Acquisition at DeepL. Amanda shares her extensive experience and the innovative steps taken at DeepL to align hiring processes with core values, growth mindset, and subject matter expertise. From defining hiring principles to implementing structured hiring practices, Amanda discusses the challenges faced, the strategies for success, and the importance of maintaining high-quality, unbiased recruitment standards. This insightful conversation is a valuable resource for anyone looking to refine their organization's approach to talent acquisition. Timecodes: 00:50 Meet Amanda Johnson: Head of TA at DeepL 01:46 DeepL's Mission and Global Presence 03:17 The Importance of Hiring Philosophy 05:38 Defining Hiring Principles at DeepL 10:22 Implementing Structured Hiring Processes 15:47 Challenges and Adaptations in the Hiring Process 17:50 Reflecting on Success and Future Plans 29:47 Final Thoughts and Connecting with Amanda ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ____________ Connect with Amanda Johnson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandajohnson86/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more>>

Remote or Hybrid? Navigating the Modern Work Landscape

In this episode, we dive deep into the benefits and challenges of flexible and hybrid working models with Nikki Scarr, a global HR leader with extensive experience in human resources and veterans from the British army. Nikki shares her insights on why the five-day office mandate may backfire and the critical role of trust, purpose, and inclusive workplaces in retaining top talent. Discover practical tips for implementing effective hybrid work strategies and fostering a connected, engaged workforce. Timcodes: 00:49 Guest Introduction: Nikki Scarr 01:46 The Debate on Office Mandates 02:10 Evidence Supporting Flexible Work 03:39 Challenges and Concerns with Office Mandates 04:51 Practical Solutions for Hybrid Work 13:15 Impact on Diversity and Inclusion 15:21 Building Connections in Remote and Hybrid Work 26:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ___________________________ Connect with Nikki Scarr: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkiscarr/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more>>

Building Bridges: Joy Sybesma's Guide to Effective Networking

In this episode of the Leaders in Talent podcast, host Adriaan welcomes Joy Sybesma, founder and CEO of SkillJoy, who shares her invaluable insights on leveraging networks for career and personal success. Joy discusses the importance of being good at what you do, integrating integrity into your brand, and focusing on both professional and personal relationships. Joy also provides practical strategies for job searching, building a strong network, and turning connections into clients. Tune in to learn the art of networking from one of the best in the field. Timecodes 00:47 Meet Joy Sybesma 02:15 The Power of Networking 04:48 Networking Strategies 08:28 Building and Maintaining Relationships 11:52 Leveraging Professional Networks 19:33 Balancing Relationships and Objectives 29:39 Concluding Thoughts and Contact Information ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ____________ Connect with Joy Sybesma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joysybesma/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more>>

On Building Trust and Retaining Talent

Join us in an engaging episode of the Leaders in Talent podcast as host Adriaan Kolff interviews Annie Wickman, the Head of People at Character.AI. Annie details her career journey from Google to Character.AI, sharing operational and people-focused challenges she faced during a significant transaction with Google and the transition to an employee-owned company. Discover strategies for onboarding, retaining, and motivating employees in a rapidly growing AI startup, and learn about the importance of building trust and efficient onboarding processes. Gain leadership insights on transparency, remote work culture, and handling company downsizing. Finally, Annie shares her personal career advice on motivation, trust in gut instincts, and overcoming professional challenges. Tune in for a comprehensive look at navigating rapid growth in the AI industry! Timecodes: 01:07 Annie Wickman's Career Journey 02:08 Character.ai's Recent Developments 03:15 Navigating Market Volatility with Matcher 03:55 Google's Involvement with Character.ai 04:38 Building a Successful Product Company 05:29 Onboarding and Retention Strategies 10:55 Competing in the AI Space 13:10 Building Trust in Leadership 16:00 Real-Life Examples of Managing Change 18:12 The Importance of Transparency in Leadership 20:01 Trends in Workplace Dynamics 24:03 Exciting Opportunities at Character.ai 24:45 Advice for Younger Selves and Overcoming Insecurities 27:42 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell ___________________________ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matchr/ Get in touch with us: https://www.matchr.io/who-we-are/contact/ ___________________________ Connect with Annie Wickman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-wickman-3332731/ Connect with Adriaan Kolff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriaankolff/ ___________________________ RSS feed: https://media.rss.com/leaders-in-talent/feed.xml ___________________________ Need an External Recruitment Support? Embed Matchr’s expert recruiters directly into your team. Seamless integration for immediate impact on your hiring process. Learn more>>

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