LEAP Listens

In our first episode of Series 6 of LEAP Listens, Roger and Sara chat with Rich Gordon about his experience of creating an alumni network at King. Rich shares how these networks help keep former employees connected, making it easier to re-engage them later. He also explains the benefits of maintaining strong relationships with alumni, from retaining loyalty to creating opportunities for rehiring.LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

In this episode of LEAP Listens, hosts Roger Cayless and Sara MacGregor welcome employer branding expert James Ellis, all the way from Chicago. James shares his insights on how businesses of all sizes can develop a minimum viable employer brand, attract top talent, and move beyond "post and pray" hiring strategies. Tune in for a conversation packed with actionable tips and strategic insights to help companies differentiate themselves and build a brand that resonates with the right candidates in today's competitive hiring landscape. Tune in now!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

In this episode of LEAP Listens hosts Roger Cayless and Sara MacGregor welcome employer branding expert Hassan AlHindwan, all the way from Dubai, as they talk about ways to secure senior leadership buy-in. Hassan offers practical tips on how to effectively communicate with the C-suite, tackle common challenges, and engage key stakeholders. If you're looking for straightforward strategies to strengthen your employer branding efforts and clearly show the value it can bring to senior leaders, this episode is a must-listen!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

In the latest episode of LEAP Listens, hosts Roger and Sara chat with Sean Allen about the benefits of hiring return-to-work talent. With over 16 years of recruitment experience, Sean delves into how this approach can enhance workplace diversity and why organisations should embrace it. He also discusses the challenges these candidates face and how businesses can support them effectively. Don’t miss this insightful episode. Tune in now!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

 Join Roger Cayless and Sara MacGregor for the final episode of our special series with exaqueo. In this episode, Shannon Smedstad talks about designing experiences for company's that truly reflect their employer brand. With her expertise in employee communications, Shannon shares her insights on creating meaningful experiences that attract and retain top talent. She also discusses aligning brand messaging with employee experiences, building emotional connections, and empowering employees to help bring your employer brand to life.Don’t miss out on these expert insights. Tune in now!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Join Roger Cayless and Sara MacGregor as we dive into episode three of our special series with exaqueo.In this episode, Emily Fritz talks about building authentic employer brands. With over 15 years of experience, Emily shares her insights on balancing individuality and brand identity, sharing how companies can celebrate employee's unique contributions while maintaining a consistent brand. Don’t miss out on these expert insights. Tune in now!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Join Roger and Sara for four exclusive episodes in partnership with exaqueo. In this special series, they team up with employer brand specialists to give you an insider’s perspective on life at a top employer brand consulting firm. In episode two, Alyssa Bani talks about the work she does in crafting compelling employer brand stories. Alyssa also shares how she uses her skills to help companies create positive changes in their workplace culture and keep employees engaged. Don’t miss out on these expert insights. Tune in now!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Join Roger and Sara for four exclusive episodes in partnership with exaqueo. In this special series, they team up with employer brand specialists to give you an insider’s perspective on life at a top employer brand consulting firm.In the first episode, Jon Wenglikowski reveals how he leads exaqueo’s research team in crafting custom research plans for clients. Discover how these insights shape employer brands and transform the employee experience.Don’t miss out on these expert insights. Tune in now!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Join Roger and Sara as they chat with Alex Hentschel, Managing Director of Kademy. In this episode, Alex talks about the impact AI is having on internal comms teams, the ethical dilemmas it brings, and the human skills that will remain vital for internal comms teams as AI continues to evolve. Don't miss this insightful episode, tune in now!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

 In the latest episode of LEAP Listens, hosts Roger and Sara chat with consultant Bud Johnston. In this episode, Bud shares his career journey and how he got into specialising in the DEI & ESG space, talking about the impactful work he's doing to help businesses create positive and inclusive cultures. Bud also highlights the initiatives he's set up, like Men of Melanin, and how they've built a community to support and help people. Don't miss this insightful episode, tune in now! LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk