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scalr sagecast
Hosted by Matt Woodard, scalr · EN
Welcome to the scalr sagecast - bite-sized wisdom for ambitious business minds.
Every week, we bring you inspiring stories and hard-won wisdom from a different business leader so get ready to learn, grow and scale your success!
The scalr sagecast is proudly brought to you by scalr, a talent advisory headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
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scalr sagecast - #36 - Peter Scott - Innovation in a Highly Competitive Market
Jan 20, 202500:27:50Tap to summarizeSend us a textToday’s guest is Sapia.ai's Head of Product, Peter Scott. Having started his career as a Systems Administrator, Peter found his passion for creating and building products by chance. He followed this passion and, having led Product teams for many scaling tech businesses, now leads Sapia.ai's charge to revolutionise hiring processes through modern AI tooling. Sapia.ai aim to help organisations make smarter, fairer and faster hiring decisions. They bring a human approach to video interviewing, something traditional tools are often criticised for not doing. In this episode, we explore Peter’s journey, discuss his insights on AI in hiring and discuss the evolving landscape of talent acquisition. He’ll share his thoughts on trends for 2025 and the biggest lessons he's learned on the way. During our discussion, Peter identified the following books as being hugely valuable to his learning and growth so far: Inspired / Empowered / Transformed by Marty CaganProduct Management In Practice by Matt LeMayContinuous Discovery Habits by Teresa TorresBuild (An Unorthodox Guide to Making Things Worth Making) by Tony FadellThis is a conversation packed with actionable advice and cutting-edge perspectives.The scalr sagecast is proudly brought to you by scalr, a recruitment and talent advisory business headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Want to identify potential gaps in your current TA process? Take the free TA Readiness Scorecard or reach out to the team for a free 30-minute discussion.
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scalr sagecast - #35 - Anthony Lakkis - Building a Business While Prioritising Mental Health
Jan 13, 202500:22:38Tap to summarizeSend us a textToday’s guest, Anthony Lakkis, is a shining example of how necessity can inspire success. Over the last few years, Anthony has not only learnt a new trade but also built his business, HighNote Marketing, to an impressive size, navigating the challenges with focus and determination.Known as a "Master Delegator," Anthony excels at optimising results by honing in on his strengths and empowering those around him. His leadership style is a blend of efficiency and empathy, with a strong commitment to maintaining work-life balance and positive mental health - a balance that many business leaders aspire to achieve.Anthony’s journey is one of resilience, self-awareness and innovation. In this episode, we’ll uncover how he has transformed challenges into opportunities, his approach to leadership and the systems he relies on to sustain success for himself and his team.He also shares actionable tips on developing an effective digital marketing plan and offers his perspective on how the market is set to evolve in the coming years.Anthony credits The Four Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss as a transformative read, one that has profoundly influenced his approach to work and life—making it a must-read for anyone looking to optimise their time and energy.This is a conversation packed with insight, inspiration, and practical advice. Let’s dive in!The scalr sagecast is proudly brought to you by scalr, a recruitment and talent advisory business headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Want to identify potential gaps in your current TA process? Take the free TA Readiness Scorecard or reach out to the team for a free 30-minute discussion.
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scalr sagecast - #34 - Ronan Leonard - Ethical Outsourcing
Jan 6, 202500:26:27Tap to summarizeSend us a textHappy New Year! We're back with a bang in 2025. Here's to a positive and productive year ahead!On this week's episode, we’re joined by the wonderful, Ronan Leonard, whose journey is as diverse as it is inspiring. Ronan thrives on learning and growth - he's read over 500 books in the last eight years, which speaks volumes (pun fully intended!) about his dedication to continuous improvement.He’s a lifelong learner and a mentor with a heart. Through his involvement with Mentoring Men, he’s played a pivotal role in guiding and supporting others.Before entering the business world, Ronan had a unique career running a casino, which no doubt taught him a thing or two about high-stakes decision-making and human behaviour. These days, he channels his passion for ethics and impact into his business, Intelligent Resourcing. This outsourcing organisation helps companies hire top talent in the Philippines, built on principles of ethical and sustainable practices.We’ll explore Ronan’s fascinating story, discuss his unique insights into outsourcing, and discuss what it takes to build a business with purpose. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!The scalr sagecast is proudly brought to you by scalr, a recruitment and talent advisory business headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Want to identify potential gaps in your current TA process? Take the free TA Readiness Scorecard or reach out to the team for a free 30-minute discussion.
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scalr sagecast - #33 - Chris Long - Predictions in Talent for 2025
Dec 16, 202400:34:02Tap to summarizeSend us a textTo steal a quote from one of my favourite films, Groundhog Day, this week's guest is, "Punxsutawney Chris, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators and Talent Prophet Extraordinary...".Chris Long has been in the talent industry for over 25 years, even starting when fax machines (remember them, kids?!) were a central part of a recruitment agency's toolkit. Fast forward to today, where he works at the cutting edge of innovation and is an in-demand speaker at talent conferences around the globe. His presentations about the future of work and how to integrate new technology into existing tech stacks leave audiences wowed and inspired in equal measure. An avid reader and student of his craft, Chris launched his consultancy, Elev8, in 2019 to help organisations with digital transformation and total workforce planning. We spoke about his early career in the cut-throat late-90s UK recruitment market, where his passion for new technology came from and what talent trends are we likely to see in 2025.Punxsutawney Phil, the weather-predicting groundhog, was accurate 39% of the time. Chris, on the other hand, tends to get it right a lot more regularly, making this conversation well worth a listen. Chris' recommendation for new tech to try out is Google's NotebookLM, an AI-powered research tool that helps users understand complex information. Enjoy!The scalr sagecast is proudly brought to you by scalr, a recruitment and talent advisory business headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Want to identify potential gaps in your current TA process? Take the free TA Readiness Scorecard or reach out to the team for a free 30-minute discussion.
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scalr sagecast - #32 - Paola Piccinno - Unlocking The Power of Account Based Marketing
Dec 9, 202400:27:15Tap to summarizeSend us a textDid you know? B2B companies with Account-Based Marketing (ABM) programs experience 38% higher sales win rates, 91% larger deal sizes, and achieve 24% faster revenue growth.A well-defined marketing strategy, executed by a seasoned professional, is essential for achieving impactful results.This week, I had the privilege of speaking with Paola Piccinno, a fractional marketing expert who helps global organisations refine their long-term go-to-market strategies through the power of Account-Based Marketing (ABM).With a marketing career spanning two decades, Paola has perfected the art of identifying business challenges and delivering tailored solutions that drive measurable outcomes.In this episode, Paola dives into:What ABM really is and how to build a winning strategy.The key elements that define effective ABM programs.Emerging trends and opportunities are set to shape the ABM landscape in 2025.This was an interesting insight into a growing and highly effective approach to B2B marketing. Paola’s expertise shines through as she shares actionable advice for businesses looking to align their marketing and sales efforts to drive growth.In terms of learning, Paola highly recommends checking out her favourite book, Blindness by Jose Saramago, and podcast, The Winning Mentality by Charlie Boscoe.The scalr sagecast is proudly brought to you by scalr, a recruitment and talent advisory business headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Want to identify potential gaps in your current TA process? Take the free TA Readiness Scorecard or reach out to the team for a free 30-minute discussion.
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