

LEAP Listens
Sara MacGregor and Roger Cayless
LEAP Listens is a bitesize podcast hosted by Sara MacGregor and Roger Cayless who are both leaders in Employer Branding, Candidate Experience and Recruitment Marketing. In this ongoing series of podcasts they tackle client and industry themes and along the way host expert guests who provide opinion, stories and advice on the world of ‘people communications’.
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Jan 8, 2024 • 17min
Episode 53 | The relationship between corporate, consumer, and employer brands with Melony Gouna
As the new year begins, let's start 2024 on a high note! Join Roger and Sara as they chat with EB expert, Melony Gouna. In this episode Melony shares her expert tips and insights, shedding light on the differences between attracting talent and appealing to consumers. She talks about how you can go about aligning the two to maximise the impact of your brand. Melony doesn’t beat around the bush with her advice, listen in now and take your employer brand to the next level!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Dec 4, 2023 • 20min
Going back to basics with your employer brand strategy with Ben Phillips
In Episode 52, Roger and Sara were joined by Ben Phillips, Employer Branding expert. They talked about going back to basics with your employer brand and how brands can really overcomplicate things. Ben didn’t hold back and cut the fluff when talking about content strategy. "Do people care about Jane celebrating her work anniversary, It’s not engaging. You need to add value to my life or I'm out!" Listen in now and get your employer brand right.LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Nov 27, 2023 • 19min
Episode 51 | Is there such thing as ‘best practice’ in internal communications with Joanna Parsons
Joanna Parsons, founder of The Curious Route and an expert in internal communications, shares her insights on moving beyond 'best practices.' She argues for a tailored approach, emphasizing curiosity and adaptability. Joanna discusses the importance of aligning internal communications with business goals and overcoming common challenges, especially for remote teams. She highlights setting clear boundaries and the need for strategic clarity, all while navigating the complexities of communication roles in today’s evolving workplace.

Nov 20, 2023 • 22min
What EB can learn from the fundamentals of marketing with Glenn Lester
How can we use the four P’s in marketing to build a robust employer brand? Join Roger and Sara as they speak to Glenn Lester, employer branding expert at Amazon with over 15 years of experience. Glenn talks about going back to basics and how companies can build a strong foundation with employer branding using traditional marketing methods. LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Oct 25, 2023 • 23min
Episode 49 | Leveraging your ATS data to maximise your recruitment marketing with Bradley DiPaolo
Join Sara and Roger as they speak with recruitment marketing specialist, Bradley DiPaolo. In this episode, Brad talks about the importance of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) in recruitment and how companies can use this data effectively. Brad also speaks about why giving candidates a good experience in the hiring process is key when it comes to attracting top talent.LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Oct 9, 2023 • 13min
Episode 48 | Employer brand imagery; a photographer’s perspective with Ben Gold.
Join Sara and Roger as they chat with the perpetually cheerful photographer, Ben Gold. In this episode, Ben shares his method for capturing genuine and authentic content that allows brands to tell their unique stories. He also provides practical tips for putting people at ease and ensuring clients have a positive experience on the shoot.LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Oct 2, 2023 • 18min
Episode 47 | Capturing authentic stories in front of the camera with Tony Estrada
Join Sara and Roger as they chat with Anthony Estrada, an LA-based director, writer, and producer. In this episode, Tony takes us on his journey on how he found his passion for photography, all the way to working with celebrities like Nicki Minaj and Jennifer Lopez. Tony also offers his insights about capturing authentic moments and getting the best out of your employees in front of the camera.LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Sep 25, 2023 • 20min
Episode 46 | Debunking the myths about starting your employer brand with Simon Rutter
Join Sara and Roger as they chat with award-winning communications strategist and copywriter, Simon Rutter. In this episode, we talk about the early stages of building an employer brand. Simons gives his key insights on some common myths and misconceptions surrounding new employer brands, and offers valuable advice for those looking to build their employer brand on a tight budget.LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Sep 18, 2023 • 33min
Episode 45 | Shattering the norms: Lewes FC's pioneering equality in football with Karen Dobres
Join Roger and Sara as they speak with Karen Dobres, Co-owner of Lewes FC. In this episode, Karen takes us on her journey from once fearing football matches to being instrumental in driving the club's equality initiatives. Karen shares the genius marketing strategies she uses to attract even more fans to the women's game. Don't miss this empowering episode!LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk

Sep 11, 2023 • 36min
Episode 44 | Gen Z’s expectations from the workplace with Lucy Kemp
We have all heard lots about Gen Z - they aren't loyal to their jobs, they expect too much, they are impossible to please! But is any of this true? Join Roger and Sara as they speak to employee experience specialist Lucy Kemp. In this episode, Lucy shares her expertise and insights on what Gen Zs really wants from work, offering valuable insights to employers and shedding light on how this generation is reshaping the workplace for the future.LEAP Listens is brought to you by LEAP Create, an award-winning people communications agency. Find out more at leapcreate.co.uk