80 recruiter skills you need now

Markets wax and wane Technology emerges and gets superseded. However, many recruiter skills remain relevant I set out here my ‘2025 recruiter action plan.‘ It is a lot, but tackle it one step at a time. Use it individually and in your teams. Be honest with yourselves about how you score on each metric, tactic […]

Posted by Greg Savage
On February 17, 2025
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20 top recruiting tools for 2025

There is no doubt that 2025 will be challenging. It is a very fluid market with plenty of economic, political and sentiment-driven obstacles. However, as always, outstanding opportunities are available The biggest differentiator between mediocre recruiters/recruitment companies and those that thrive will be how they react to the market Complaining about it is less than […]

Posted by Greg Savage
On February 9, 2025
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5 recruiter training issues you must fix

Most Recruitment Training is a Waste of Time. After 40 years in recruitment training, I can say this confidently. Training is often cursory or non-existent. Even when delivered well, without follow-up, retention fails. The real difference between recruiters and agencies is skills, attitude, and development. Are you falling behind? Is your career at risk? The solution is here.

Posted by Greg Savage
On February 3, 2025
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A London cabbie changed my career

This is a true story. On my last night in London, a cab ride changed everything. You wouldn’t expect a career lesson there, but it was more than that. An 80-year-old cab driver gave me a fresh perspective—not just on work, but on life itself. And I bet it’s relevant to you now. Or will be soon.

Posted by Greg Savage
On January 28, 2025
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Greg Savage UK Recruitment Masterclass Tour

Greg Savage's latest UK speaking tour. Edinburgh. Manchester. London. This is a game-changing session for recruiters. The landscape is evolving fast. AI, Automation, client and candidate expectations. But how fast are you and your recruiters changing? A four-hour masterclass to equip you with skills to thrive in the AI era. Essential knowledge for serious career recruiters

Posted by Greg Savage
On January 23, 2025
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Do you rock this recruiting super-power?

You know what your client says is wrong. You know how they wish to recruit is not in their interests. The salary. The job description. The process. The interview style. So often, the client has a plan.. and it's a bad plan! But they are the client. It's best to let it slide, right? Please, no! Every great recruiter owns this recruiting super-power Do you?

Posted by Greg Savage
On January 20, 2025
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Recruitment sectors to boom in 2025 🚀

Good News Ahead for 2025! 🌍 Global Outlook: 41% of employers plan to increase headcount in Q1 2025. 🇦🇺 Australia: 31% of employers are hiring. 🇬🇧 UK: 28% gearing up to grow teams. Agency recruiters, this is your chance to rebound from a soft 2024! IT is set to lead the way, with other sectors looking bullish. What’s the forecast for your sector? 🚀

Posted by Greg Savage
On January 13, 2025
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Did you outperform the market in 2024?

2024 was tough for many recruiters, but blaming the market entirely is unwise—and perhaps a cop-out. Top recruiters adapt, find fresh strategies, and thrive even when conditions are tough. This data shows how recruitment sectors performed in 2024. Not everyone struggled—many thrived! Did you miss the boat while blaming ‘the market’? Benchmark yourself here and see how you truly performed compared to your competitors.

Posted by Greg Savage
On January 7, 2025
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Take 7 bold actions to crush 2025

Recruiters often predict a holiday “dead zone,” a time when business slows, and results dwindle. You have a choice: wind down, accept the lull, and be average—or swim against the tide. Millions of people are job-hunting now! Act during this period to ensure a productive start to 2025. Here’s your 7-point action plan.

Posted by Greg Savage
On December 9, 2024
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What if the interview goes badly?

It will happen. Candidate interviews with clients sometimes fail, which can be disappointing and strain relationships. However, this presents opportunities. Recruitment is a journey, not an event, and people often act unpredictably. Success lies in how you respond to these setbacks. Embrace the ‘art’ of recruitment and follow two key strategies to turn interview failures into future successes.

Posted by Greg Savage
On December 2, 2024
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