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I’ve officially talked myself into something I can’t get out of now… 😬Tomorrow I’m going LIVE for the very first episode...
06/09/2026

I’ve officially talked myself into something I can’t get out of now… 😬

Tomorrow I’m going LIVE for the very first episode of 𝗟𝗲𝗼’𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗟𝗲𝗻𝘀. 🎙️

And because apparently launching a podcast wasn’t scary enough, I decided I’d be the first guest too.

After 20+ years in recruitment and nearly 5 years running Leo Recruitment, there’s certainly plenty to talk about.

The good decisions. The questionable ones. The lessons. The challenges. And what I’d tell the younger version of me starting out all those years ago.

We’re live tomorrow - Mon 07 Sep at 𝟭𝟮:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠.

If you’re around, come and join us - I’d really love to see some familiar faces joining me. 🫶

🔗 Join us here: https://lnkd.in/eeahq9Cv

I’m excited to launch the very first episode of 𝗟𝗲𝗼’𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗟𝗲𝗻𝘀 – a new series where I’ll be sitting down with sen...
02/09/2026

I’m excited to launch the very first episode of 𝗟𝗲𝗼’𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗟𝗲𝗻𝘀 – a new series where I’ll be sitting down with senior leaders from across the IT industry to explore their experiences, perspectives and lessons on leadership.

But for the first episode, I’m doing things a little differently…

𝗜’𝗺 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁!

Before I start asking other leaders about their journeys, decisions and lessons learned, it seemed only fair to turn the tables and share a little more about my own.

I’ve worked in recruitment since 2004 and, after more than a decade specialising in IT recruitment, I founded 𝗟𝗲𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 in 2021 to offer growing businesses a more personal, relationship-led approach to finding and attracting technical talent.

In this opening episode, we’ll be talking about my journey from recruiter to founder, why I decided to build Leo Recruitment, and some of the challenges, decisions and lessons that have shaped the way I approach business and leadership today.

We’ll also explore some of the biggest changes I’ve seen during more than two decades in recruitment, where I think the industry is heading over the next three years, and what I’d tell myself if I could go back to when I first stepped into leadership.

After this, I’ll be handing the hot seat over to my guests – but for episode one, it’s my turn!

I’d love you to join us live for the very first 𝗟𝗲𝗼’𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗟𝗲𝗻𝘀.

Just visit the link below to attend!

𝗵𝘁𝘁𝗽𝘀://𝗹𝗻𝗸𝗱.𝗶𝗻/𝗽/𝗲𝟲𝗕𝗡𝗨𝗾𝗴𝗡

08/07/2026

2 TEAM Network events within 2 months and they’ve got me on 2 videos 📹🎤

Both completely off-the-cuff with about 10 seconds to prepare (thanks for hurling me into the deep-end Andy Dunne 😂)

In this one, I talk about my experience of joining TEAM just a month ago, which was easy because I meant every word. 🫶

Intrigued to know about the changes I’ve been making?

There’s so many, I’m currently in “prioritisation mode” but here are a few underway…

✅ Migrating my old clunky CRM to a new super duper shiny one that will help me increase candidate outreach quicker.

… already found good candidates that didn’t come up in my LI Recruiter search 😳🤷‍♀️

✅ Learning magical tips and tricks using AI - not to replace me (god no!) - but to support me so my clients and candidates get MORE of me! 🥳

✅ Improved my job adverts. Better adverts = better candidates!

Plus I’ve got much wider job board advertising reach available exclusively through TEAM which I will start using this week.

✅ LinkedIn Lives & Podcasts are coming… already booked my first client as a guest 📹🎤😬

✅ Picked up some good BD ideas 💡

Yes, all of these things I can do by myself…

and would have got around to eventually…

but in the last month, the Network has shown me where to look in a world that’s over-run by an overwhelming amount of products and tools, and discuss success stories with other TEAM members…

so things are getting done 100x quicker! Time is of the essence in a fast-moving tech world!

Oh and one other thing… there’s about 500 recruiters in the Network, so if I have a candidate I can’t place/don’t have a job for or a client who has a vacancy outside of my niche, I can share these with other trusted recruiters, which helps everyone!

Thanks again to Andy, Tracey Clay for introducing me, and to the wider team for such an amazing experience so far 👏💛

Yes, I might be a bit mad… 2 hours of hot yoga in the middle of a heatwave 🥵So I basically went from a stuffy 30-odd deg...
26/06/2026

Yes, I might be a bit mad… 2 hours of hot yoga in the middle of a heatwave 🥵

So I basically went from a stuffy 30-odd degree office… to a 40 degree yoga studio where I melted into a puddle!

At least it felt a bit cooler outside afterwards 😆

As uncomfortable as it sounds, yoga is one of the few things that completely quietens my mind, brings me into alignment, and helps me make decisions.

I’ve learned that some of the best decisions happen when I stop trying to force the answer and remove myself from the noise.

Anyone else done something a bit bonkers during the heatwave? 😅

🧘‍♀️

“I’ll buy my day ticket, but they won’t get me to join!”Is literally what I said to myself before I attended the TEAM Co...
12/06/2026

“I’ll buy my day ticket, but they won’t get me to join!”

Is literally what I said to myself before I attended the TEAM Conference (how was it a week ago already?!)

No particular reason, just didn’t think I needed/wanted to.

A few days later…. I joined 😂

I attended with the mindset that even if I learn just ONE thing, it’ll be worth it.

Well…. here’s what actually happened….

- Realised (very quickly) that there are way more AI tools I could be utilising to improve efficiency and find more/even better candidates without compromising on my personality and any of the human experience I pride myself in giving to candidates and clients

- I’m investing in some training to integrate the above into my processes

- I’m moving my entire CRM across to a new supplier and consolidating about 4-5 other products I use into one central platform, which will make me more efficient and clever in my approach to recruiting - a huge benefit to my clients (and I do love being and looking clever! 😁)

- Most importantly, I’ve joined a community that will not only be beneficial to me, but to all my clients and candidates - there are over 500 other recruiters in every sector you can think of who I can share roles or job-seekers with outside of my niche (or unable to help myself)

👆 that’s just scratching the surface!

I know you thought I needed a bit of persuading Andy Dunne, but I really didn’t… not after the amazing welcome I received (rare!), the connections I made on the day (and continue to make afterwards), and the valuable information and ideas I took away with me.

With the webinars, tools, suppliers, and collaboration I now have access to, combined with my own knowledge, experience and determination to be better and better in such a competitive market - Leo Recruitment Limited is going places and I can’t wait to see what the future holds!

Here are a few pictures of the day.

Thanks again - 11/10 on absolutely everything!

I like to do things a little out of the ordinary sometimes.Instead of checking into a hotel local to the TEAM Conference...
09/06/2026

I like to do things a little out of the ordinary sometimes.

Instead of checking into a hotel local to the TEAM Conference in Warwickshire last week, I found a cute little shepherd’s hut in Oxford.

Being in recruitment, life often feels like it’s travelling at 100mph with deadlines, demands, changing priorities, and the unexpected.

So a place nestled in the countryside was the perfect way to wind down before winding up again for the event ahead.

I did a guided meditation the night before to calm my mind and set my intentions.

I got up at 4.30am to watch the sunrise.

I watched baby deer playing in the overlooking field while I was drinking my morning coffee.

I listened to the birds instead of the TV or music.

And I had plenty of time to get ready and potter around (as I tend to do habitually) so I wasn’t rushing at the last minute and getting myself into a frenzy.

The result? I had the space in my mind I needed to learn, have conversations, and keep my nervous system calm (I have always found big events daunting).

I was alert and got more out of the day than I had bargained for, noting down some key tips that could positively change the trajectory of my business and make me a better recruiter for my clients.

Where do you stay when you go to a meeting or business event?

If you’ve not tried a nature stay, I highly recommend it! 🌸

08/06/2026

The TEAM Network Conference on Friday was SUPERB!!

I’ve been to conferences before - the ones where you almost nod off in your chair and people don’t seem to want to chat.

But this event was so well thought out and put together - the topics were highly relevant, the speakers were excellent and super engaging, I met some really lovely people.

It was so encouraging to be surrounded by other recruiters who not only “get it” but are open to sharing tips and advice that they’ve found successful.

I felt so welcome and comfortable that I even got on the podcast 😱

No Monday blues for me this morning as I have pages of notes and ideas I want to implement straight away!

Thank you to Andy Dunne, the Team, the speakers, and everyone else who attended. I had a fantastic time - genuinely! 👏🤩

Many employees who accept a counter offer still leave within 6-12 months.Resignations are rarely just about money.Don’t ...
04/06/2026

Many employees who accept a counter offer still leave within 6-12 months.

Resignations are rarely just about money.

Don’t get me wrong, salary does matter. But when someone reaches the point of looking elsewhere, there are often much deeper frustrations beneath the surface.

I speak to candidates daily about things such as:

burnout
lack of progression
poor management
stress
culture issues
feeling undervalued or unsupported

Then, once they resign, suddenly:

- salary increases appear
- promises are made
- appreciation becomes more “visible”

The problem is that the original reasons for wanting to leave quite often still remain.

From my experience, candidates who accept counter offers initially feel reassured, that they’re “finally” being listened to…

but over time, those same frustrations usually begin resurfacing again.

A pay rise can improve financial satisfaction, but it doesn’t automatically resolve an unhealthy culture, poor communication, lack of development, workload pressure, or disengagement.

Retention is more effective when businesses address issues BEFORE someone reaches the point of resigning.

Long-term retention strategies should be PROACTIVE, not reactive.

People stay where they feel valued, supported, listened to, trusted, and developed.

Counter offers rarely fix the original problem.

💡What are your thoughts on counter offers?

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🚨8 in 10 candidates won’t apply if salary details are missing.And over 70% of jobseekers feel job adverts don’t explain ...
02/06/2026

🚨8 in 10 candidates won’t apply if salary details are missing.

And over 70% of jobseekers feel job adverts don’t explain expectations clearly enough.

Many people read job adverts and come away unsure about:

• what the role actually involves
• what the company really wants
• whether they’d suit the environment
• what the salary and benefits are
• what the culture might be like

Phrases such as:

“fast-paced environment”
“competitive salary”
“must work under pressure”

are all buzz-words that are vague, generic, unclear and can be off-putting.

From my experience, the strongest job adverts that attract better-quality candidates are the clearest ones that:

• explain expectations
• use straightforward, inclusive language
• give realistic insight into the role
• include salary and benefits info
• describe responsibilities practically rather than generically

Clearer adverts help reduce unsuitable applications because candidates can assess much more accurately whether a role is right for them.

💡What do you think makes a job advert stand out positively?

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