The Rise of Inclusive Leadership: Transforming Executive Search in 2025

As we navigate the evolving landscape of executive search in 2025, one trend stands out above all others: the rise of inclusive leadership. At Carlin Hall, we have witnessed first-hand how this shift is reshaping the way organizations approach talent acquisition at the highest levels.

Probation Period for Recruitment Consultants – Why is it Important?

Why a 3 month probation period is necessary for both you and your new employer when starting a new Recruitment role

Walking Away From Money

Leaving a successful desk does not mean walking away from money. If you’re a successful recruiter, then finding a new job is easy. Finding the right new job is a little bit harder. The hardest part is walking away from the commission you’re due to be paid.

Are your candidates prepared for their second round interview?

First interviews often check personality fit and basic abilities, whereas second round interview often dives deeper and test your candidates’ competencies and technical abilities. This is where the competition increases and being well prepared is crucial. Here are a number of ways to check your candidate is as prepared as possible for the next round…

Why December is the Best Month to Start Your Job Search? 

We know the adage New Year, New Start, but there is a multitude of reasons why you should start your job search NOW.

Recruitment and Six-Figure Salaries

How likely are you to earn six-figure salaries as a Recruitment Consultant? Working on the frontline of the Recruitment industry, exclusively focused on placing and headhunting Recruitment professionals, Carlin Hall consultants speak to hundreds of active recruiters and hiring managers day in day out and therefore have a thorough understanding of what Recruiters do and do not earn. We can also tell you how likely it is that you will earn six figures and if you are not already and what you need to do to get there.

Interview: Let Them Know You Really Want It!

As an experienced recruiter, I can tell you that many candidates believe that they are showing that they want a job simply by turning up to the interview. My clients often offer the candidate who demonstrates they really wanted the job. This article will show you how to let them know you really want it!

Rec to Rec and Key Performance Indicators

Working as a recruitment to recruitment consultant, I get to hear all sorts of reasons why recruiters and Executive Search consultants are not happy in their jobs. You may not be surprised to learn, one that regularly crops up is an “overly KPI’d environment”.

Recruitment to Recruitment – 5 Benefits of Working Exclusively

Recently, I have been thinking about what really makes my job as a Recruitment to Recruitment Consultant more enjoyable. It’s simple – Candidate Exclusivity. When I work with candidates exclusively it enables me to perform better. If you have ever worked with a Rec to Rec agency, have you ever considered why it might be better to do so on an exclusive basis? If not, here is my case for it.

Rugby and Recruitment – The Links

How have the core values of rugby helped me in my Recruitment career?