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Welcome to The Recruitment Podcast, your go-to source for everything recruitment. Hosted by industry expert Kate O’Neill and powered by Recruit CRM, this show dives into actionable strategies, cutting-edge tech, and the untold stories shaping the future of hiring. Each episode features conversations with top recruiters, real success stories, and practical advice to help you boost your recruiting game. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, we have something for everyone ...
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Thrive in ELT

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What if your English language teaching life was so organized that your systems helped you manage your time, find the right work-life balance, and simply get things done? Know what? It’s not impossible. With over 20 years in the teaching and administrative trenches, I know what it’s like to have a to-do list a mile long when all you want to do is rest. In each episode, I’ll share quick, practical tips so you can cut through the chaos and build a calmer, more sustainable, organized ELT life. L ...
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Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search*****Top 10% Podcast and Top 25 for Education How To*****Are you tired of feeling stressed about the college search and college admissions? Do you feel like you’re on information overload and are sure you’ll miss something? Wonder where to start or what to do next? Is there a wrong school or path for your student? Do you wish you could be confident in understanding your college admission journey? Would an organization system help you keep track of ...
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neill sits down with Diane Prince, an accomplished entrepreneur and recruitment expert with over 25 years of experience building and selling multi-million dollar staffing agencies. Diane shares her intentional approach to entering the recruitment industry and offers a proven fiv…
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Are you ready to face the escalating threat of AI attacks? AI system attacks are hitting companies every single day. Hackers use AI tools to break into major banks and steal millions. It's a critical time for anyone in tech or cybersecurity to understand how to fight back. In this episode, we delve into why AI security is more crucial than ever in …
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Join us for an insightful episode as we delve into the critical realm of product security within the Medtech industry. The digital revolution is transforming patient care, but it also introduces significant security risks to medical devices. We'll explore the complex security environment where devices like pacemakers and diagnostic systems are incr…
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neil speaks with Charlotte Smith, Director of People and Performance at Trilogy International, about how recruitment leaders can effectively use data to drive performance without micromanaging. With nearly 20 years in the industry, Charlotte shares her expertise in leveraging da…
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Welcome to "Securing the Future," the podcast dedicated to navigating the complex world of AI security. In this episode, we unpack the vital role of AI security frameworks—acting as instruction manuals—in safeguarding AI systems for multinational corporations. These frameworks provide uniform guidelines for implementing security measures across div…
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neil speaks with Stephanie Cramer, a talent acquisition strategist and people operations leader, about transforming talent acquisition into a strategic advantage for organizations. With experience in fast-growth, values-driven companies, Stephanie shares her insights on building…
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Discover how a global financial institution transformed its security posture and achieved massive cost savings through targeted threat modeling training. Facing challenges like inconsistent practices, difficulty scaling training across 50 countries, and keeping pace with evolving threats, this bank needed a new approach beyond infrequent, in-person…
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Welcome to the show! Today, we share an inspiring story of career transformation. We're talking to Kelly, who went from being a traditional system administrator focused on managing legacy systems to becoming a Certified DevSecOps Engineer. However, a major security incident – a vulnerable container image making it into production despite perimeter …
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neill sits down with Debi Easterday, founder of H2B Consulting, to tackle one of the most critical topics in recruitment today: ethics and morality. With 25 years of experience across industries like IT, life sciences, and government services, Debi shares invaluable insights on …
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Are you a DevOps professional, Software Engineer, or Security Engineer looking to level up your skills in 2025? Ever wondered how top tech companies ship new features fast while keeping their apps super-safe? It's all about DevSecOps – where security meets speed! This episode dives into the DevSecOps roadmap, your guide to success for building fast…
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Explore the critical and rapidly evolving field of AI security in 2025 and beyond. With AI now used in 40% of cyberattacks and 93% of companies facing these smart threats daily, the demand for skilled professionals to defend against them is soaring. This episode dives into the essential role of the AI Security Engineer, a vital position that combin…
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neil sits down with Anthony McCormack, founder of Mac Staff and author of Job Search Job Done, to explore the power of collaboration in recruitment. With over 20 years of experience, Anthony shares how prioritizing collaboration—internally and externally—can lead to better place…
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Wish your work-life balance was a bit more… balanced? Forgetting my sister’s birthday was the wake-up call that started a gradual process of finding the work-life balance I needed to thrive as an ESL teacher. In the final episode of this season, I talk about the two key elements that moved me forward and can help make that wish a reality for you, t…
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In this episode of the Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neil dives into the niche world of rec-to-rec with AJ Reid, founder of Equanimity Search. Often misunderstood and sometimes criticized, rec-to-rec plays a vital role in matching recruiters with their next big opportunity. AJ shares candid insights into what makes this niche uniq…
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Don’t you love it when you find out that you’re not the only one? That’s the way I felt when I first had a chat with Ana Jereb a few months back. I felt it again when we recorded this latest episode. I typically go solo on the show, but sometimes I meet someone who impacts me and my ELT life so much that I want you to know this person too. In this …
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neill is joined by Katrina Raposo, founder of Recruitment Fox, to discuss the power of resilience and a positive mindset in recruitment and beyond. With over 25 years of experience in the industry and an inspiring personal journey, Katrina shares how she has navigated challenges…
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Do you find it hard to actually apply English language teaching theory to your teaching? Often, research articles can feel distant, like the ideas are for a completely different world because you don’t see how they apply to your teaching situation. At the same time, you recognize that academic research in English language teaching is important to k…
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neill chats with Matt Kirk, aka “The Annoying Recruiter,” about what it really means to be different in an industry often stuck in its ways. Known for his unconventional methods, Matt shares how stepping away from traditional recruitment practices and embracing authenticity can …
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Does this ever happen to you? You’re listening to music or cooking dinner and all of a sudden you get an idea for one of your classes. It’s very common for us English language teachers to think about work outside of work. I would even bet that some of our most creative thoughts come from these times! But as exciting and helpful as it can be, someti…
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neill sits down with Max Learmonth, founder of Forge Talent, to discuss a critical topic for every recruitment agency: business development. With 13 years of industry experience, Max shares actionable insights on how to create meaningful client relationships and grow your agency…
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In this episode of the Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neil speaks with Alex Dick, founder and CEO of Alexander Lyon Solutions, about the growing trend of remote work in recruitment. With over 15 years of experience, Alex shares insights on how remote recruiting can transform work-life balance and productivity while maintaining stro…
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Have you ever thought to yourself that there has to be a better way? Whether it’s every week or every day, it can feel like there’s always something to be done. What often follows? The feeling that there’s always something that could be done better. The reality of your English language teaching life is likely this: There will always be a lesson to …
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neil is joined by Joel Lalgee, a recruitment expert and personal branding coach with nearly a million followers across platforms. Together, they dive into the importance of personal branding for recruiters and how to build a presence that helps you stand out in a competitive mar…
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In this episode, host Kate O’Neill chats with Lysha Holmes, a rec-to-rec expert and executive coach with over 26 years of experience, to uncover the behaviors that set great recruiters apart. Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ The key habits and mindsets that top recruiters cultivate to succeed. ✅ Why empathy and active listening are crucial for building …
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In this episode of The Recruitment Podcast by Recruit CRM, host Kate O’Neil dives into one of the most transformative trends of the decade: Artificial intelligence in recruitment. She is joined by Brian Fink, a talent acquisition expert with experience at global giants like McAfee, Twitter, and AWS. Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ How AI streamlines re…
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Sophomores and juniors who recently took the PSAT/NMSQT exam likely just received their scores. Today, we will talk about what the exam is, who is eligible to take it, why it is helpful to take the test, score reports, and how those scores will help you prepare for the SAT! This show is for confused college applicants and their families to learn si…
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Have you ever started a system and then gotten off track? (My hand is up!) We all need a restart every now and again, don’t we? Some are easy, like the ones that tend to come naturally at the beginning of a new term. But others? They can feel like a disruption, a hassle, or even a disappointment. But here are three facts about organizational system…
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If you're like some of the students I work with, they wonder if they are too late to apply to colleges now that many early application and early decision deadlines have passed. The good news is it's not too late at all! Learn how to be confident in your student's application and some tips and tricks! This show is for confused college applicants and…
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Choosing a major and career can feel overwhelming! Learn more about helpful hints and strategies to help your student explore their interests, identify potential majors, and if they can change majors once they get to college! This show is for confused college applicants and their families to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find th…
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Do you find it a struggle to help your students learn vocabulary? It’s been a challenge of mine for most of my English language teaching career. But last semester I discovered a resource that’s helping me change that – all thanks to James Thomas. VersaText is a free online vocabulary tool that helps language teachers like you and me create text-spe…
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Choosing where to attend college is exciting -- and sometimes overwhelming! How do you build a balanced list of colleges to apply to? Let's talk about the different factors to include as you look at colleges and feeling confident in your next steps! This show is for confused college applicants and their families to learn simple and effective strate…
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What words are in your job description? I’m guessing “teaching,” but what else? It’s not uncommon for English language teachers to take on multiple roles, voluntary or otherwise. Other words I’ve seen in ELT job descriptions are ones like: advising chairing coordinating grading leading We could probably get a list that includes every letter from A …
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Preparing for college can feel daunting. Today, we are discussing what your student can focus on each year of high school to help them be set up for success as they navigate the roadmap to college. This show is for confused college applicants and their families to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your stud…
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What is the ratio of work to rest in your English language teaching life right now? 50:50? 60:40? 90:10? It takes effort, persistence, and likely a bit of trial and error, to get it where you want it to be. It won’t always stay consistent, but there are certainly things you can do to find a better balance that’s right for you. I surprised myself ea…
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The college application process can feel overwhelming and there can be a lot of fears that happen with it! Today we are talking about those fears, how to navigate the overwhelm, and tips for success in the college application process! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you fin…
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The Common Application. The Coalition Application. Applying Directly to a College. What are the differences in these? Which one should we pick? Learn about the similarities and differences in each application and tips for the different application parts! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strate…
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Do you ever find yourself saying this as an English language teacher? “I’ll (insert action) when things slow down.” Whether it’s starting back to exercising, catching up with a friend, or taking time to read a few pages of a good book, it seems like things never actually slow down. The truth of the matter is that it rarely just happens. So you have…
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What’s new with you? A new semester often brings about a lot of “new,” like: new students a new schedule new procedures new opportunities It also means a new season of the Thrive in ELT podcast, where I’ll be sharing more tips and strategies for staying on top of your teaching game. Whether you’ve taught a course one time or 12, this newest episode…
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Do you ever tell yourself that you’ll “get to that later” because “now isn’t a good time”? Certainly there are times when it's not. But when it really may be, is your reason for waiting because… it’s all just too overwhelming? you’re avoiding doing the thing? it’s more comfortable to think instead of do? you’re worried that your effort will result …
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Want to get organized but aren’t sure where to start? Starting is almost always the hard part. You ask yourself questions like: What’s it going to be like? Am I really capable of doing this? Is it even going to work? What if I fail? But you know what? Without trying, you’re never going to move beyond the frustration. Trying. That’s one of the five …
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Do you approach your recurring tasks randomly or systematically? We all have them. Those things that have to get done – over and over again. From the day-to-day to the occasional, from the simple to the complex. They’re a part of what you do as an EAP/ESL teacher. So… if you have to do them anyway, why not make things a little easier for yourself? …
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How do I find a college for me? Is there a right college for my student? How many colleges should be on my list? If you have asked one of these questions or similar questions, this episode is for you! Today we are going to talk about the key considerations in your student’s college search. Links from the Episode: https://www.nacacnet.org/nacac-coll…
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Being prepared takes organization. And being organized takes… reflection? Sometimes reflection can take a back seat to planning and teaching because it doesn't seem to have the same degree of urgency. But reflecting before, during, and after events in your ELT life provides you with an opportunity for gaining insight into what works and what doesn’…
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Have you ever had moments where you’re calm, ready for the day, and then all of a sudden… you’re not? A six-letter word is what often results: stress. The good kind of stress can be motivating and even help you better fulfill your role as a teacher. The not-so-good kind of stress, however, can be overwhelming and cause you to lose focus, making it …
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Conversations with admission offices are a large part of the college search, whether you are talking with admissions representatives about questions you have in your first interactions with the college, or if you are getting ready for an alumni interview. This is your student’s chance to make a great first impression! This interview tip guide will …
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Knowing about your options for college can seem daunting at first! If you're like many of the families I work with you may have asked yourself one of these questions. How do I choose a college? What are the right schools? How do I get started with the search? When should I start visiting colleges? Where can I find the best college search tools? Eve…
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The winter break is over and a new semester is starting! This is the time of year when semesters already ended or they will be. Whether you are starting new classes, or a new marking period, the way we think, and encourage our children to think, about the new beginning can make a huge difference in how the semester goes. This show is for the confus…
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Your student worked SO hard on their college applications! From The effort they put in over the last four years with their coursework and extracurricular activities, to completing college applications, spending hours on making sure the essay is JUST RIGHT and that it has the right college name on it, and then you have to wait….and wait….and wait! H…
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Several career assessment quizzes can help your students consider possible careers that may be a fit for them. There are multiple aptitude tests and career interest inventories that can provide helpful information as your student begins their career and college search. Today we are going to talk through 6 different tools to help your student start …
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