Lysha Holmes
Lysha Holmes
EP229: Chris Whatling, Managing Director & Co-Founder The Animal People Recruitment Company - Why The Recruitment Industry Needs Shaking Up
EP229: Chris Whatling, Managing Director & Co-Founder The Animal People Recruitment Company - Why The Recruitment Industry Needs Shaking Up
EP229: Chris Whatling, Managing Director & Co-Founder The Animal People Recruitment Company - Why The Recruitment Industry Needs Shaking Up
Tuesday 18th June 2024
Chris Whatling shares his journey and insights on why the recruitment industry needs a shake-up. A must-listen for recruiters and business leaders.
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Episode Overview
- Importance of hiring people passionate about their work.
- Standing out in a niche market by creating an inbound ecosystem.
- Understanding the person behind the CV for better talent matching.
- Challenges and strategies for effective remote working.
- Positive impact of aligning talent with roles based on passion.
I believe that if you're ahead of marketing but you're maybe ahead of marketing for a company that you don't believe in its purpose, but you're an animal person. How much more passionate and driven are you going to be within a business that you know that is bettering the lives of animals?
Get ready for a refreshing take on the recruitment industry with Chris Whatling, the dynamic Managing Director and Co-Founder of The Animal People Recruitment Company. Chris shares his journey from sales and customer service roles to becoming a key player in the niche market of veterinary recruitment. He dives into the reasons why the recruitment industry needs a shake-up and how his company aims to challenge the status quo.
Chris's story is a rollercoaster of building desks from scratch, facing management challenges, and ultimately finding his passion in the animal health sector. His experiences offer valuable lessons for recruiters and business leaders alike. You'll hear about the importance of hiring people who are genuinely passionate about their work, not just motivated by money. The episode also covers how to stand out in a niche market and create an inbound ecosystem, regardless of your industry.
Chris discusses the significance of understanding the person behind the CV and why it's crucial to look beyond traditional candidate pools. He believes that matching talent to roles based on passion can lead to more fulfilling careers and better business outcomes. Chris also touches on the challenges of remote working and how his company maintains productivity and team cohesion. From bi-weekly in-person co-working days to leveraging technology for communication, he offers practical tips for managing a remote team effectively.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the recruitment industry or those interested in shaking things up in their own field. Chris's passion for his work and his commitment to making a positive impact shine through, making this an engaging and informative conversation. So, why should you tune in? Because Chris Whatling's insights might just inspire you to rethink your approach to recruitment and discover new ways to thrive in your career. Ready to shake things up?