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Articles by Louise Triance
The Rise of Candidate Identity Fraud: What Every Recruiter Needs to Know
You already know something has shifted in remote hiring. The candidate on the video call answers a little too smoothly. The camera stays off “for bandwidth reasons.” The person who shows up on day one doesn’t quite match the person who interviewed three weeks earlier. For years those were odd exceptions, the kind of thing you’d mention to a colleague over coffee and forget by lunch. Not anymore.
Why We Don't Talk About Pro Bono Work in Recruitment Like We Do in Law
Why Don’t We Talk About Pro Bono Work in Recruitment Like We Do in Law? Andy Dunne’s LinkedIn post got me thinking. When we hear “pro bono work”, we often associate it with lawyers providing free legal services to those in need. Law firms have structured programs, and many bar associations encourage or even mandate a certain amount of pro bono work. But in the recruitment industry, pro bono work doesn’t get nearly the same level of discussion or visibility. Why is that?
Beyond Branding: Unlocking the True Potential of Your Recruitment Website
A recruitment website should be more than just an online presence. It has the potential to attract candidates, streamline applications, and support business growth. Yet, many agencies underuse this resource. Wave‘s Luis Cajao explores how a recruitment website can reach its full potential when seamlessly integrated into daily recruitment operations and long-term strategy.
Wave - The hidden side of your recruitment website - Not just a branding checkbox - VIDEO Copy
This week Louise was joined by guest speaker, Dave Jenkins, Founder and CEO of Wave.
What's Next for AI Recruiting in 2025 - VIDEO Copy - UK Recruiter
This week Louise was joined by guest speaker, Matthew Dewstowe, Director of Product at Daxtra Technologies.
Recruitment Agency Expo, ExCeL London on 18-19 March 2025
In just four weeks, Recruitment Agency Expo returns to ExCeL London on 18-19 March. I did a video on LinkedIn yesterday talking about the programme. Whether you’re looking to scale your agency, streamline operations, or stay ahead of industry trends, this is the event where recruitment leaders come to grow and it’s totally free to attend.
The Future of Recruitment: How Automation Can Transform Your Hiring Process
This new year is predicted to remain a competitive job market with the challenges of talent shortages and increasing demands from candidates meaning recruitment agencies must find ways to create a more seamless hiring process. Leveraging technology to cut out wasted time and effort is no longer optional — it’s essential.
Recruitment Smarts #1162
Louise has put together a recommended reading list for recruiters for 2025. The mix of books is made up of those that she has either read herself or has been regularly recommended. Including The Robot-Proof Recruiter, Candidate Experience: How to Improve Talent Acquisition to Drive Business Performance and Automatic Recruitment Agency: Scale to Seven Figures While Working Less, check out the full list and links to where to buy them on her blog.
8 Books Every Recruiter Should Read in 2025
For 2025 I’ve got a mix of books that I have either read myself or have been regularly recommended.
The January Rebound: Why the New Year Sparks Recruitment Success
As the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve and the world ushers in January, the recruitment industry anticipates the awakening from its December slumber. The start of the year is a pivotal moment for recruiters, employers, and job seekers alike, filled with fresh ambitions and a renewed focus on opportunities.
5 Reasons to Post Your Jobs to Your Recruitment Website
Data from Wave’s Candidate Attraction Playbook has shown that job boards continue to dominate when it comes to job posting percentages. However, as a cost-free and hugely beneficial option, Wave’s Emily Buckley details why posting jobs to your website should be common practice as part of your overall job advertising strategy. The recruitment industry is a complex machine but at its heart is a central goal – placing the right people in the right jobs.
Maximizing Your Funding Solutions
This week Louise Triance was joined by guest speakers Peter Felix and Jason Sedgwick of Sonovate, chatting about ‘Maximizing Funding Solutions to Compete As An Enterprise Recruitment Agency.’
ZOHO RECRUIT - From Data to Decisions - Making AI your Strategic Hiring Partner - VIDEO Copy
This week Louise Triance was joined by guest speaker Kruthi Pranesh, Product Marketing Manager from Soho Recruit, chatting about ‘Data to Decisions – Making AI your Strategic Hiring Partner .’
Recruitment Smarts #1127
Having seen an article from Undercover Recruiter about Boots requiring a return to office for their non-customer facing roles, we were intrigued to know whether recruiters are noticing any significant difference between positions offering remote work versus those requiring full in-office attendance. So we set up a poll on LinkedIn to find out. Let us know in the poll and do tell us your thoughts.
Mastering the Chaos of Shift Based Recruitment
This week Louise Triance was joined by guest speaker David Haithiramani from Talisman, chatting about ‘Mastering the Chaos of Shift Based Recruitment.’
How to Cut-Through the Noise of Recruitment Technology
This week Louise Triance was joined by guest speaker Erika Clifford from Just Recruit chatting about ‘How to Cut-Through the Noise of Recruitment Technology.’
Simplicity Celebrates 20 Years of Innovation and Success in the Recruitment Industry
Simplicity, a market-leading provider of recruitment funding and back-office solutions, proudly commemorates its 20th anniversary in business. Established in 2004 by visionary founder David Thornhill, Simplicity has revolutionised the recruitment landscape with innovative financial services tailored to the industry’s unique needs.
Where, When & What: the 3 pillars of candidate attraction
Successful candidate attraction involves multilayered strategies, a fully integrated tech stack, reliable data, and of course skilful human recruiting. But what it boils down to are 3 pillars. Wave’s Emily Buckley investigates the Where, When and What that are the cornerstones of candidate attraction. Candidate attraction isn’t as simple as writing an ad, posting it out to all the big job boards and hoping for the best.
How To Set Up A Temporary Staffing Agency
Considering launching your own temporary staffing agency? Perhaps you like the idea of being your own boss or maybe you’re drawn to how much the industry is growing. Whatever your motivations, starting a temporary staffing agency is an exciting and potentially very rewarding venture. When launched and managed appropriately, a staffing agency has the potential to rapidly grow to be very successful. Read the full blog from New Millenia to find out more.
Optimising the Recruitment Funnel with Psychometric Testing
Finding the right talent can feel like navigating a complex maze. With a constant influx of applicants, choosing the best fit requires a strategic approach. Orderly recruitment funnels can help in this process, and within them lies a valuable tool: psychometric testing. Understanding the Recruitment Funnel Imagine a funnel where a broad pool of potential candidates enters at the top. Each stage acts as a filter, narrowing down the pool to identify the most suitable individuals.
Client Risk and how to protect your recruitment business
This week Louise Triance was joined by guest speaker Emma Puddle of Simplicity In Business chatting about client risk and how you can protect your recruitment business.
What's the Most Impressive Business I've Built?
‘What’s the most successful business you’ve set up?’ is something that Rhys Jones of Davidson Gray gets asked a lot. There’ no simple answer. Success means different things to different people and will vary greatly according to your business’s aims. Understanding what makes your business a success requires you to know what you want out of it before you set it up. In this video, he looks at some of the ways that you can define success in your startup.
How Hybrid Working is Reshaping the World of Work
Flexible working continues to evolve and hybrid appears to be emerging as king. Wave’s Emily Buckley looks at the flexible working journey, how it affects candidate attraction and retention, and what the future is for the way we work. Prior to the pandemic, flexible working was fairly rare outside part-time or job share roles and even they tended to be requested by employees rather than advertised. As for working in a location other than your place of work, that was incredibly rare.
Unlock Revenue with Social Recruiting
On Recruitment Smarts Live last week, I was joined by Krisitn Molin of Adway chatting about Recruitment and staffing and how to unlock revenue with social recruiting.
Harnessing Ex-Military Talent: A Strategic and Tax-Efficient Approach to Addressing Skill Shortages in the UK Workforce
This is a guest post from Fleur Linkman, Director of Workforce Battalion, a specialised agency in Ex-Military Recruitment. Tapping into the diverse skill sets of ex-military personnel cannot be overstated. This article delves into the unique advantages that veterans bring to the UK workforce. In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and shifting economic landscapes, talent acquisition has become a critical challenge for businesses, particularly in the United Kingdom.
Strategies for Scaling Your Recruitment Agency
On Recruitment Smarts Live last week, I was joined by Gemma Powell and Vincent Seddon of Simplicity. We spoke about Unlocking Growth: Strategies for Scaling Your Recruitment Business & Maximising Profitability.
Recruitment Agency Expo 2024
Registration is now open for the UK’s leading exhibition and conference for recruitment agency leaders! Are you coming to Recruitment Agency Expo 2024? It’s THE meeting place for the UK’s recruitment industry – and it’s all happening at ExCeL London on 19th and 20th March.
AI and Recruitment - Friend or Foe? - VIDEO Copy
On Recruitment Smarts Live last week, I was joined by Barny Ritchley of CV Library, discussing AI and Recruitment and is it your friend or foe?
If you only buy one mug for the recruiter in your life
After the success of my LinkedIn poll I’ve ordered a small batch of mugs. I’ve only got 10 from each design available so if you want one, move fast as this is a one-0ff festive special! They are £11 + postage, delivered in time for the big day. Pick the mug you want and send me an email so I can confirm the postage and what design you want – and then you’ll pay by Paypal. Delivery only to the UK I’m afraid. Designs available: I am not a robot Trust me I’m a recruiter F**king amazing recruiter Eat.
Why your talent pool could be the most underutilised weapon in your arsenal
Talent pools are one of the most valuable assets a recruiter has and yet they are hugely underused. As a repository of candidates that have been motivated to apply for jobs and that you have deemed qualified, they are a gold mine in the race to place. Wave’s Emily Buckley explains why talent pools should play an essential part in your candidate attraction strategy and details how to make the most of them.
Recruiter Moves launches
Recruiter Moves, the unique platform which brings together recruitment high-flyers with market leading recruitment agencies has launched. The site offers the chance for recruitment agencies to present their employer brand and employee value proposition to promote themselves as best in class, in order to attract talent that matches with their ambition, benefits and culture.
Increase quality applications to your jobs
On Recruitment Smarts Live this week, I was joined by Dave Jenkins, Founder of Wave. Are you tired of sifting through loads of applications to only find a handful that fit? Dave Jenkins shares with us how you can increase quality applications to your jobs – are you ready to save time with quality applications?
Recruitment Experts Reveal The Top Ways AI Can Help Or Hinder The Recruitment Process
In a world where AI is fast becoming an integral part of our daily lives, its influence is increasingly infiltrating the recruitment world. Tiger Recruitment, a global leader in recruitment, have put together the advantages of working with AI in your recruitment processes as well as what recruiters and job seekers alike, should be wary of with this new tool.
Employee Relations and Why They Are Important
In today’s world of human resources and organisational management, the term ’employee relations’ is gaining prominence. This is because it underscores the critical role that positive employee relations play in fostering a healthy work environment and ensuring business sustainability. This concept of employee relations is wide and comprehensive, encompassing various aspects of the relationship between employers and employees within an organisation.
Navigating the Thin Line: The Silent Struggle of Recruitment Professionals
In the fast-paced world of recruitment, professionals play a pivotal role in connecting organisations with top talent. However, the high-pressure environment and demanding nature of the job can sometimes lead to an often overlooked issue – burnout. While it may not be as apparent as in other professions, recruitment professionals are not immune to the adverse effects of excessive stress and exhaustion.
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Access Group acquires award-winning Diversely
Our partners at The Access Group have announced their acquisition of Diversely in the following press release: “Leading business management software provider The Access Group, today acquires Diversely, the inclusive recruitment solution that transforms diversity for staffing firms globally through the power of data and analytics.
The State of Recruitment Marketing in The UK
A guest blog from James Whitelock, Managing Director of ThinkInCircles, and host of The Marketing Rules Podcast. The UK recruitment market is facing a number of challenges, including a skills shortage, a competitive landscape, and a changing workforce. In order to attract and retain top talent, businesses need to adopt a more strategic approach to recruitment marketing. The skills shortage is one of the biggest challenges facing the UK recruitment market.
Book your free ticket to Recruitment Agency Expo now!
Honestly, it’s true – the Recruitment Agency Expo IS the must-attend event for recruitment leaders! October 4th and 5th in Birmingham. If you haven’t already grabbed your free ticket, this is your call to seize the opportunity. Why should you attend? Expand Your Network: Connect with leading industry professionals and explore potential partnerships. Skill Up: Take part in abundance of presentations and seminars to help sharpen your skills.
Top Tips to Attract Candidates to Hard-to-fill Vacancies
Hard-to-fill vacancies are one of the biggest challenges of 2023 – and will likely remain critical into 2024. When competition is fierce for certain positions, there are a number of things you could and should be doing to attract candidates, as Wave‘s Emily Buckley outlines. Vacancies are falling and employment is rising but there remains a global labour shortage.
AI's Transformative Impact on the Recruitment Tech Landscape
Thank you to Jason Heilman, SVP of automation and AI at Bullhorn. Recruiting, like every other sector, is shaped by technological advancements. Like other milestones before it, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) promises to have a huge impact, redefining the ways we interact with clients and candidates, manage and process data, and more. Today’s AI solutions can help recruiters effectively perform many tasks at a much faster pace.
Recruitment Smarts #1093
Our partners at Bullhorn have a series of online events and webinars available for you. Bullhorn Basics Webinar Series Your one stop shop for tips, expert advice and more! Let’s bring it back to the basics! Unlock the potential of the tools you have at your disposal by learning from the experts. Find out how to register and to listen to previous episodes.
The Power Of Employee Engagement In Recruitment Success
In the dynamic world of recruitment, one factor consistently stands out as a key determinant of success: employee engagement. This powerful element not only shapes the culture of a business but also plays a pivotal role in attracting and retaining top talent. As businesses grapple with the challenges of an increasingly competitive job market, understanding and harnessing the power of employee engagement has never been more crucial.
Building a Business Without 360s
A guest blog from Mike Ames, Scalability Consultant for recruitment company owners who want upscale their business. Host of the livestreamed weekly Mike Ames Recruitment Show. In the UK, the 360-recruitment model where one person finds, qualifies, and places candidates on vacancies they have secured themselves, has been around for years. The alternative called the Layered or the American model is relatively new to this side of the Atlantic, though not in the US, as the name suggests.
Google Analytics 4: what it is, how you can use it and how it can improve your recruitment website
GA4 has now officially replaced UA as Google’s free analytics platform, leaving website owners everywhere scratching their heads as to how to use it. However, once you’ve got to grips with GA4, it offers an unparalleled amount and choice of data that can help you to vastly increase the ROI of your recruitment website. Wave‘s Emily Buckley outlines what GA4 is and how to use it to your best advantage.
7 Things Introverts Do Without Realising and How It Impacts Others
Life as an introvert in a world of extroverts isn’t easy. Do your friends get offended when you choose a good book over their company? Do people roll their eyes at you and your stay-at-home opinions? There are things introverts do that we may not realise may actually bother others — and give them the wrong impression! As an introvert, it may seem like the world is set up against you and your personality type.
Strategic BD: The Key to Freedom for Recruitment Firm Owners
A guest blog from Pete Ames, Head of Customer Success at The Recruitment Pioneers, a consultancy dedicated to helping SME recruiters make their business scalable. Stop me if this sounds familiar. 1. You’ve no work on, so you put everything into BD activity. Cold Calls, Prospecting Emails & Candidate Speccing. 2. It works. You pick up spot deals and vacancies. 3. You are busy filling roles. You don’t have time for BD. 4. The roles finish, but there’s nothing to replace them. 5.
The Automation of Legal Services in Recruitment - VIDEO Copy
On Recruitment Smarts Live, I was joined by Barry Cullen, Co-founder of RecLaw. How do you feel about the automation of legal services? Barry shares his expertise and thoughts on this topic. Some of the questions I asked Barry included: • Can you explain the title to us? Automating anything is a buzz word at the moment but can you expand in the legal area? • What fears do you have around the automation of legal services and what benefits are there for recs?
Decoding Pricing Plans for Job Boards: Finding the Right Fit for Your Recruitment Needs
In today’s highly competitive job market, employers and recruiters are constantly on the lookout for effective and efficient ways to attract top talent. Job boards have become an essential tool for connecting employers with job seekers, offering a wide range of features and services. However, choosing the right pricing plan for your job board can be a daunting task.
Join Me For A Webinar: Unlock The Power Of Live Video
I am thrilled to invite you to a one-off webinar that will revolutionise the way you engage with candidates and clients. Event: Unlock the Power of Live Video Broadcast within the Recruitment Industry Date: 3nd July Time: 3:00 PM [BST] You might have seen me hosting online events on Crowdcast, going live on LinkedIn with Recruitment Smarts and various interviews I’ve hosted. In this session, we will explore, together, how live video broadcast can elevate your business.
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