It’s so difficult to keep up with every hiring trend!
Every day, a new one pops up.
So, how do you keep yourself on your toes?
It’s simple- By following the right people.
We have a list of the top 10 recruitment influencers you need to know this year.
These experts share practical tips and ideas to help you hire smarter and stay ahead in the game.
Ready to meet them? Let’s get started!
1. Jim Stroud
Jim Stroud is an expert who has influenced the hiring industry for over a decade.
He is the go-to expert if you are looking for someone to help you sharpen your sourcing methods.
Having worked with companies like Microsoft, Google, and Randstad, he knows the ins and outs of recruitment.
2. William Tincup
William Tincup is a name every recruiter knows.
With over 20 years of experience, he has become a trusted recruitment and HR tech voice.
From hosting podcasts to speaking at global events, William shares advice that is helpful and easy to understand.
He is excellent at breaking down challenging hiring problems and walking you through solutions step by step. He has over 3,000 followers on social media and many others who trust his insights.
One of the most memorable pieces of advice he has shared is, ‘Recruiting will always need a human touch, even with all the tech and AI out there.’
3. Josh Bersin
Josh Bersin is the founder of Bersin & Associates (now Bersin by Deloitte) and the leader of the Josh Bersin Academy. He has been helping recruiters and HR professionals tackle real-world challenges for years.
He has this unique way of turning complex ideas into straightforward steps that you can apply immediately in your hiring process.
Josh is always focused on sharing more brilliant hiring methods and keeping you ahead of the latest trends.
4. Katrina Collier
Katrina Collier is a must-know for every recruiter. With years of experience, she is known for her no-nonsense approach to solving everyday challenges for recruiters and hiring managers, all while bringing the human touch back to hiring.
Starting her recruitment journey in 2003, Katrina has worked both agency-side and in-house, proving that social recruiting works.
She has trained recruiters globally, written books like The Robot-Proof Recruiter, and spoken at conferences across five continents.
With almost 20 years of experience in talent acquisition, Katrina has trained and spoken at recruitment conferences worldwide.
If candidate experience is a challenge for you, Collier shares excellent advice on connecting with and engaging candidates meaningfully.
At Recruit CRM, we had the amazing opportunity to host Katrina Collier on our podcast.
Here’s the link to the episode on Spotify!
5. Matt Staney
Matt founded Talent Brand Alliance, a community where employer branding professionals can collaborate to share ideas.
With a strong background in sales, marketing, and recruitment tech, he knows how to create strategies that work.
He has over 15 years of experience in talent acquisition and founded Proactive Talent, a consulting firm that has helped more than 500 companies improve their hiring strategies.
He is also passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), often speaking on these topics along with HR tech and AI.
Matt’s insights are worth checking out if you want to take your recruiting to the next level.
6. Johnny Campbell
Johnny Campbell is the CEO and co-founder of SocialTalent, which has been improving hiring strategies since 2010.
Through SocialTalent, Johnny has helped thousands of organizations streamline their hiring process. In 2018 alone, the platform helped over 500 companies hire over a million people.
But Johnny’s passion goes beyond just business. He is dedicated to making recruitment brighter and smoother.
If you seek advice or ways to improve your hiring, his insights are worth listening to.
7. Lou Adler
Lou Adler is a name you will often hear in recruitment circles, and for good reason.
He is the founder and CEO of The Adler Group, and for over 30 years, he is been helping companies hire the best talent with his Performance-based Hiring system.
Over 40,000 recruiters have attended his workshops, and his insights are frequently featured in top publications like Inc., Business Insider, Bloomberg, and The Wall Street Journal.
He is also the author of the best-selling book Hire with Your Head on Amazon, as well as The Essential Guide for Hiring.
Lou is someone you will want to learn from.
This might interest you too: Recruit CRM’s recruitment entrepreneurs series Ft. Lou Adler
8. Adrian Tan
Adrian Tan made a significant career change when his path no longer fit his lifestyle. After years of running his businesses, he realized he was “unemployable” in the corporate world, so in 2021, he leaped solopreneurship.
Now, Adrian works with HR tech companies, offering marketing services and helping with B2B content creation. He loves helping people break free from the corporate grind and create careers they enjoy.
His book No More Bosses shares lessons from his journey to self-employment, making it an excellent resource for anyone looking to change their career.
9. Greg Savage
Greg Savage is currently focused on helping recruiters through the Savage Recruitment Academy, a platform that uses AI to offer real-time training.
Before this, he built and sold four successful recruitment businesses, including Recruitment Solutions, which went public, and Firebrand Talent Search, which was acquired.
He has over 40 years of experience in the recruitment industry. Greg is also the author of The Savage Truth and Recruit: The Savage Way, which offers you insights into what works in recruitment.
We have had the privilege of hosting Greg in one of our podcast episodes. Check it out here!
10. Hung Lee
Hung Lee is the kind of person who makes you think differently about recruitment. With over 15 years of experience, from being an agency recruiter to Head of Talent, he has seen it all and now shares those valuable lessons with others in a way that is easy to follow.
These days, he is best known as the editor of Recruiting Brainfood, a must-read newsletter that gives recruiters accurate and valuable weekly content.
Frequently asked questions
1. Are there any platforms where recruitment influencers are most active?
Recruitment influencers are most active on platforms like LinkedIn, where they share insights, connect with professionals, and discuss industry trends. Many also use Twitter for quick updates and engage on blogs or newsletters to provide in-depth advice.
2. How can recruiters stay relevant in a rapidly changing industry?
Recruiters can stay relevant by continuously updating their skills, following industry trends, using technology like AI, and building strong networks. Regularly engaging with thought leaders and participating in professional communities helps them adapt and excel.
3. How important is personal branding for recruiters?
Personal branding is essential for recruiters. It helps build trust, showcase expertise, and stand out in a competitive field. A strong personal brand makes it easier to connect with top talent and be seen as a reliable expert in the industry.
