EP073 – Breaking Down Recruitment for MSPs In-House vs. Recruiter with Jane Matthews
It's a Numbers Game · The MSP Finance Team
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Show Notes
In this episode, Jane discusses the paradox within the Managed Service Provider (MSP) industry where companies readily outsource IT management but hesitate to outsource recruitment. The conversation delves into the inefficiencies and costs of in-house recruitment, the value of specialized recruiters, and the significance of cultural and technical fit in hiring. The challenges of the recruitment industry, perceptions of integrity, and effective strategies for MSPs to select and collaborate with recruiters are also highlighted. Jane shares insights from her extensive experience and provides thoughtful perspectives on future trends in recruitment and workforce management.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Title Reveal
00:09 The Irony of MSPs and Recruitment
01:44 Breaking Down Recruitment Costs
02:47 The Recruitment Process: Steps and Challenges
05:43 The Role of Recruiters and Industry Perception
08:41 Ethics and Integrity in Recruitment
17:29 Finding the Right Fit: Behavioural and Technical Skills
19:52 Long-term Planning and Recruitment Strategies
22:25 Counter Offers and Salary Negotiations
25:23 In-house Recruitment vs. External Recruiters
27:11 Future of Recruitment in a Global Workforce
29:44 Conclusion and Shameless Plug
Connect with Jane Matthews on LinkedIn by clicking here – https://www.linkedin.com/in/janematthewsitrecruiter/
Connect with Daniel Welling on LinkedIn by clicking here – https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-welling-54659715/
Connect with Adam Morris on LinkedIn by clicking here – linkedin.com/in/adamcmorris
Visit The MSP Finance Team website, simply click here – https://www.mspfinanceteam.com/
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