Podcast
The Staffing Ring
Hosted by Ringover Podcasts · ENGLISH
Welcome to The Staffing Ring, the podcast where the gloves come off, and we go deep into the best practices and tactics, and bring you actionable insights for how staffing and recruiting agencies are winning today”.
Why?
Too many Staffing Agency teams are struggling.
They’re trying to hit goals and maintain a healthy pipeline. At the same time working out how AI, Automation, Analytics...... fit into their plans.
Who?
We can't think of a more pressing time for Staffing Software providers, industry communities, and agency leaders to come together and unite.
That’s why we’re interviewing the best leaders and practitioners from across the Staffing and Recruitment industry; to leave no stone unturned to help you succeed in your agency.
What?
The Staffing Ring is no ordinary series.
This isn't a cheesy promotional campaign.
Now is the time to ‘take the gloves off’, to ‘get into the ring’
No fluff. Not vanilla. Real dialogue. Actionable insights.
Now?
So, if you’re a staffing agency leader of recruiter wanting to improve and scale your client business development and candidate engagement, and want to learn about the very best communication tools and tactics, you’ll can find a wealth of insights and practical takeaways
We look forward to seeing you inside The Staffing Ring!
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Unlocking Recruitment Potential with Data Enrichment with Ara Shikhalislami
Feb 500:26:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Jason Lawson interviews Ara Shikhalislami from PitchMe, discussing the importance of data enrichment in recruitment. They explore how PitchMe helps staffing companies keep their databases updated, the role of automation, and the impact of enriched data on recruitment processes.Links to Books, Podcasts, Tools, Events:"Work Life" Podcast by Adam Grant https://adamgrant.net/podcasts/work-life/Social Media and Website Links:Ara on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/ara-shikhalislami/Contact Ara on email ara@pitchme.coChapters00:00:46 Importance of Data Enrichment00:03:06 Challenges in Recruitment00:07:08 Automation in Recruitment00:09:23 Unexpected Benefits of Enriched Data00:11:11 Assessing Database Quality00:13:46 Opportunities with Updated Data00:18:07 Future of RecruitmentHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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The Future of Recruitment Marketing with Matt Comber
Jan 2100:25:32Tap to summarizeSummaryIn this conversation, Matt Comber emphasizes the critical need for marketing professionals to focus on financial visibility and return on investment (ROI). He argues that while clicks are important, the ultimate goal should be understanding where money is being spent and how it is returning value. Comber advocates for marketers to enhance their financial skills to better analyze and manage marketing expenditures, ensuring that every agency owner and finance manager has a clear view of their marketing effectiveness.Chapters00:32 Building on Past Successes01:02 Challenges and Solutions in Recruitment Marketing02:35 The Role of Brand in Recruitment05:11 Support and Differentiation08:57 Brand-Led Marketing and Awareness14:49 Revenue Attribution and Financial Literacy18:58 Upcoming Products and InnovationsLinks to Books, Podcasts, Tools, Events:Hisham Azouz's podcastBooks"The Sales Acceleration Formula" by Mark Robergehttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24953002-the-sales-acceleration-formula"Traction" (related to the Entrepreneurial Operating System)https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18886376-tractionSocial Media and Website Links:Matt on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcomber/Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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Bridging Gaps in Recruitment Strategies with Ben Browning
Dec 1600:25:55Tap to summarizeSummaryBen Browning explores the intersection of performance psychology and recruitment. The episode explores the gaps in the recruitment market, the four key elements of a successful business development strategy, and the importance of mindset in sales. Learn about the tools and frameworks necessary for continuous improvement, and hear Ben introduce the Million Dollar Blueprint program, designed to help recruitment consultants double their billings. TakeawaysClarity, precision, campaigns, and conversion are key to business development.Sales is about empowering and inspiring others to take action.Mindset is crucial for recruiters to embrace their role in sales.Understanding client problems is essential for effective recruitment.Continuous improvement requires clear processes and data-driven decisions.The Million Dollar Blueprint helps consultants double their billings.Sales assets like templates and frameworks are vital for success.Chapters02:45 Identifying Market Gaps in Recruitment05:39 The Four Key Elements of Business Development08:16 Mindset and Clarity in Sales11:09 Understanding Client Problems13:58 Tools and Frameworks for Continuous Improvement16:54 The Million Dollar BlueprintLinksBooks:"Good to Great" by Jim Collins https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/76865.Good_to_Great"Gap Selling" by Keenan https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42686460-gap-selling?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_23"Eat Their Lunch" by Anthony Iannarino https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38820051-eat-their-lunch?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_38"The Transparency Sale" by Todd Caponi https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42847045-the-transparency-sale?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_39Podcasts:"Recruiting Better" hosted by Ben Browning, available on YouTube, Spotify, and other platforms.https://www.beresonant.co.uk/recruiting-better-podcast/Websites:Ben's website: https://www.beresonant.co.uk/Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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Beyond Spreadsheets: Automating Commissions for Agency Growth with Carl Jones, Konquest
Dec 1000:26:32Tap to summarizeCarl Jones, founder and CEO of Konquest, the leading commission software for staffing and recruiting, discusses how agencies can transform their commission plans to drive performance. He shares insights from the Recruiter Commission Census, highlighting the rise of thresholds and layered schemes, and emphasizes the importance of aligning commission structures with business goals. Parts Index (Timed Structure):00:42 - 02:18: The pain point Konquest solves03:30 - 06:20: Key insights from the Recruiter Commission Census07:57 - 10:29: Addressing why 75% of agencies have commission issues12:41 - 14:09: How Konquest influences future actions and discretionary effort.18:10 - 20:10: Viewing commission as an incentive, not just a cost21:56 - 23:38: The importance of product market fit and staying close to customers.Key Highlights:Commissions as a Strategic Lever: Commissions are not just a cost but a critical tool that impacts both profitability and revenue trajectory, deserving serious attention and regular review (at least annually).Recruiter Commission Census Insights: The census reveals a substantial increase in the application and size of commission thresholds (now in the majority of agencies) and a significant rise in "layered schemes" (multiple commission components), which Carl advocates as best practice.The "Why" Behind Commission Problems: 75% of agencies admit to commission issues due to a lack of scientific rigor, data, and confidence in decision-making, often leading to unreviewed, outdated structures.Product Market Fit: Carl emphasizes the ongoing importance of product market fit for business growth, fundraising, and mental health, and the need to continually stay close to customers and problems.Links to Books, Podcasts, Tools, Events:Recruiter Commission Census: Available for free download on the Konquest website https://konquest.io/resources Social Media and Website Links:Carl Jones' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-jones-66093722/Konquest Website: https://konquest.io/ (resources section available with high-value assets)Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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Masterclass in Recruitment Training with Jamie Burrows
Dec 100:25:57Tap to summarizeIn this masterclass, Jamie Burrows explores the intricacies of developing high-performing recruiters and managers. Explore the journey of a recruiter, the essential traits of high performers, and the importance of structured training, mentoring, and coaching. Jamie shares valuable insights on the expectations for recruiters and the necessity of measuring return on investment in training initiatives.Chapters05:35 High-Performance Traits in Recruitment07:56 Training vs. Mentoring vs. Coaching10:59 Effective Onboarding for Rookie Recruiters13:22 The Role of Billing Managers16:20 Preparing for the Future of Recruitment19:01 Quickfire Insights and RecommendationsMedia LinksBooks:To Sell Is Human by Daniel Pink https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13593553-to-sell-is-humanNever Split the Difference by Chris Voss https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26156469-never-split-the-differencePodcasts:Amplifying Recruitment by Jamie Burrows https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/amplifying-recruitment-learn-grow-lead/id1787699795The Chris Voss Show https://thechrisvossshow.com/Websites and Social MediaJamie Burrows on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-burrows-training/Jamie Burrows - Training for Recruiters https://jamieburrows.net/Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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Navigating the Staffing Landscape with AI with Steven Farrell
Dec 100:32:23Tap to summarizeSummarySteven Farrell, COO of Your Employment Solutions, discusses the importance of building a culture of service and accountability, and the impact of technology and AI on the staffing industry. Steven shares insights on measuring success with AI tools, the future of staffing, and the skills leaders need to thrive in a changing environment. The conversation concludes with recommended resources and final thoughts on the importance of clarity in operations.Chapters05:17 Operational Excellence in Staffing09:08 The Role of Technology in Staffing12:30 AI's Impact on Recruitment16:22 Measuring Success in AI Recruitment19:53 Future of Staffing and Leadership23:24 Final Thoughts and RecommendationsLinksWebsites: Your Employment Solutions: youremploymentsolutions.comSteven Farrell Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/farrellsteven/Podcasts:The Staffing Playbook podcast https://www.youremploymentsolutions.com/the-staffing-playbook-podcast/The All-In Podcast https://allin.com/Books: The One Page Marketing Plan by Allan Dibhttps://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/41943000-the-1-page-marketing-planHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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Digital Transformation in Staffing: Insights and Actions
Oct 2800:30:15Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Jack Copeland discusses the evolution of StaffingFuture, a lead generation platform for staffing agencies, and how agency founders can evaluate their digital presence and future-proof their businesses. He emphasizes the importance of digital transformation, automation, and a strong online presence for staffing agencies to thrive in a competitive market.Parts Index (Timed Structure):00:00 The Genesis of StaffingFuture02:40 Navigating the Impact of COVID-1905:42 Understanding StaffingFuture's Offerings08:24 Driving ROI Through Digital Transformation13:55 Differentiating in a Competitive Market16:53 Evaluating Your Digital Presence19:41 Future-Proofing Your Staffing AgencyKey Highlights:A strong digital presence is crucial for staffing agencies.Lead generation is at the core of StaffingFuture's offerings.Automation can significantly enhance recruitment processes.Links to Books, Podcasts, Tools, Events:Book: "Who Moved My Cheese?" by Spencer Johnson https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/77231Tools: Staffing Engine https://staffingengine.ai/Staffing Referrals https://staffingreferrals.com/Social Media and Website Links:Jack Copeland on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackacopeland/StaffingFuture Website: staffingfuture.comHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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Building Trust in Healthcare Staffing
Oct 1600:20:29Tap to summarizeSummaryIn this conversation, Rich Smith, co-Founder and CMO of Atlas MedStaff, discusses the importance of focusing on travelers in healthcare staffing. He shares insights on building a strong company culture, the significance of transparency and community, and the balance between technology and human interaction. Rich emphasizes the need for trust and personal connections in the industry, while looking ahead to the future of healthcare staffing and automation.Chapters02:53 The Atlas Way: Focusing on the Traveler05:34 Building a Community: The Atlas Life08:13 Balancing Technology and Human Touch11:02 Future of Healthcare Staffing: Embracing AI14:01 Final Thoughts and InsightsKey HighlightsTransparency in communication builds trust with travelers.Community engagement is key to the brand's identity.AI and automation should enhance, not replace, human interaction.Travelers appreciate honesty and follow-through from recruiters.Rich believes in the importance of company culture in marketing.Building a lifestyle brand around travel healthcare is a unique approach.Personal connections in staffing are irreplaceable.Links to any books, podcasts, tools, events‘Off the Clock and On the Record’ podcast, by Atlas MedStaffhttps://www.youtube.com/@AtlasMedStaff/podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/on-the-clock-off-the-record/id1825873755Social media and website linkshttps://atlasmedstaff.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/richsmith37/Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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The Future of Technology in Staffing with Tim Ratliff, Senior Director of Technology and Innovation at Skillwork
Sep 2900:33:03Tap to summarizeSummaryIn this conversation, Tim Ratliff, Senior Director of Technology and Innovation at Skillwork, shares insights on adapting corporate experience to a small business, evaluating technology needs, balancing technology with human interaction, and monitoring technology adoption. Tim emphasizes the importance of understanding pain points in the staffing process and the future opportunities for technology in enhancing client and candidate engagement.Chapters02:47 Adapting Corporate Experience to a Small Business05:30 Evaluating Technology Needs and Implementation07:29 Balancing Technology and Human Interaction10:27 Monitoring Technology Adoption and ROI12:55 Future Opportunities in Staffing Technology15:46 Advice and Personal Insights from TimKey HighlightsUnderstanding the need for technology is crucial before implementation.Employee feedback is essential in identifying pain points.Technology should enhance, not replace, human interaction.Monitoring technology adoption is vital for assessing effectiveness.ROI can be measured in employee satisfaction, not just dollars.The staffing industry must focus on both talent and client engagement.Future opportunities lie in improving communication and feedback mechanisms.Links to any books, podcasts, tools, eventsThe Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement, by Eliyahu M. Goldratt and Jeff Coxhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/113934.The_GoalSkunk Works: A Personal Memoir of My Years at Lockheed, by Ben R. Rich and Leo Janoshttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/101438.Skunk_WorksSocial media and website linksSkillwork at skillwork.comTim Ratliff on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiratliff/Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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From Referrals to Results: Boosting Staffing Success with David Folwell, President of Staffing Referrals
Sep 900:22:28Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, David Folwell discusses the evolution and significance of staffing referrals, emphasizing the need for automation and systematic approaches in referral programs. He outlines the core elements of a successful referral program, the importance of measuring ROI, and shares success stories from the staffing industry.TakeawaysA strong company culture is essential for a successful referral program.Referral programs should be standardized and well-communicated.Dual-sided referral bonuses can increase referral placements by 20%.Measuring ROI in referral programs is crucial for success.Referrals often lead to longer contract durations for candidates.Differentiation in marketing strategies is key for staffing firms.Chapters02:56 Understanding the Importance of Referral Programs05:27 Building a Successful Referral Program08:17 Measuring ROI and Success Stories11:17 Future Trends in Staffing and Referrals13:51 Marketing Principles for Staffing FirmsSocial media LinksDavid Folwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/folwell/Staffing Referrals https://staffingreferrals.com/Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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