Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
People are at the heart of every successful organisation—and finding, attracting, and retaining the right talent has never been more important. At The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, we explore the evolving world of recruitment and talent acquisition with leaders from in-house teams, agencies, and beyond.
From identifying top talent and building high-performing teams to embracing diversity, leveraging technology, and navigating changing candidate expectations, our guests share real-world experiences and forward-thinking strategies that are shaping the future of hiring.
Whether you're a recruiter, hiring manager, or someone interested in the people side of business, these conversations offer fresh insights and practical wisdom from the frontlines of talent acquisition.
#27. Quinntessential Questions with Elton Apps: A Career in Recruitment, HR & Financial Planning
In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, we sit down with Elton Apps whose career journey spans recruitment, HR, finance & insurance and entrepreneurship. From being born in Malta, to growing up in Indonesia and Singapore and studying political science to working in the finance industry for close to two decades - our guest shares key lessons from his diverse experiences.
#1. Quinntessential Questions with Neil Bullock: World Best Flavoured Gin, Lessons from Business Ventures
Join Paul Quinn and Neil Bullock on "The Quinntessential Questions Podcast" as they explore Neil's entrepreneurial journey, focusing on scaling businesses across industries and continents. From the Middle East to Australia and Hong Kong, Neil shares insights on overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities in recruitment, fintech, and beyond. Discover how his move to the Barossa Valley led to founding the acclaimed Barossa Distilling Company to winning the World Best Flavoured Gin 2024, offering actionable advice for entrepreneurs and professionals learning to adapt and aiming to transition into new industries in today's competitive landscape.
#22. Quinntessential Questions with Jia Hui. Ex SG Military; Inspiring Journey of Resilience & Growth
In this episode, Ong Jia Hui takes us on a remarkable journey from starting in fitness to enlisting in the army, where she navigates the unique challenges of being a female soldier. We discuss the lessons learned, the impact of education, and the transition from military life to a career in banking and recruitment. 
#17. Quinntessential Questions with Will Probert, Inside Hong Kong’s Business World: Entrepreneurial Success
Welcome to today’s podcast! Our guest, Will Probert, takes us through an inspiring journey from recruitment to HR consulting, then to building their own corporate services company. We’ll explore Hong Kong’s resurgence, the Dubai-Hong Kong business connection, and the evolving recruitment trends shaping today’s market.
#2. Quinntessential Questions with Mustafa Jaffar: Skills-based Careers: The Next Frontier
"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter and Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, talks to Mustafa Jaffar, a senior global HR Executive at Standard Chartered, about his career, and the key human skills he recommends building to stay relevant in these uncertain times.