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Great read for those in my network considering a move from the corporate world to a startup … interesting insight from Duncan Burgess and brilliantly curated by Thomas West…

How can finance leaders successfully make the move from corporates to startups? The second instalment of my "Succeeding in a Startup" interview series is with experience Tech CFO Duncan Burgess. It was great to get the chance to speak with him and discuss his journey and experience with making the jump into the startup/scaleup world. #startups #scaleup #tech #finance #cfoinsights #cfo #financeleader #fundraise #recruitment

**Ready to Jumpstart Your Job Search This Autumn?** As summer winds down, it's the perfect time to reflect on your career goals and explore new opportunities. Here are some fresh strategies to enhance your job search: 1. **Timing is Key**: Did you know that September is one of the busiest months for hiring? Companies are eager to fill positions after the summer lull, so now is the time to act! 2. **Self-Reflection**: Take a moment to reflect on your career. What do you genuinely want to achieve? Do you want to change direction completely? Clarity will guide your job search. 3. **Expand Your Network**: Reconnect with your professional contacts and explore new networking opportunities. Summer catch-ups can lead to valuable conversations about potential roles. 4. **Update Your Resume**: Ensure your CV and LinkedIn profile reflect your latest skills and experiences. Highlight any key achievements or new skills gained. 5. **Prepare for Opportunities**: Use this time to research potential employers and key contacts in your desired sector. Being proactive will set you apart when hiring volumes pick up. 6. **Maintain Balance**: Remember to enjoy the last days of summer. Taking breaks can help keep your job search productive and your mind clear. Let's make the most of this Autumn's hiring season! What strategies are you using to kickstart your job search? Share your thoughts below. 👇 #JobSearch #CareerGoals #Networking #CV

Most people who know me, know I love a challenge - but it remains to be seen if the 496 Challenge I’ve signed up for is a step too far (pun intended) even for me! For those unfamiliar with what it involves, I’ll be running a total of 496k in September - starting with a 1k run on the 1st of September and then an extra kilometre per day for the next 30 days. The back end of the challenge is horrendous 25k followed by 26k followed by 27k.. you get the drift! While this might sound a bit nuts (and it probably is!) I’m doing it to raise money for a cause that’s really close to my heart. I’m hoping, with your help, to raise at least £1000 for The Christie NHS Foundation Trust based in Manchester. Whether it’s my knees or legs in pain, or mental demons telling me to stop, none of the discomfort involved will come close to the physical or mental pain that anyone fighting cancer must deal with ….. so in that last week or so when things get really tough, it will be time to suck it up, lace the trainers up and get back out there to complete the challenge. I know first-hand about the amazing work that The Christie does for those suffering from cancer and the support they provide for their families. My own father was treated there up until his early death from the disease 18months ago, and I saw then how they went above and beyond to ensure he had the best possible care throughout his illness. Unfortunately, I’m also close to others who are currently being affected by this terrible disease. Cancer will impact nearly all of us during our lifetimes, because we or someone we know will suffer from it. Places like The Christie need our help to ensure they can continue supporting sufferers and their loved ones, and also to fund research that will ensure that more people survive cancer in the future. So I’d deeply appreciate any donation however small so that together we can help The Christie continue their invaluable work in the North West. TalentEdge https://lnkd.in/euYYdJgi

Boost Productivity with Effective Onboarding! 🚀 Stop losing talent and time by investing in a robust onboarding program. Optimizing the employee onboarding experience can: Enhance employee retention Increase productivity Both are crucial as businesses navigate disruption and change in today’s market. Plus, retaining employees boosts overall staff morale. Q: How do you ensure new hires are set up for success from the start? Invest in an onboarding program that includes personalized training, mentoring, and 1:1 feedback. Avoid overwhelming new hires with documents and throwing them in the deep end to see how they “survive.” Instead, sit down, listen, and create a trusted space for them to ask questions. If this isn’t a regular part of your process, you’re not setting yourself up for true talent success. Underrated tip: Employees stay longer if they have a mentor in the company or use an external coach. Have you ever been part of an onboarding program? How was your experience? #Onboarding #EmployeeRetention #Productivity #HR #Coaching

How can finance leaders successfully make the move from corporates to startups? A huge thank you to Sanjay Bowry for taking the time to sit down with me to discuss his experience with exactly this move and kick start this interview series. #startups #scaleup #tech #finance #cfoinsights #cfo #financeleader #fundraise #recruitment

A big welcome to David Nolan, who joins us as a Managing Consultant on the TalentEdge Tech team. David has over 10 years' recruitment experience together with a huge amount of drive and enthusiasm that means he's a fantastic fit for our team. And we're still hiring!!!! I'm keen to speak to experienced recruiters who want to work in a fast moving, client-centric, consultative environment where you have all the advantages of an established brand and supportive team while still retaining your autonomy and ability to forge your own path to success. Get in touch to find out more details about the incredibly exciting opportunities we're currently offering along with our market-leading benefits and commission packages. #recruitmentconsultant #recruitmentjobs #wearehiring #financerecruitment #accountancyjobs

As an HRD are you ready for ESG? What role should you play in your company’s sustainability/ESG reporting strategy?    An increasing number of businesses are having to report on sustainability – this uptick is due to increased legislation (most notably and recently CSRD) as well as customer/client demands or to meet the expectations of consumers and their workforce.   People leaders will need to play more than just a participatory role in ensuring their organisations are prepared for this.   It’s crucial that People leaders understand what’s involved in creating robust ESG reports with particular emphasis on people-related insights— so that HR departments can influence their company's strategic direction towards sustainability goals while also ensuring compliance with mandatory reporting requirements   Talentedge are partnering with KEY ESG – experts on all things related to ESG reporting including the intricacies of CSRD – to host a webinar for HRDs that will demystify CSRD and help them understand how they can take a lead on sustainability reporting.   Watch this space for more details! #hr #esg

I'm incredibly excited to announce that Nathan Reddick and Cheyanne Mason joined TalentEdge this week and bring with them some fantastic experience combined with enthusiasm, passion and drive. Cheyanne is working with our Marketing Services and Consumer clients to hire qualified finance talent, while Nathan is managing FinTech finance recruitment on the Tech team. A big welcome to both of you! #financerecruitment #recconjobs

Hiring for finance talent isn’t as straight forward as it used to be.    For forward looking CFOs, replacing like-for-like or hiring based solely on experience won’t help them find the talent they need the meet future challenges.   Finance leaders need an agile team that’s capable of adapting at pace as the CFO’s remit expands far beyond finance and digital transformation continues at pace.    So how are businesses building a future-proofed finance team?   ✅Skills-based recruitment: As our clients move away from hiring based solely on qualifications or experience – we’re helping them assess and search for the key skills they need ✅Diverse experience: We’re working with clients to help them discover candidates with diverse experience that expands their team’s capabilities   ✅Transferable skills: The demand for communication skills, leadership and creativity are increasingly important at every level  ✅Growth mindset: Roles are being reconfigured rapidly as technology continues to advance, so an openness to learning new skills and thinking beyond their current position is essential    TalentEdge North works with businesses ranging from high growth startups to global groups across the North-West to recruit future-proofed finance talent with the skills and experience they need now and in the future.    Get in touch with one of the team to find out more about how we can help you:    Neil Whitaker - CFO/FD role across the North West Andy Ross - CFO/FD/Audit/Tax/Accountancy in practice and industry across the North West Abbie Smith – Qualified finance roles across the North West Charlotte Hilton - Transactional & Part-Qualified finance in Greater Manchester Luke Hodgson - Transactional & Part-Qualified finance in Lancashire     #growthmindset #skillsbasedhiring #AI #financerecruitment #accountancyrecruitment