Posts by howardforster

What Today Reminds Us About Leadership, Values, and Hiring In moments of global reflection, such as the passing of a significant world figure, we’re reminded of the importance of legacy, leadership, and values. It’s not just individuals that leave an impact—organisations do too. For hiring managers, today serves as a timely reminder: recruitment is not…

Channeling St George’s Courage in Your Job Search Today is St George’s Day, England’s national day commemorating the legendary dragon-slaying saint. It’s also World Book Night, celebrating the power of reading.​ Just as St George faced his dragon, job seekers often face the daunting challenge of interviews. But fear not! With preparation and the right…

Honoring Legacies: Reflecting on Pope Francis and the Power of Purposeful Leadership A Moment of Reflection and Respect On Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, the world bid farewell to Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 at his residence in Vatican City. His papacy was marked by humility, compassion, and a commitment…

Why Delayed Hiring Is Costing More Than You Think We’ve all been there — you’ve got a key role open, the team’s covering the gap, and recruitment’s on the to-do list. But weeks turn into months, and suddenly, that unfilled role is causing more than just scheduling headaches. The cost of job vacancy delays is…

Champions Are Built, Not Found After years of close calls, Rory McIlroy finally secured a long-awaited Masters victory—and while it’s a personal triumph, the win speaks volumes about the power of the right team behind the scenes. From his swing coach to sports psychologist, Rory’s success is built on alignment, expertise, and strategic support. Sound…

Speed vs Quality: Hire Quickly Without Compromising on Talent Fast Isn’t a Flaw—If You Do It Right The recruitment clock is ticking. You need someone yesterday—but you also need the right person. The fear? Rushing the process and ending up with the wrong hire. Good news: it’s not a choice between speed or quality. With…

Why Your Vacancy Is Still Open (And How to Fill It Fast) The Empty Desk Problem You’ve advertised the role. You’ve had a few applications. But that desk is still empty—and your team is feeling the strain. So why is your vacancy still unfilled? The truth is, in today’s competitive hiring market, traditional recruitment tactics…

Is Your CV Doing You Justice? Let’s be honest—your CV only has seconds to make an impression. With hiring managers and recruiters scanning dozens (sometimes hundreds!) of CVs per vacancy, yours needs to shine. A standout CV isn’t just about looking good on paper—it’s about getting your foot in the door. So, what makes a…

What Makes a Team Truly Great? A high-performing team is the backbone of any successful business. Yet, many companies struggle to create an environment where employees thrive. So, what’s the secret formula that sets industry leaders apart? In this post, we’ll uncover the hidden strategies that top businesses use to attract, retain, and develop winning…

Proven Recruitment Strategies to Attract Top Talent Attracting the best talent to your business can feel like a challenge, but with the right strategies in place, you can stand out in the competitive job market. In this post, we’ll share proven strategies that will help you attract the best candidates and fill your vacancies faster.…