Do you want to build or scale up your career in recruitment ? or you are a job seeker who wished to stand out ? We have covered it all in this episode . Adam Fisher a talent acquisition leader shares his career journey from being a fitness trainer to entering the world of talent acquisition. He talks about the challenges and lessons he learned along the way, including the transition from personal training to recruitment and the traits that contributed to his success. He also provides practical steps for those interested in a career in talent acquisition and offers tips for job seekers to stand out during the hiring process.
👉 Challenges and lessons from his own transition to recruitment.
👉 Cultural variations in candidate preferences, especially in India and Japan.
👉 The evolving landscape of talent acquisition with AI and skills-based hiring.
👉 Tips on the importance of resumes, reachouts, and using LinkedIn for recruiting.
- Importance of curiosity, preparation, networking, and building relationships
00:00 Adam Fisher's Career Journey
02:23 Transitioning from Personal Training to Recruitment
05:29 Traits for Success in the Recruitment Industry
10:21 Cultural Variations in Candidate Preferences
15:23 Recruiting in India and Japan
17:01 The Role of Agencies in Recruitment
18:50 The Power of LinkedIn in Recruiting
22:11 Practical Steps for a Career in Talent Acquisition
24:09 Tips for Job Seekers to Stand Out
27:7 The Future of Talent Acquisition: Embracing AI and Skills-Based Hiring
30:25 Authenticity and Storytelling on LinkedIn
32:51 Challenging Boxed Mindsets in Hiring
