Argylestone Consulting Ltd

Issue 8 of Recruitment Trends & Industry Insights is now LIVE!! As well as the usual trends and insights I have also included a travel diary from my recent travels across the US and Canada. As always I would love to hear your thoughts in comments!! #recruitment #staffing #changemanagement

Are you having a challenging time in the current market? My Business Optimisation Assessment will both save you money by identifying efficiencies and make you money by identifying opportunities! The Business Optimisation Assessment is a comprehensive 9 to 12 (dependent on agency size) week consultancy service designed to help recruitment agencies enhance their operational performance and streamline business processes. The assessment culminates in a fully documented report that covers: Current ‘As Is’ State: Analysis of existing workflows, complete with Visio process maps and identification of bottlenecks, duplications, and inefficiencies. Opportunities for Streamlining: Detailed insights into areas where tasks can be automated or optimised to improve performance. Performance vs KPIs and SLAs: A review of how existing internal processes measure up to established goals of the front office business. Technology Assessment: Examination of your current technology stack to ensure alignment with business needs and recommend upgrades where necessary. Next Steps & Recommendations: A clear plan for Phase Two to implement optimisation strategies. Expected Outcomes: The identification of potential improvements to operational efficiency and recommendations as to where savings can be found. The identification of how to streamline recruitment processes with less duplication and bottlenecks. Recommendations for enhanced team performance through training needs analysis and process improvements. Suggestions for optimised technology usage, recommendations for automation to support seamless workflows. A clear roadmap for future improvements, driving long-term growth and scalability. This service is ideal for recruitment agencies with circa 50–500 employees who are experiencing operational inefficiencies such as bottlenecks in candidate placement, technology issues, or performance gaps that are hindering your growth. The service is also ideal for recruitment agencies looking to expand their service offering into the RPO or MSP space. Want to go into 2025 with your agency in the best possible shape? DM me for more info or book a call at https://lnkd.in/ejCb6-wP #staffing #recruitment #changemanagement

I am returning from my travels today after 2 and a half weeks travelling across the US (more on this in my travel diary in my newsletter next week). If you are having a challenging time in the current market I would love to offer you a complimentary call to see how I can support you. The link to book into my calendar is https://lnkd.in/ejCb6-wP #staffing #recruitment #changemanagement

It's only 1 week until my 50k Ultra Challenge hike around the Chilterns on 28th September!! Starting at 07:00 from Henley Upon Thames, I am hoping to finish within 12 hours, blisters permitting! This year I have chosen to support the animal charity - Blue Cross. As living expenses continue to rise, providing for beloved pets becomes increasingly difficult. This applies to daily meals or unexpected medical costs. Many families, individuals, and seniors rely on the companionship of their furry family members, for some, its the only contact or company that they have and for others its a life line to positive mental health so it is unfair for them to have to give them up due to financial strain. I know what my furry child means to me and the idea of something happening and not be able to care for him fully would break my heart. By supporting Blue Cross, I hope to ensure that pet food banks and veterinary assistance will always be accessible to those in need. If you would like to support me by making a donation to my Go Fund Me Page you'll find the link in comments. Wish me luck!! #recruitment #staffing #changemanagement

Issue 6 of Recruitment Trends & Industry Insights is OUT NOW!!! In this issue I discuss: 💡 49% of UK employees express a desire to leave their current jobs once the economy improves! 💡 The over 65 workforce. 💡 An exciting announcement! I hope that you enjoy it! Let me know your thoughts in comments. #staffing #recruitment #changemanagement

Why is bringing a Change and Transformation Manager with specialist recruitment industry knowledge into your project a good idea? Hiring a change and transformation manager not only allows you to focus on your tasks without distraction, I bring specialised knowledge and skills that you and your teams may not have, and can effectively lead the project while conducting research and handling any heavy lifting required. This frees up your time and energy, allowing you to focus on your daily responsibilities confidently. Is it worth it? Hiring a consultant to review your operational processes and tech stack goes beyond simple expenditures; it is an investment towards achieving operational excellence and gaining a competitive advantage in today's ever-changing business landscape. As an ex COO with over 20 years recruitment industry experience I offer a fresh perspective, untainted by internal biases, provide innovative ideas or a back to basics approach and thorough feedback. My expertise in identifying inefficiencies and proposing optimisations can lead to significant cost savings and increased ROI. As a consultant, I offer complete flexibility to customise services for each client's specific needs. No project is too big or small, whether you are based in the UK or internationally, I can support you with a couple of hours a week, a few hours a month or full time for a 6-9 month project as a couple of examples. This agility ensures maximum value and return on investment. With over 20 years of experience in the recruitment industry, my specialisation and passion lies in serving clients within the recruitment and staffing industry looking to identify operational efficiencies, improve productivity, increase revenue and achieve strategic growth. This focus ensures tailored solutions and expert knowledge in navigating recruitment technology and processes seamlessly. If you would like to chat about how I could potentially add value to your project then just book a call using the link in comments. #staffing #recruitment #changemanagement

I am so excited to share a huge announcement with you on Monday!! If you would like to be one of the first to know comment below and I'll tag you into Mondays post! #staffing #recruitment #changemanagement

I am so excited to share the latest issue of Recruitment Trends & Industry Insights with you! Featuring a "Market update" and "The cost of holiday breaks." Let me know what you think once you've read it in comments! #recruitment #staffing #changemanagement