'In those shoes', is hearing from the good humans across LHi Group, Their journeys, lessons learnt and pivotal moments that shaped their high performance careers.
The Road to Recruitment Success: Francis’s War Stories and Winning Mindset
In this episode, they explore Francis’s “war stories” from his early recruitment days, the challenges he overcame to lead teams across London, Europe, and the US, and the mindset and mentorship strategies that drive success. This episode is filled with valuable insights, personal stories, and practical lessons to take with you.
8 Jan 2025
If it scares you, you’re ready: Brian Zinco’s 5-year journey to the top 5% in staffing
In this podcast episode, Brian digs deep on previous rejections, how he turned these into motivations and navigated some of the toughest transitions; Starting in the pandemic, Building out a niche market to become a true expert and transitioning from perm to contract.
ABOUT BRIAN:
For anyone who’s worked with Brian, they will say he’s a dream to work with… Why? It becomes evident in this interview, where he describes his self motivation, his mindset for work class basics and self drive to continuously strive for better… personally and professionally. All whilst being incredibly humble in the process, in my opinion & confirmed by his presence in the industry / business, Brian is truly a generational talent. One of the best recruiters in Life Sciences, one of the most loved employee’s in the business and he speaks eloquently through 5 years, which in reality… very few could achieve!
Want to speak to host, James Westwood? Reach out to him now at j.westwood@wearelhi.com
27 Nov 2024
Thriving in New Markets: Matt Jebbitt on Embracing Challenges, our ‘Younger You’ & Leading the Future
Matt Jebbitt shares his insights on thriving in new markets, embracing challenges, and leading the future through innovative team development and a 'younger you' philosophy.
23 Oct 2024
From Mindfulness to taking on new Industries: Lauren Fotta's Recruitment Journey
In this podcast episode, we follow Lauren's beautiful seven-year journey, from being told she is a ‘people person,’ to landing in Austin before the large migration, in pursuit of the right culture and the lessons learned along the way.
Want to speak to host, James Westwood? Reach out to him now at j.westwood@wearelhi.co,
20 Sept 2024
Advice to our ‘Younger You’ and Excelling in Emerging Markets with Sue White
Sue joins us to share her journey and insights since joining LHi Group and leading Piper Maddox London over the last three years. Piper Maddox under Sue's visionary leadership, has become a powerhouse in our London office, connecting top talent with the companies driving the energy transition. We'll dive into how Sue has shaped the brands growth, her approach to leadership, and what she sees for the future of Piper Maddox. Stay tuned for an inspiring and informative discussion!
To hear more about opportunities with Piper Maddox in our London office, reach out to host Melissa Reid - m.reid@wearelhi.com
17 Jul 2024
Graduate turned Munich Office Leader, Dan Perkins
From a snowboard instructor to delaying an interview because he didn’t have a suit, considering quitting after six months to shaping the future of our Munich office. This is a fascinating insight into, what I’d describe as an ‘a typical’ LHi journey. Dan discusses his love for Munich, falling into recruitment, the lessons he’s learnt along the way, that are helping him shape the culturally rich and diverse business that has yielded the most success we’re seen in Germany.
All round ‘cool guy’, Dan speaks with a real calmness and clarity around the rollercoaster of a journey that’s led him to becoming our very first homegrown, EU leader. From humble beginnings as a graduate seven years ago, swapping the Alps for a start up office. Having a very honesty conversation with our Founder about being unsure of his future to the heights of what recruitment can provide… Incentives, creating long lasting relationships and financial stability.
Want to speak to host, James Westwood? Reach out to her now at j.westwood@wearelhi.com
28 May 2024
From London Graduate to Berlin Leader with Greg McCrudden
In this podcast episode, we dive deep into Greg McCrudden's recruitment journey from London to Berlin, exploring his successes, challenges, and key learnings along the way. Greg shares insights into our Berlin office and its offerings, recounts his entry into recruitment with LHi, and discusses the transition from the UK to the German market. He also reflects on how LHi's values and philosophies resonate with him, the legacy he aims to build, and what life in Berlin is truly like. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the dynamics of career growth and cross-border recruitment success.
Anyone who knows Greg in the business will be first to say he has a huge part to play in the company culture, his vibrant personality and work ethic has seen his career soar from graduate to leader within three years, along with a relocation from our London to Berlin office! From joining a large, established team, to starting out again in a new market and city, we cover the highs and lows of ‘’new beginnings’’ and what this looks like at LHi.
Want to speak to host, Melissa Reid? Reach out to her now at m.reid@wearelhi.com
29 Apr 2024
From London to New York with Samantha Keay
In episode two, we're given a fascinating insight into the journey of one of LHi’s shining lights, Sam Keay. Industry expert, industry leader, and all-around good human, Sam walks us through her journey from humble begins to the bright lights, city heights of NYC.
From entering recruitment to transitioning industry, relocating to the US to making NYC her home. We deep dive into the journey of one of our most successful recruiters in recent years within the US. Discussing what the ‘Younger You’ philosophy means to Sam, what life is really like in NYC and what the year ahead has in store.
Since joining LHi Group in 2016, Samantha’s career has been on a constant upward trajectory. After two years working for our Technology brand in London, Lawrence Harvey, the dream of moving internationally became a reality. From joining a team of four within E-Mobility to leading 30 across the entirety of the Renewable Energy and Cleantech Sector in NYC and being a pivotal part in the growth of 70+ consultants across the US.
Want to speak to host, James Westwood? Reach out to him now at j.westwood@wearelhi.com
15 Feb 2024
The Pilot: In those shoes
In the first episode of the 'In those shoes' podcast, LHi’s Talent Specialists, James and Melissa, spill the beans on all things LHi Group. They give you the lowdown on what makes LHi tick, from our visions and values, to the reasoning behind why we started this podcast and some of the great people we will be speaking with.
Our Hosts
James Westwood is our Group Principal Partner of Talent, having spent 6 years with the business and multiple relocations, he has worked across our Manchester, New York and L.A. offices! James is a true culture architect within the business, and mainly focuses on hiring our Senior Talent across all regions. Outside of work James is a dad of 2 gorgeous children, his dog Reggie and he loves a run club. The impact James has had across our business can be seen in all of our offices and he is one of the main reasons we have been able to start this podcast, based on the great humans he has hired.
Melissa Reid is our UK & EU Talent Lead and has spent 4 years working with LHi Group. She focusses on Graduate through to our Senior hiring across our London, Manchester, Bristol, Munich and Berlin offices, and manages a dynamic team of 2. Originally based in our London office, Melissa now works fully remote from her home of Scotland and similar to James, outside of work is a run club enthusiast and dog mum to Chester.
You can reach out to us through the details below:
James Westwood: j.westwood@wearelhi.com
Melissa Reid: m.reid@wearelhi.com
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