Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Tea Time with Talent Acquisition
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| Expanding Hiring Plans | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:39:45 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Today we welcome Jim Miller, VP Talent @ Ashby and T100 winner onto Tea Time with Talent Acquisition for a conversation packed with real insight on scaling, location strategy, and building talent density with intention. Jim was Google’s first Tech Recruiter in London when the company was around 8,000 people and we rewind to that pivotal moment to unpack how Google thought about expansion, why London mattered, and what smart location strategy really looks like later in his career. In this episode, we cover: 🔵 The three lenses of location strategy: competitors, market creators, and individuals 🔵 The risks of over-hiring from competitors 🔵 Local vs global hiring and where companies get it wrong 🔵 Employer brand, contextual SEO, and why transparency drives better candidates This is a practical, strategic conversation for anyone thinking about global hiring, intentional growth, and long-term talent strategy. Thank you, Jim, for such an open and thoughtful discussion. Feel free to find Jim here - Jim Miller | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP | |||
| A Real View at Diversity in Hiring | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:46:46 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ I was so excited to welcome Andreea onto Tea Time with Talent Acquisition for what turned into a deeply thoughtful, honest, and timely conversation. Andreea brings such a grounded, human perspective to talent acquisition and in this episode, she takes a step back from day-to-day hiring to reflect on the bigger picture: purpose, community, and what our role really is. This is a refreshingly real discussion covering… 🔵 The long-term cost of deprioritising DEI, belonging, and well-being during times of scarcity 🔵 How market fear and “survival mode” thinking quietly push people and communities aside 🔵 The power of networking, human connection, and simply showing up for people, even when there are no jobs 🔵 Why recruiters have a responsibility to help candidates recognise and own their value 🔵 How community, mentoring, and human empathy matter more than ever in a tech-driven, AI-shaped future This episode is a powerful reminder that even when we can’t offer roles, we can still offer support, perspective, and humanity and that impact lasts far longer. Thank you so much, Andreea, for sharing your insight so openly. Feel free to find Andreea here - Andreea Tilvan (She/Her) | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #diversity #EDI #DEI | |||
| Building Teams that can Influence | 29 Sep 2025 | 00:35:46 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ How can talent acquisition leaders balance being strategic advisors with managing operational pressures? I sat down with Mykhailo Shpygotskyi, Team Lead for Global Tech Recruiting at Flix, to focus in on how we can build teams that influence across the business, helping to evolve the role we have within talent for our own careers and future generations. We touch upon... 🔵 From order-takers to advisors. 🔵 Business fluency as a foundation. 🔵 The blended model: in-house + external and seeing vendors as true partners. 🔵 Developing the team through opportunities. 🔵 The glue role of recruitment leadership. Mykhailo’s perspective highlights that great recruiting leadership is not just about filling roles, it’s about building influence, fostering partnerships, and turning hiring into a team sport across the organisation.A great conversation for leaders both today and aspiring! Feel free to find Mykhailo here - Mykhailo Shpygotskyi | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership #AI | |||
| Sourcing in Niche Markets | 22 Sep 2025 | 00:32:40 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ In a world increasingly shaped by technology, are we at risk of losing the fundamentals that make great recruiting work?Joined by the brilliant Tamara Perry, a Strategic Talent Acquisition Partner with an impressive track record including Tech Recruitment at Amazon, we sat down to talk all things old and new in the world of recruitment... 🔵 How “old school” tactics like intake meetings that uncover true role value, adjacent skill mapping, and stakeholder collaboration remain essential today. 🔵 The importance of developing industry fluency and how it builds authenticity, credibility, and influence with candidates. 🔵 Practical ways to engage niche talent pools, from online communities to thoughtful content sharing, without falling into the trap of spamming. 🔵 How to create and pitch compelling value propositions that help roles stand out in crowded markets. Tamara brings a grounded, real-world perspective from her experience in technical recruiting. Her insights show how blending core recruiting fundamentals with modern tools can make recruiters not only more efficient but truly more effective. Feel free to find Tamara here - Tamara Perry | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership #AI | |||
| Automate the Mundane, Humanise the Experience | 15 Sep 2025 | 00:43:50 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Automation isn’t about replacing recruiters, it’s about giving us the time and space to do what we do best: connect with people. In the latest Tea Time with Talent Acquisition, Dominic Joyce, Senior Talent Acquisition Lead at Bauer Media, shares how his mantra “automate the mundane, humanise the experience” is transforming the way TA teams work. Within the discussion we cover: 🔵 Why recruiters should see AI as their co-pilot, not their replacement. 🔵 How to free up time from admin-heavy tasks and reinvest it in conversations with candidates and stakeholders. 🔵 Practical ways AI can improve intake meetings, job adverts, and candidate communications. 🔵 Why human empathy, storytelling, and credibility will always sit at the heart of great recruiting. Dominic has been in the industry for over a decade, he has worked with top organisations like HSBC, Klarna and now Bauer Media his approach to this episode was with a grounded mindset looking at practical insights into how individual talent professionals and teams can embrace AI without losing what makes us human. Check it out today! Feel free to find Dominic here - Dominic Joyce | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Importance of Recovery and Preventing Burnout | 08 Sep 2025 | 00:40:54 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Burnout isn’t black and white. It’s a spectrum that can quietly creep up through cynicism, detachment, or even boredom. In the latest Tea Time with Talent Acquisition conversation, Dora Pasztor shares her personal experience of navigating burnout and the practical steps she’s used to recognise, prevent, and recover from it. 🔵 Why burnout isn’t always caused by stress... it can come from lack of challenge too. 🔵 How to spot your own burnout patterns and triggers early. 🔵 The role of values, reflection, and community in building resilience. 🔵 Practical tips to manage energy, set boundaries, and reconnect with purpose. I am not sure what Dora's magic trick is within this episode but before I knew it I was sharing my own experiences alongside her... this truly is an honest interaction that explores practicality instead of theory from two individuals, apart by distance experiencing similar things... reminding us that burnout isn’t the end, but a signal to pause, reflect, and realign. Feel free to find Dora here - Dora Pasztor | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Interview Training (that’s not boring) | 01 Sep 2025 | 00:52:19 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Receiving or delivering interview training is tough, not because the information is not important but all too often the training is generic, rushed, not seen as a priority and more of a tick box exercise. But Kasia Zadlo and the team at Upvest had a different approach that allowed them to tackle growth hiring without compromising on quality. In this deep dive conversation, Kasia shares... 🔵 How the team designed interview training tailored to their company. 🔵 How they identified hiring principals for what their goals were. 🔵 How they helped the team re-evaluate interviews and spot talent. 🔵 How to sell the company without selling. I loved this conversation for multiple reasons but the main one is that Kasia and her team actually lived through this. When the two of us first spoke about this topic, it was simply an idea that her team were considering... fast forward months of hard work and the recording and the examples shared and real, relevant and a testament to the changes they have made for the success they wanted. Lot's to unpack in this one! Feel free to find Kasia here - Kasia Zadlo | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Being Different with your Sourcing | 25 Aug 2025 | 00:51:57 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ A post has been circulating recently stating that Head hunters / Recruiters and Talent Acquisition professionals are not the same... that head hunters are the only specialists in our field that apparently know their niche... Click bait BS if you ask me or pretty much anyone of our guests, especially Magdalena Mikoda, Head of Talent. In her field, the Web3 space where the talent pool is limited she has to be different with her sourcing and this was the hot take in this episode. If you're curious about... 🔵 Community-led, human-centric sourcing 🔵 Using DAOs, Discord, Twitter Spaces, and conferences to find and engage talent 🔵 Trust and visibility in communities = better talent pipelines. 🔵 GitHub contributions and open projects Then tune in! Feel free to find Magdalena here - Magdalena Mikoda | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Evaluating Candidates for Success | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:43:02 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ We’re back with another season of Tea Time with Talent Acquisition and kicking it off is the brilliant Victor Gowrava from the team at Konux. In this episode, you’ll learn how Victor and his team approach structured evaluation processes in hiring to ensure fairness, consistency, all with reduced bias. We dive deep into... 🔵 How to build a structured interview and evaluation process 🔵 Ways to mitigate bias in hiring for fair and just outcomes 🔵 The importance of briefing sessions, transparency, and debriefing 🔵 Recruitment best practices for recruiters, talent acquisition specialists, and hiring managers If you're looking to improve your hiring process, recruitment strategy, and candidate experience, this episode is packed with actionable talent acquisition insights you can apply today. Feel free to find Victor here - Victor G | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Season 07 in Review | 30 Jun 2025 | 00:05:08 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ One of the best seasons of Tea Time to date. Fact. We discussed a lot, laughed along the way and learnt a ton at the same time! As we close out Season 07 and being half way through 2025, what is on the horizon I hear you ask? More opportunities for personal development as we bring even more learns in the coming weeks. Until then, subscribe and stay tuned, you won't want to miss what we have coming up! If you have an idea about a future topic which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to me here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating | |||
| The Rise of TAOps | 23 Jun 2025 | 00:35:58 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ TA Operations or TAOps, a rising trend or a short fad? Well according to many, not just our guest for this episode Josh Wingate, it is a growing and soon to be permanent fixture of the talent acquisition function... and for good reason.
This is what Josh and I discussed in the latest Tea Time episode, offering a window into real examples of where Josh has focused on TAOps and where the successes have been. There is a strong chance you are doing tasks already that fit into this new sub-section of talent acquisition, but now it's about shining a spotlight onto them, ready to help you drive deeper impact for those you support and your own career. Feel free to find Josh here - Josh Wingate | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Becoming More Adaptable as a Talent Specialist | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:35:16 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Ready for the understatement of the world... 3...2...1... Talent Acquisition has shifted these last years. Mind blown. As more teams create generalist recruiting teams, having the ability to hop between tasks and utilise different skills is increasingly important. So how can we continue to build our careers within the TA function and do so that makes us not only employable but ready to thrive! With this weeks guest Célia Sauthier we discussed all things skills. Looking at how you can reflect on your own skills and link them to tangible business results to better highlight your abilities when interviewing or pushing for that next level internally! Célia brings in her experience as a hiring manager within the talent field, offering a brilliant view into how she openly evaluates skills... a must listen! Feel free to find Célia here - Célia Sauthier | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Tech Hiring is Broken | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:44:43 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Hiring over the last years has changed dramatically and tech hiring is no different. Coming away from the viewpoint of talent acquisition or recruiters however, this week we explore the theme of tech hiring with Lead Engineer Elman Hüseynov. Elman shares a 'feet on the ground' perspective to tech hiring, offering us in talent and recruitment a clearer insight into how hiring managers are thinking...🔵 Missed clarity on what is actually needed before searching begins🔵 Long hiring processes that optimise for the wrong signals🔵 A sharp stance on AI usage and how this might be impacting hiring All this and more is discussed for which you can draw your own decision... is tech hiring broken? Feel free to find Elman here - Elman Hüseynov | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP | |||
| Not All Leaders Manage | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:42:49 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Not all leaders manage and not all managers lead... which means you do not need a team to manage, to lead. Inception level line that. In this Tea Time episode, Becca Collis breaks down at it's core what management and leadership are, and why knowing these can not only help your organisation but also your career. We explore the underlining skills and traits that make effective leaders so that we can start recognising in ourselves if we are ready to lead. Becca also offers insights into ways in which we can enhance our leadership skills even when not in a formalised role to do so. Some of the best leaders we know have never had a team in their life and some of the most questionable managers we know have had them for over a decade... the math is not mathing but we can take ownership of our careers to move ourselves closer to leadership if we choose. Feel free to find Becca here - Rebecca Collis | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Hiring Above The Job Description | 02 Jun 2025 | 00:45:31 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ You have likely heard of a 10x hire or maybe you even have a stakeholder that consistently asks you to seek out people who are working at a level above the outlined job description. Not because they are trying to be cheap or block someone's career but because they are being smart. Put it this way, not everyone wants to keep climbing the corporate ladder and as time goes on other interests take over and individuals might want to step back or sideways... but they posses knowledge and experience that could be vital for your companies growth. This is how Friedrich von Trott views hiring with his current business, one of the worlds most recognisable VCs. It's a challenge for sure attracting these talents but with the right approach and structure, worthwhile for everyone involved. This is the core of this episode, the HOW. Feel free to find Friedrich here - Friedrich von Trott | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Is the juice worth the squeeze… conversion rates! | 30 May 2025 | 00:49:26 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ How many times have you heard a vendor pitch their platform with the classic line: "You only need to make one placement, and it pays for itself"? Sigh. In this jam-packed episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Stephen Collopy to dive deep into Talent Ops, specifically through the lens of sourcing strategies. We explore how to assess where talent is flowing into organisations, identify bottlenecks, and most importantly, determine whether a real problem exists before jumping to solutions.A must-listen for leaders and individual contributors alike this episode will challenge the way you evaluate sourcing tools, helping you double down on what works and spend less time on what doesn’t. Feel free to find Stephen here - Stephen Collopy | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Laying The Foundations For Career Success | 19 May 2025 | 00:40:55 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ One of the best things about our careers is that they are truly and fully OURS. Which also means we are in control of having a 'reset' of our foundations every now and again. With me for this brilliant discussion is Joanna Pysden, Global Head of TA at SumUp. Using the extensive knowledge she has gained as a leader we explored how those in IC and Leading roles can support themselves and their teams to lay the right foundations, what we mean when we say that and what core skills she would highly suggest listeners explore! An episode that you can keep listening to over and over! Feel free to find Joanna here - Joanna Pysden | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| Mapping Your Talent Team | 05 May 2025 | 00:34:06 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Weather you're a talent leader today or an individual contributor there is something in this episode for all! Sitting down with the brilliant Giovanni Di Felice from the Statista team we explored the concept of skill mapping. Giovanni brings it to life from the viewpoint of a leader looking at understanding the makeup of a team and how we can use this to create tailored career plans but if we flip the script as individual contributors we can use the same method for our own careers. Skill mapping is incredibly important but it can be confusing as to what skills should we be looking at... the good news is Giovanni also covers this in part as well! Start to finish a packed conversation! Feel free to find Giovanni here - Giovanni Di Felice | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership | |||
| The role of the Hiring Manager within Talent Acquisition | 27 Apr 2025 | 00:37:03 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ What really is the role of the Hiring Manager within a recruiting process? Outside the obvious, say yes to the right person. But really, when you think of it and put yourself in their shoes, what is their responsibility to the process, the business, the candidate and to you as their recruiter. All this and more was discussed with the brilliant Martin Pauser-Cowman who has enjoyed an incredible career with the TA, HR and People space for one of the worlds most known search engines. Knowing the role of the hiring manager will not only help you appreciate the relationship more but also help build stronger partnership from the off, leading to better outcomes for the business and your career. Tune in and enjoy! Feel free to find Martin here - Martin Pauser-Cowman | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP | |||
| Building your own brand for a specific audience | 21 Apr 2025 | 00:45:06 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ A year after his first appearance, Sean Kennedy returns to the podcast to share how his personal branding has evolved by applying the principles he discussed during "1,000,000 Impressions Without Costing a Penny" - https://open.spotify.com/episode/72XX6NvFfxuYf69j5USZoq?si=SzqgBuR6RK2tJmdUAQbyUQ. In this follow-up conversation, we delve into the idea that our personal brand accompanies us as we change roles or organizations. This highlights the importance of developing not only an employer brand through social content, but also a personal brand that supports individual career growth. Sean has excelled at this without compromising his productivity at work. He has implemented a system that allows him to balance both aspects of branding during his workweek. With a goal of achieving 12,000,000 impressions by the end of 2025, his system is already delivering remarkable results, surpassing 30 MILLION impressions on LinkedIn within just the first four months of this year. This episode builds on his previous insights, showcasing how Sean continues to embody the strategies he advocated a year ago. He is living proof that they work. Use his method to find what works for you. Feel free to find Sean here - Sean Kennedy | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #socialmedia | |||
| Season 06 in Review | 17 Mar 2025 | 00:04:00 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ 9 more guests take on the Tea Time mic and bring their insights and knowledge for us all to learn! We have truly kicked off 2025 in style, looking into a range of topics but we are only just getting started. S07 is in motion and guests are being planned for S08. Subscribe and stay tuned, an exciting year of peer-to-peerlearning awaits. If you have an idea about a future topic which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to me here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! | |||
| Learning The Business | 10 Mar 2025 | 00:34:45 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Talk to anyone in the Talent, People, or HR space, and you'll quickly realise that truly understanding the business you support, not just its "sell" or core values, but the unique mechanics that drive its operations, makes you far more effective and impactful. Sounds obvious, right? In reality, it’s not always that simple. Factors like existing company structures, your role, and how decisions are made can make it more challenging to gain that deeper understanding. Sitting down with Sonita Uijt de Haag, SVP of People & Talent at Eye Security, to discuss how she has approached learning the ins and outs of both new and existing employers. She shares a tested blueprint for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of their organisation. Hint: You definitely should! Feel free to find Sonita here - Sonita Uijt de Haag | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| An honest review of TAs AI Journey | 03 Mar 2025 | 00:44:35 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Robots are here to take our jobs, wait no they're not, well someone else said they might? AI this AI that...With so much information about artificial intelligence it certainly feels overwhelming at times. Then bring it into the talent acquisition function and if like us, you have probably received more messages about 'game changing' tools than anything else these last years. The honest truth is that those that lean into AI and learn how to use it for the betterment of their job will flourish within their career and this is where Maria Victoria Zambrano comes in! Maria has shared her own journey into AI so far, not a completed journey but one of learning and development, offering insights into what has helped her manoeuvre through this information heavy topic. This is an episode to anyone looking to take those first steps into AI but not sure where to start! If you’re looking to expand the candidate experience and hire more aligned talent, this episode is a must-listen! Feel free to find Maria here - Maria Victoria Zambrano | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Going beyond ChatGPT and Prompts | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:50:46 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Over the last few years we have had a few talks about AI within recruitment and talent acquisition but Senior Global Talent Advisor, Hari Sarangam takes it a step further... Not talking about theory and ideas, but rather real practical AI examples that can become the starting block to you building your own AI Agents for personal or work life! Hari doesn't claim to be an AI Engineer or expert in developing agents, he is simply someone in our field with enthusiasm about what is happening to tech in general and as a result has taken it upon himself to explore AI past articles and videos with his own AI Agent that he gracefully talks us through during this packed episode. If you are unsure how to start building AI agents then this is for you. Feel free to find Hari here - Dr Hari Sarangam | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #AI #ChatGPT #promptengineering | |||
| Storytelling for Hiring | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:37:26 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Storytelling is one of the most underutilised and underdeveloped skills in talent acquisition, yet it holds incredible potential. Our latest guest, Francois Picaud, Head of Talent Acquisition at Atoss Software, believes it’s time for us all to tap into its power. And we couldn’t agree more! Understanding what drives job seekers and crafting a compelling narrative around the role, team, company, and vision can spark real interest. So why aren’t more of us doing it? Francois shares his perspective, drawing from his experience at #Apple, #Microsoft, and #Tesla where the brand story is already well-established, as well as at lesser-known organisations, where he’s had to uncover and shape the narrative with his team. If you’re looking to expand the candidate experience and hire more aligned talent, this episode is a must-listen! Feel free to find Francois here - Francois Picaud | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Sourcing on a Truly Global Scale | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:40:21 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ The rise of remote work and hiring has been both an opportunity and a challenge for talent teams. While geographic barriers have been removed, opening up access to talent in once-unreachable locations, sourcing effectively in these areas requires a new level of expertise. Darren Read leads a strategic sourcing unit at the BBC, tasked with finding niche talent worldwide for diverse stakeholders. In our brilliant conversation, he shares the real challenges of global sourcing, the unexpected hurdles he’s encountered, and key strategies to stay focused without feeling overwhelmed. Because let’s be honest, having the entire world as your talent pool doesn’t always make things easier! Feel free to find Darren here -Darren Read | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Creating the right relationship with candidates | 10 Feb 2025 | 00:35:45 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Being a recruiter or talent acquisition professional is one thing, but being one who proactively builds meaningful relationships with prospective candidates, regardless of the outcome, is something else entirely. And it’s something we should all strive for. In my conversation with Matthias Hecht, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at Bling!, we broke down how talent partners can make candidates feel truly heard during the screening process. He shared clear, actionable techniques that have shaped his approach and career success. Matthias also explored what it means to be an ambassador for our companies and, more importantly, how we can take the first steps toward becoming one. There’s a secret that top recruiters seem to share, and Matthias pinpoints it perfectly in this episode. Feel free to find Matthias here - Matthias Hecht | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Reading in-between the lines during an interview | 03 Feb 2025 | 00:49:11 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ How often do you ask a question in an interview and miraculously hear exactly what you want to? The job of a talent acquisition specialist is becoming increasingly more challenging and it is our responsibility to read between the lines of answers and determine if the person in front of us during the screening conversation is a more likely match for our organisation or not. With this responsibility comes a skill we must master. In this episode of Tea Time, the brilliant Felia Lohrmann takes us on a journey to uncover how we as talent professionals can better understand who we are speaking with on a deeper level, taking into consideration verbal and non verbal cues as well as ways in which they structure answers. Ready for some detective work? Feel free to find Felia here - Felia Lohrmann | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Strategically Build Stakeholder Relations | 27 Jan 2025 | 00:40:56 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Ask any successful recruiter about the key to their success, and chances are, relationship building will be high on the list. The ability to cultivate strong connections with various groups is a game-changer when done effectively. In this episode, Lyto Linardi, an exceptionally skilled recruiter and HR Business Partner shares insights on how to strategically build stakeholder relationships to enhance processes. Lyto breaks down the concept of strategically fostering stakeholder connections and explains how talent professionals can stay authentic while adapting their approach to suit different audiences. This skill has been a cornerstone of her success and is a common trait among top talent professionals. Mastering it can make your job 1,000 times easier! Feel free to find Lyto here - Lyto Linardi | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Data to Strive Diversity | 20 Jan 2025 | 00:39:00 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------
ED&I has been in the news a lot recently with some big tech companies pushing on with their agenda here whilst others taking a very strong step back...
In Jen Hulme's opinion we as talent leaders and professionals need to be putting EDI&I back on the long-term agenda for the companies we represent, utilising data correctly to highlight the real commercial impact such initiatives have on the wider scope.
During our brilliant discussion Jen shares not just the why but also the how. How she has worked with data throughout her career to re-position ED&I to shape strategies to achieve desired goals for organisations she has worked with.
The time is now to really bring this back into the light and I know the strategies and tactics Jen shares will help us on that journey.
Feel free to find Jen here - Jen Hulme | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #EDI #diversityandinclusion #diversity | |||
| Leading Talent Functions in 2025 and beyond! | 13 Jan 2025 | 00:44:28 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ It's a New Year and a new season of Tea Time with Talent Acquisition and what better way than to start with a brilliant chat I had with Edward Segond von Banchet, the Head of Talent Acquisition at Kuehne+Nagel. Coming from a truly impressive career that started all the way back in the late 90s, Edward has seen it all across Agency, RPO and Internal. He has worked across teams known all too well from Huawei, SAP, AT&S and now of course Kuehne+Nagel. As we begin the year Edward shared what Talent Leaders should be focusing on in January 2025 and beyond. We cover everything from reshaping the talent function and pipeline development to what technologies we could be using to our advantage. Leading a team? Then this episode is for you! Feel free to find Edward here - Edward Segond von Banchet | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Season 05 in Review | 16 Dec 2024 | 00:05:12 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ Once again we wrap up a brilliant season, this time it also marks the end of the year. In this season we had the chance to bring on another set of brilliant guests to share their knowledge to better the entire talent acquisition community. This year has been an incredible journey, we have seen monumental growth on the podcast despite a challenging year for our industry, words cannot truly express how grateful I am to every single person who tunes in to listen to Tea Time. We go again in 2025 with more guests! If you have an idea about a future topic which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to me here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! | |||
| Recruitment isn't broken | 09 Dec 2024 | 00:59:29 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ The conversation with this weeks guest, Tom Brown embodies one of the fundamental reasons behind this podcast. Where he might once have been seen as a competitor, he is now viewed as an ally, united in the common goal of finding the best talent—whether as a fractional TA, external recruiter, or internal team member. It is not an ‘us vs them’ but a ‘we’ for the greater good of the company. Going against the notion that Recruitment is Broken we explore the very reason why it in fact isn't. Tom also explores more about the the various recruiting models at a teams disposal shedding light on how throughout the upcoming years a collective approach to recruitment can be found when the aim is simple... to get the job done. Feel free to find Tom here - Tom Brown | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Strategic workforce planning | 01 Dec 2024 | 00:43:15 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ A returning guest to the podcast and my business partner at Peritus Partners, Jodi Barrow, is back with her expertise to tackle a topic we both believe deserves more attention: workforce planning—specifically, strategic workforce planning. But what exactly is strategic workforce planning?Over the next 40 minutes, Jodi unpacks the what, why, and how, introducing diverse hiring models you might not have considered before—models that could shape the way you and your team grow in the coming years. As Talent Acquisition specialists, Jodi also emphasises practical strategies you can implement to add value to your organisation and support strategic workforce planning even from a non managerial perspective. Tune in and discover actionable insights you won’t want to miss! Feel free to find Jodi here - Jodi Barrow | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Burnout in Recruitment: Reclaim your Energy! | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:38:07 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Having known Matt for over a decade, I was so excited when he agreed to join us as a guest on Tea Time with Talent Acquisition! Watching him develop as a recruiter has been one of the biggest joys in my own personal career so when he wanted to take a step back in the topic today and focus on burnout within recruitment, I leaned in to learn more. This is a very honest and raw discussion covering... 🔵 The importance of reconnecting your WORK to your WHY 🔵 Setting clear boundaries and routines to prevent burnout 🔵 Using reflection and renewal as part of performance and a lot lot more! Truly, thank you Matt for sharing your insights here and for anyone who might be experiencing burnout, please note my inbox is always open to speak.
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| Standing firm with Senior Managers | 25 Nov 2024 | 00:38:37 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Talent Acquisition is so much more than delivering resumes—it’s about partnership and collaboration. As Talent Acquisition professionals, we play a critical role in shaping the future of the companies we work with, working closely with Founders, Hiring Managers, and the broader organisation to navigate an ever-changing landscape. But what happens when hiring managers don’t quite see it that way—*yet*? In this episode, we speak with Adriana Hurduc, an accomplished Head of People and Talent with an impressive track record at GetYourGuide, Babbel, HelloFresh, Clue, and Cavalry Ventures. Together, we explore how Talent Acquisition professionals can stand their ground, showcase their value, and foster stronger collaboration. Adriana shares clear, actionable advice on navigating challenges and the risks we face if we don’t advocate for ourselves within our profession. Whether you're just starting out or have decades of experience, this episode has something for everyone. Feel free to find Adriana here - Adriana Hurduc | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Transitioning into a Strategic Talent Partner | 18 Nov 2024 | 00:40:46 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ If you are a repeat listener of the podcast you might have heard me and former guests talk about the true need for Talent Acquisition professionals to transition into Strategic Partners. You might have also gone out your own way to explore this topic in-depth. However no need to do that anymore as in this episode we cover it all, the WHY and HOW when it comes to transitioning into a strategic partner for your business. Drawing on the brilliant career of Senior Partner and Systemic HR Leader Irina Pelevina this can become your one stop shop to revert back to when you need. Feel free to find Irina here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/irina-pelevina/ ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| The Evolving Role of Talent Professionals | 10 Nov 2024 | 00:45:01 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ Ask 50 Talent Acquisition professionals what their job is at it's core, you would like to believe that they will all share the same answer but truth be told, there is a misalignment so let's peel it back. Spending time with Jasna, a dedicated Talent Acquisition Partner who began her journey in the field as an intern in 2016, she shares what her perception of the TA role is and how it has been evolving during her career. We talk about fluctuating markets, quality led hiring, steps individuals can take to lean into changes within their role and the ever hot topic #AI This is a brilliant recap of where we have come from as an industry and an honest overview of where we might be heading, ready to find out? Feel free to find Jasna here - Jasna Petrovic | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Strategic Sourcing | 04 Nov 2024 | 00:53:17 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ As recruiters and talent professional we spend a lot of time sourcing the right talent for the companies and openings we have... so why make our own jobs harder by not thinking about this element strategically! But what really is 'Strategic Sourcing'? João, a Senior Sourcing Partner with the scale-up Wolt shares exactly how he views this phrase and also takes us through how we can balance strategy with efficiency, where the candidate experience can be enhanced to favour this approach to sourcing and what service alignment means within the TA strategy! In our opinion, get this bit right and you will be well on your way to making yourself a true partner within the business which let's be honest, is where many of us want to be... to be seen as a partner and not a resource. Feel free to find João here - João Louza Brito | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Sourcing that Works | 28 Oct 2024 | 00:45:18 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ What happens when you take an experienced recruiter that has worked in contracts recruitment, embedded and internal and let them talk openly about sourcing methods and strategies? You get an incredible conversation that's what. Tapping into the brilliant mind of Dan Matthews we explored how recruiters can identify the right communication channels to get the best out of the hiring manager relationships, we covered advanced sourcing strategies that have worked best for him and his teams and we even looked into sourcing marathons (no running involved). This is a stacked episode from start to finish and one filled with some key takeaways I have already been implementing my side, thanks Dan! Feel free to find Dan here - Dan Matthews | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Are we progressing in the Talent field? | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:44:50 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ A twist in the podcast as within this episode we sit back and take stock of the talent industry at large and pose the broader question, are we really progressing as a field? Drawing on over 20 years of experience, Aleks Sibilia shares his honest view on the industry, leaving no topic untouched from how we are seen to our peers right down to are we even hiring the right people for what talent acquisition faces today and in the future. Thinking outside the box we then step into the unknown and Aleks poses a radical yet potentially game changing idea that might not be right for everyone but could certainly be the difference for some. Feel free to find Aleks here - Aleks Sibilia | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| The Craft of Interviewing | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:48:36 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ Mastering the art of interviewing is crucial for every successful recruiter. But how often do we pause to consider what truly defines a great interview? Sitting down with Milos, an expert with over 8 years of experience in talent acquisition. Milos has navigated the interview process across a range of companies and roles, both as an independent recruiter and as part of a team. Together, we explore what makes an interview truly effective, dive into practical techniques, and address the challenges recruiters face today and in the future when it comes to craft of interviewing. Feel free to find Milos here - Miloš Beronja | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Season 04 in Review | 09 Sep 2024 | 00:04:18 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ Season 04 has come to a close, another brilliant list of talks from some of the best minds in our industry covering a variety of topics to give you the competitive edge in our field! As always, a huge thank you for being part of this journey and to all our guests for sharing their knowledge! ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! | |||
| You’re Not Right for Every Candidate | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:30:44 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ As we close our 4 seasons of Tea Time with Talent Acquisition I thought I would give it a go at sharing a topic I am passionate about in this solo outing! Within this 30 minute episode I look to break down the true importance of a balanced process, how we can utilise data to make better hiring decisions, how you can build a pipeline better to become more efficient and introduce the idea of a co-op of companies! I had a lot of fun recording this, if you want to see more of this type of content, let me know! ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Making the Candidate Feel Comfortable Within a Hiring Process | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:36:39 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ We all seem to be looking into the direction of 'candidate experience' and rightfully so, but in this episode of Tea Time with Talent Acquisition, Meghan Murphy a dedicated HR/TA, Operational certified coach and LinkedIn 'Top Career Development Coach Voice' refocuses the lens toward why talent teams should be interested in ‘comfortability’ for candidates. Explaining what she means by this and laying out concrete examples on how we can do this today. I am a big fan of Meghan and it was a podcast highlight to have the chance to probe deeper into her knowledge, a lot to uncover in a shorter episode, be ready from the off! Feel free to find Meghan here - Meghan Murphy | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Ethics in AI Recruitment | 09 Jan 2026 | 00:47:00 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment ------------------------------ It's the start of a new season and a new year and what better way to kick off Tea Time S09 than discussing the topic of ethics in AI recruitment... Honestly, a topic I haven't seen too much about so when Astghik Gapoyan (Senior Talent Acquisition Manager) mentioned it, I was immediately hooked. AI is woven in so much of our lives but are we really thinking of the ethics behind it's usage, especially in the context of talent acquisition. This episode is more focused on getting you thinking that driving any certain action, it's about posing and pondering. It's one of those talks that I firmly believe should be front and centre of all our minds, especially in leadership roles. Watch, listen and enjoy! Feel free to find Astghik here - Astghik Gapoyan | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring #HR #HRBP #leadership #AI #Ethics | |||
| Organising Chaos First One In | 19 Aug 2024 | 00:58:53 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ Being the first talent specialist in can be a daunting task. You have all these ideas and aims to accomplish a lot but you need to find the balance between what you want and what the business needs. Sitting down with former colleague and Head of Talent Acquisition, Dave Gittings we peel back some key differences between joining an organisation that has an established talent function compared to one that needs it built. We then layout a blueprint exploring candidate experience, technology and retention offering tips if you find yourself in this position today. Having been trained by Dave personally, hearing how his career has expanded has been a true highlight as a podcast host. His experience is vast but deep when it comes to supporting start-ups really get the most out of the talent function. Tune in, learn what you can and good luck with your set-up. Feel free to find Dave here - Dave Gittings | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Quiet Quitting Prevention | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:36:57 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ 'Quiet Quitting is an informal term for the practice of reducing the amount of effort one devotes to one’s job, such as by stopping the completion of any tasks not explicitly stated in the job description.' This is driven by many factors as shared by Svetlana Archakova, a certified Neurointegration Trainer and experienced People Partner. But like all hurdles, when approached correctly we can actively avoid or overcome them as a team! Bringing in her knowledge as a Neurointegration expert we break down how organisations can prioritise the mental health of it's employees for future success. A brilliant conversation and one that should be front and centre of all our minds within the talent community. Feel free to find Svetlana here - Svetlana Archakova | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Makings of a TA Manager | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:43:49 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Lamont, Senior Recruiter, to expand on her insightful talk from We Are Developers 2024. Amanda shares her unique perspectives on what defines a successful Talent Acquisition Leader. Drawing from her experience as both an individual contributor and a leader, Amanda delves into the core pillars that elevate talent leaders to the top of their field. This episode is a must-listen for anyone at a career crossroads, uncertain whether to continue as an individual contributor or step into a leadership role. Amanda also offers several actionable steps for those who feel ready to pursue this path after listening! Feel free to find Amanda here - Amanda Lamont | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||
| Challenging the business from the TA function | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:44:21 | |
Tea Time with Talent Acquisition is proudly sponsored by Peritus Partners - Peritus Partners - Next Generation Recruitment Check out the TalentAcquisition GPT and learn from the best minds in our field - https://chat.openai.com/g/g-ihJz0jJ0B-talentacquisitiongpt ------------------------------ If you're not considering how to position yourself as a business partner in your talent acquisition role, you might be missing a crucial career opportunity and risk falling behind. Being a true business partner goes beyond simply placing the right people in the right positions. It involves challenging the business on decision-making processes, using data to support your ideas, and fostering meaningful connections with stakeholders to elevate the talent acquisition function. In this episode, we delve into these topics with Fuat, the Head of Talent Acquisition Europe at Qcells. Tune in to learn how to advance toward becoming a business partner, and if you're already on that path, discover strategies to strengthen your role and continue your journey! Feel free to find Fuat here - Fuat Bozkurt | LinkedIn ------------------------------ If you find this topic interesting or have an idea about a future topic in which either you would like to speak yourself or would like us to cover, please reach out to the host, Eden here - Eden Whitcomb | LinkedIn Thank you for supporting our project, if you liked what you heard then we would appreciate if you could drop us a review or rating! #podcast #recruitment #talentacquisition #hiring | |||