The CV Is the Least Interesting Thing About a Candidate
In recruitment, the CV often becomes the centrepiece of the hiring process.
But in reality, it’s the least interesting part of a candidate.
The Real Reason Hiring Feels So Hard Right Now
It’s probably not the market.
In 2026, I keep hearing the same thing:
“Good people just aren’t out there.”
Job Hunting or Upskilling? The Right Answer Is Often Both
When a job search stalls, most candidates fall into one of two traps:
They apply harder — or they lose confidence.
Hiring in a Slower Market: How Smart Employers Stay Competitive Without Overpaying
When the market slows, most employers fall into one of two camps: The strongest employers don’t stop hiring — they get sharper. A slower market doesn’t mean great talent becomes cheap. Candidates are more cautious and more selective. Sloppy processes and vague offers still lose strong people. Here’s what works right now: Speed Matters Long […]
The Hidden Job Market: Where Most Roles Are Filled Before You See Them
Here’s something that still surprises people:
A large number of roles are filled without ever being advertised.
That’s the hidden job market — and it’s where many of the best opportunities sit.
Why Your EVP Is the Real Reason You’re Struggling to Hire (Not the Market)
Let’s get something out of the way early.
If you’re struggling to hire right now, it’s probably not because of a “talent shortage.”
Why Most Job Descriptions Are Failing to Attract Great Candidates
Most job descriptions aren’t written for humans — they’re written in recycled corporate jargon. Dynamic, fast-paced, self-starter… and somehow employers are surprised when strong candidates scroll past.
Starting Your Job Search in January: What You Need to Know
January is one of the busiest months in recruitment — and one of the most misunderstood.
Why Autumn Is the Best Time to Hire (And Why Most Companies Miss It)
Autumn is often seen as recruitment’s quiet season, sitting between summer holidays and the Christmas slowdown. Many businesses decide to pause hiring and “start properly in January.”
Stop Applying to Jobs You Don’t Actually Want (And What to Do Instead)
Let’s be honest — job hunting can turn even the most sensible people into serial applicants.