Greg Savage: Future-Proofing Your Recruitment Career
Episode Overview
Have a clear plan for your recruitment career or business. Avoid getting obsessed with 'likes' on social media; focus on genuine engagement. Embrace AI but don't let it replace essential human skills like empathy. Build strong relationships and maintain self-honesty in your professional journey. Learn how to spot, attract, and retain top performers.
You've just got to work out what's going to make you happy and what's going to meet your goals
Greg Savage is back on The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast for the third time, and he's bringing a wealth of knowledge to the table. Known as a recruitment legend, Greg has been a board advisor, global speaker, and author with a significant following on LinkedIn. In this episode, Greg shares his top advice for recruiters navigating the ever-evolving industry landscape in 2025. From AI innovations to building personal brands on LinkedIn, Greg's insights are invaluable for both new and seasoned recruiters.
He stresses the importance of having a clear plan, avoiding the 'likes' obsession on social media, and focusing on genuine engagement with your audience. Greg also highlights the need for self-honesty and resilience in the recruitment industry. He shares his thoughts on how technology can aid recruiters but emphasises that human skills like empathy and relationship-building remain irreplaceable.
If you're starting out or thinking of setting up your own recruitment business, Greg's advice on spotting, attracting, and retaining top performers will be particularly useful. Host Lysha Holmes keeps the conversation engaging and relatable, making it easy for listeners to absorb the valuable lessons shared. This episode is packed with practical tips and real-world examples that can help you stand out in a noisy LinkedIn environment and build a sustainable recruitment business.
Whether you're a newbie or a leader in the recruitment industry, this episode offers something for everyone. Tune in to hear Greg Savage's candid thoughts and actionable advice that could transform your approach to recruitment.