In this episode of the Disruptive Franchise Podcast, host Stacey chats to Ali Braid, aka The Recruitment Trainer, discussing her journey in the recruitment industry, the importance of innovation and learning, the role of profiling in recruitment, and the significance of understanding candidates as individuals. They explore the need for community in business and how overcoming fear can lead to greater success. Takeaways Ali Braid emphasises the importance of having fun while learning. Innovation in recruitment requires being aware of changes and making informed decisions. Profiling tools like DISC can provide deep insights into candidates. Understanding candidates as individuals is crucial for successful recruitment. Community building is essential for business success. The recruitment industry has evolved to prioritize candidates as valuable individuals. Continuous learning and implementation are key to personal and professional growth. Fear can limit our potential; overcoming it opens up new possibilities. The need for community support is more important than ever in business. Utilizing existing spaces can foster community and collaboration. Contact Ali Website: www.therecruitmenttrainer.co.uk Instagram: www.instagram.com/therecruitmenttrainer keywords recruitment, training, innovation, learning, profiling, community, franchise, AI, personal development, business success ------- A Thank You To Our Sponsors: Our headline sponsor, Bookwhen makes event booking beautifully simple. Bookwhen is a powerful, intuitive booking system that helps businesses grow by taking the hassle out of scheduling. From classes and appointments to workshops and franchise-run events, we support thousands of organisers across the UK and beyond saving time, reducing admin, and delivering a seamless experience for their customers. Whether you're running your first event or scaling a nationwide franchise, Bookwhen gives you everything you need to manage bookings in one place. Our exclusive podcast sponsor, Make Your Mark Podcast Agency are passionate about helping franchise brands and awards bodies alike amplify their visibility, build deeper connections, and stay ahead of the curve—and podcasting is a game-changing tool to do just that. This partnership is about backing a movement we both believe in—and sparking a conversation that franchisors and event organisers can’t afford to ignore. Support The Podcast Don't forget that the best way you can support us is to subscribe to the podcast - not only will you get notified of future episodes as they are released, you will also be helping us get more amazing guests to come and share their secrets in franchising!
