In this episode of Roles & Lol$, Ez and Lucy are ready to wrap up for 2024, but that doesn’t mean slow down! No no No, we have a lot to do to prepare for 2025!

With the end of 2024 in sight, many recruiters have taken their foot off the gas, but they explain why November and December are critical months for laying the groundwork for success in January and the duration of 2025.
The discussion focuses on two key scenarios: entering the new year with a plan versus scrambling to catch up. They share actionable strategies, including booking prospect meetings, utilising LinkedIn Recruiter, targeting companies set to lose staff, and why connecting with senior candidates in January is a must.

They also highlight the importance of momentum and proactive planning to avoid starting the year behind your competitors.
Tune in for practical advice on how to maximise the last quarter, maintain momentum, and set yourself up for a successful 2025.

In this episode, Ez and Lucy delve into the often overlooked but crucial topic of tracking ratios in recruitment.

They explore why focusing on the quality of ratios can be more effective than simply increasing activity levels.

Join them as they break down five key success metrics: candidate calls to internal interviews, internal interviews to CV submissions, CV submissions to client interviews, client interviews to placements, and business development calls to client meetings.

Ez shares insights from real-world experiences, highlighting how understanding these ratios can pinpoint areas for improvement and drive better outcomes.

Discover how to set ratio goals, assess performance, and create a tailored learning and development plan to enhance your billings. This episode is a must-listen for recruitment professionals looking to work smarter, not harder, and achieve greater success in their roles.

How much time do you really spend preparing a candidate for an interview?

In this episode, we dive deep into a commonly rushed part of the recruitment process—interview prep! Working on a recruitment desk, KPIs often focus on other areas, leaving this crucial step undervalued. Truth is….all your hard work can go down the drain if you don't give interview prep the attention it deserves.

Ez and Lucy label interview prep as one of the most important parts of the process!

We also uncover the secret that 95% of recruiters miss: prepping your clients for interviews too!

Tune in to discover how to elevate your process, and make sure your interview preps are as solid as your placements 😉

Wondering how to wrap up the year strong and hit the ground running in the new one? This week, Ez & Lucy are spilling the tea on all things year-end strategy. 💥

In this episode, they chat through:

- How to lock in those final offers and avoid end-of-year panic. 🎯
- Why offer timelines are a non-negotiable for the Dec QTR. ⏳
- Insider tips on getting clients & candidates aligned on start dates. 🚀
- How to dodge those dreaded no-shows in January (because no one wants to deal with that!).

It’s the pep talk you need to ensure a stellar finish and a smooth kick-off to 2024! Hope you enjoy! 🎧

What should you be doing in a fluctuating market? What activity is ‘good activity’ that will get you short & long term results? How do you juggle it all? Big questions answered in this week’s poddy. Lucy & Ez share their thoughts on how to adapt strategies, understand client needs, and the importance of being consistent with high-impact activities like targeted calls and meetings.

Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Ez and Lucy dive into a crucial question that many recruiters face after a couple of years in the industry: Is recruitment really the right path for me? As the market fluctuates and challenges arise, it's natural to wonder if you should stay the course or explore other opportunities.

We explore the cyclical nature of the recruitment industry, drawing on an intriguing analogy by Ez—a Japanese plant that remains submerged underwater for four years before growing 20 feet in just 30 days. Much like this plant, your recruitment career may feel stagnant at times, but persistence can lead to rapid growth and success.

We also discuss how the 2-3 year mark is often a turning point, where recruitment can become truly lucrative. If you’ve been questioning your place in the industry, especially during tough market conditions, this episode is for you. Remember, every career has its challenges—pick your hard, and we believe recruitment is one worth choosing.

Listen in to gain perspective, motivation, and a deeper understanding of whether recruitment is the right fit for you in the long run.

In this week's episode, "Lessons from Our Recruitment Leadership Journeys," Lucy and Ez share their experiences as leaders in the recruitment industry. They discuss highs, lows, and lessons learned from various leaders they've encountered.

Ez asks Lucy about her worst leader (will she drop names?), and they explore what makes a great leader and the challenges of having too many chefs in the kitchen!

They also share a laugh or two about some cringy leadership stories they have come across over the years.

Outside of work, they touch on enhancing mindset and awareness to improve leadership skills in all areas of life that will affect how you lead in the workplace!

Join us for an engaging episode filled with stories, insights, and practical advice for aspiring leaders!