#63 The War on Talent: How to Stand Out in Hiring & Recruitment with expert Ben Watkins

The War on Talent: How to Stand Out in Hiring & Recruitment In this episode, Simon Cockram talks with talent acquisition expert Ben about the competitive hiring landscape, how companies can attract top talent, and what candidates need to do to land their dream job. 🔹

 

Key Takeaways:

✔️ The hiring market shift – Tech companies over-hired post-COVID, leading to mass layoffs and a tighter job market.

✔️ Why traditional job applications don’t work – 75% of jobs are filled outside of online adverts.

✔️ How to stand out as a job seeker – Treat job hunting like a sales process: network, reach out directly, and avoid getting lost in the CV pile.

✔️ The best candidates don’t write cover letters – They get referred or headhunted.

✔️ Businesses need to rethink hiring – Less vague job specs, streamlined processes, and a focus on urgency. 🔥 

📢 Don't just apply—create opportunities.

 

📌 Video Chapters:

00:00 Introduction & The War on Talent

02:30 The Changing Hiring Market Post-COVID

06:45 Why Traditional Job Applications Don’t Work

11:20 The Sales Process of Job Hunting

15:50 How to Stand Out from 300+ Applicants

20:15 Why 75% of Jobs Are Never Advertised

24:40 Cover Letters: Are They Worth It?

29:10 The Hidden Job Market & Networking

33:45 How Companies Can Improve Hiring Processes

38:20 The Interview Process: What Candidates & Employers Need to Know

43:10 Negotiating Salary & Offers the Right Way

48:05 Final Thoughts: Observe the Masses & Do the Opposite

 

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