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Last week, I met the ex-head of a very well known Financial Services regulator. He’s…

As a recruiter, I’ve seen it happen endless times. A struggling company, desperate to turn…

In order to grow in any aspect of life requires dedication and self-conscious investment. Great…

In my career to date, I’ve been lucky to work with hundreds of successful entrepreneurs.…

Last week I met the head of innovation at one of the leading UK banks.…

Perhaps no subject causes as much internal conflict as the issue of work vs family.…

On Friday evening I met the CEO of a fast growing FinTech company for dinner.…

Recently, I’ve been working on a CTO search for a well known global software company.…

A career in recruitment has taught me many valuable lessons. The biggest of which has…

Leadership is tough. Especially when the stakes are high. And when mistakes are easy to…

Right now I’m recruiting heavily for startups. With FinTech booming and investor cash readily available,…

Ironically, the most important principles in life as usually the most simple. To be happy,…

Just before Christmas, I had a bad experience with a client. Nothing massively dramatic, just…

However strong leadership may be, fallout at some stage is inevitable. As complex beings we…

Recently a close family member of ours had a big health scare. As part of…

“And is there anything else I should know about you guys Jas?” It was probably…

Last week I met one of our closest clients for lunch. The Chief Revenue Officer…

Life as a recruiter can sometimes be challenging. Especially when it comes to giving interview…

Recently, I’ve been given a rare opportunity to shadow a long term mentor of mine.…

Recently my eldest son has started a new school. As a shy and often hesitant…

Recently my son has been learning how to swim. It’s not something that has come…

In ten years as a recruiter working with several high performing and often well known…

Life as a salesperson can be a roller coaster. The despondency of rejection. The excitement…

Us humans don’t like uncertainty. Trying to predict where the economy is going. Needing to…

In modern life, we’re all constantly reminded of the need for balance. Work. Socialise. Sleep.…

The last few months, I’ve spent a considerable chunk of my time in Switzerland. One…

As the Fintech industry moves ever closer to gaining popular acceptance and becomes more disruptive,…

My very first boss was an excellent conversationalist. Be it an emergency, a need to…

There has been a lot of discussion in recent years about the growing prevalence and…

Downsizing at banks across the globe, coupled with the growing acceptance and prevalence of technology…

Tony Hsieh the founder of Zappos.com once shared in an interview that bad hiring decisions…

Leadership can have it’s ups and downs. On the high side – the glory, the…

Life as a recruiter can be very enlightening. Especially when it comes to seeing what…

When hiring, sometimes what happens outside the interview room can be even more important than…

One of the most interesting aspects of the interview process is the subject of discussing…

It’s February, the month of love, and here at Iopa Solutions we are a sentimental…

Interviews can be quite formal affairs. Detailed questioning. Highlighting relevant experience. And nowadays the customary…

It’s that time of the year again. The annual recruitment drive. New expectations for the…

Decisiveness is one of the most underrated principles in success. When assessing others (and even…

Emotional intelligence has become a commonly used buzz-word in the business world. In fact, studies…

At Iopa Solutions we decided it was about time we took a good look around…

When analyzing others most of us get focussed. Sometimes, too focussed. If we’re keen to…

It’s frustrating being left hanging. We can tolerate higher prices. We can even accept slightly…

Success is built on the right type of motivation. In fact, usually the best relationships…

One of our oldest client relationships is a global manufacturing company. They have one of…

In the early days of my career I craved for more efficiency. I’d been programmed to…

Got to send that email….Mustn’t forget to call Steve….Really need to re-order my contact lenses….What…

For the last three months I’ve been partnering with an ultra-fast growing start-up. The company…

Please Daddy? No. Please, please, pleeeeease? I said No. Ok then……But pleaaaaasse, can I have…

We’ve all been there. Maybe at school. Maybe at work. Maybe at home. We’ve not…

It’s that time of month again – Book of the Month! So last month we…

One of my earliest heart-breaking memories is from eight years old. Mrs Fletcher, the school…

Business often hinges on the right conversation. Boardroom presentations, multi-million dollar sales engagements, high pressure…

Ah Competiton. Always an interesting topic of conversation. And we all have our own ideas…

Ready Jas? You bet I was. This was the moment I’d been waiting for all…

Last month I found my first white hair. In fact, not one but several. I’ve…

Growing up, my dad was pretty tough. When I was just ten years old, I…

It’s great when things go right. Especially when it’s you that is the driving force…

Time is money. Or so the saying goes. I’m sure most of us would agree.…

In the early days of my career I craved for more efficiency. I’d been programmed to…

We all want something. A faster car, straighter golf swing and a rippled six-pack are…

Success is an unpredictable formula. In ten years as a recruier working with over 15,000…

Watching the IAAF World Championships this weekend has been an enlightening experience. I’ve always found professional…

Recently I’ve been working closely with a newly appointed CEO of a well known UK…

Recently my internet at home has been playing up. After numerous emails and logs through…

Growing up, I was pretty good at chess. Although I much preferred outdoor sports like…

Last month I got invited to one of my client’s annual conference. They are a…

In a world of increasing choice it’s never been more important to be more efficient.…

Delegation is a key component of success. In a fast changing and increasingly competitive world,…

Social media lead generation or cold-calling? The tried and trusted 10 year old database or…

It’s a great time to be alive.  Technology, globalization and freedom of speech is growing…

By Jas Singh Worry is the silent killer. We read about rising rates of heart…

Last week I met a VP of product management we recently placed with a SaaS…

By Jas Singh My job involves a lot of “selling”. Meeting new clients, giving presentations,…

By Jas Singh The greatest leaders have a unique ability. In a world where specialized…

By Jas Singh There is a big difference between manipulation and persuasion. Convincing or forcing…

By Jas Singh There’s nothing more irritating than listening to another person rambling on. Another…

By Jas Singh We’ve all been there. It’s so hard to decide. Our head says…

By Jas Singh When I was a boy I used to spend the weekends at…

By Jas Singh Ten years in the recruitment industry has taught me a lot about…

By Jas Singh In ten years as a recruiter working with over 13,000 different people…

By Jas Singh It’s easy to get excited in the workplace. We’ve all been in…

By Jas Singh Not so long ago, most of us had a stereotyped image of…

By Jas Singh The best sales person I know works in the software industry. She…

By Jas Singh Recently one of my best clients, and more importantly a good friend,…

By Jas Singh There is a common misconception in management that employees who are not…

By Jas Singh We often believe those in positions of leadership have it all. Respect,…

By Jas Singh Right now, I’m in the process of interviewing several high profile CEO’s…

By Jas Singh Recruiting at a senior level can often be a funny thing. You’d…

By Jas Singh Last year we did a lot of recruiting for an American internet…

By Jas Singh Recently my son has started to learn French. Since my parents are from…

By Jas Singh My son is about to start school. And naturally, like most parents,…

By Jas Singh Perhaps the most frustrating part of working in groups is when you…

By Jas Singh About three years ago, I was working with a technology entrepreneur based…

By Jas Singh When I gave up my career as a 20-something Pharmacist for The…

By Jas Singh A few months ago, we made a decision to change our internal…

By Jas Singh We live in a world that is busier than ever before. Technology…

By Jas Singh Relationships are funny things. As social creatures we thrive on them. They’re…

By Jas Singh Life is an emotional roller-coaster. Ups and downs, highs and lows. We’ve…

By Jas Singh My son is now three years old. And as many parents may…

By Jas Singh Water is the fountain of life. In fact scientists have now proven…

By Jas Singh Last week I was having dinner at a hotel I was staying…

By Jas Singh In ten years as a hiring specialist, I’ve noticed that high achievers…

By Jas Singh Power is essential for any major achievement. What is power? According to…

By Jas Singh Most of us know what we want most in life. Many of…

By Jas Singh In the modern world we all strive for achievement. Whether it is…

By Jas Singh Working in the recruitment industry, one of the most difficult things to…

By Jas Singh Often I ask people what has been the best thing about their…

By Jas Singh Successful leaders often reach the top. Recognition, reward and power can be…

By Jas Singh Ten years when I first started in the recruitment industry I pitched…

By Jas Singh Outstanding leadership starts within. In ten years as a hiring specialist I’ve…

By Jas Singh Last year we worked on a Global Head of Product Development search…

By Jas Singh Leaders are often most needed when times are tough. When their people…

By Jas Singh Recently, one of my good friends took a job within the financial services…

By Jas Singh “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all…

By Jas Singh Age is never a factor when it comes to achievement. We all…

By Jas Singh Perhaps the hardest decision any leader has to make is to identify…

By Jas Singh Let’s be totally honest. Most of us wouldn’t mind being rich. Yeah…

By Jas Singh How early do you get up in the morning? Are you up…

By Jas Singh About three years ago, one of my clients reached out to me…

By Jas Singh Leadership is often demanding. In the hustle and bustle of a typical…

By Jas Singh My job is meeting people. A lot of people. In ten years…

By Jas Singh Two weeks ago I took my son and his cousin sister to…

By Jas Singh Moving jobs is a big decision. It’s what defines our entire careers.…

By Jas Singh In 2012 I was lucky enough to get invited to the Dreamforce…

By Jas Singh On average, I meet around six new people a day. And as…

By Jas Singh Most of aspire to leadership at some stage in our lives. Might…

By Jas Singh n business, often too much personal success can be seen as “dangerous”…

By Jas Singh Last night I watched the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League between…

By Jas Singh Last August I was working on a CEO search for fast growing global…

By Jas Singh “Just call him back” my manager said. “Just tell her you think…

By Jas Singh Recently a lot has been written about management vs leadership. The truth…

By Jas Singh I have this prehistoric image. 100,000 years ago mankind doing pretty well.…

By Jas Singh We’ve all been victim to it. We’ve also all done it. There’s…

By Jas Singh We all make mistakes. Sometimes big ones. Sometimes ones that make us…

By Jas Singh My hero in life has always been my Dad. As far back…

By Jas Singh It’s often said a picture says a thousand words. For even the…

By Jas Singh I grew up in a small English town about 50 minutes drive…

By Jas Singh My brother and I are only 14 months apart in age. Growing…

By Jas Singh Last December I finally got the chance to meet a new client…

By Jas Singh When I first began my career in The City as a twenty…

By Jas Singh I’m often asked what is the number one reason why people decide…

By Jas Singh This month we’re about to release our annual CEO study. We do…

By Jas Singh “Thanks for coming over at late notice Jas. Flying back today?” “Yes…

By Jas Singh I’m a self-confessed business geek. I love learning from great leaders and…

By Jas Singh Last year I visited the offices of one of the best known…

By Jas Singh Leaders. Those who lead from the front. Make big decisions. Steering the…

By Jas Singh We all want success. And nowadays, opportunity has never been greater. Online…

By Jas Singh Three weeks ago, I was very excited. As part of a large…

By Jas Singh The one thing that is constant for all of us is time.…

By Jas Singh Change can often be for the good. We all want to grow…

By Jas Singh The fastest way to become the best is to model the best.…

By Jas Singh As a hiring specialist, for many years I’ve been vocalising the importance…

By Jas Singh Today’s my second day at Tony Robbin’s annual seminar “Unleash The Power…

By Jas Singh Today I’m in the Excel Theatre, East London. Usually the scene for…

By Jas Singh Last week, the United Nation’s International Day of Happiness took place. Led…

By Jas Singh The Sunday before last, I received a call around 6pm in the…

By Jas Singh So Jas, any questions? I looked down at my paper pad. It…

By Jas Singh Ah sleep. Loved by us all. Soft, snuggley, bedsheets. Warm and inviting.…

By Jas Singh A proud father of two children, being a parent has been the…

By Jas Singh Happy Happiness Day everyone! Today is International Day of Happiness. Happiness is…

By Jas Singh We all like to win. Or at least get what we want.…

By Jas Singh Most of us have something we want to say. A message we…

By Jas Singh For a country with only 4.6 million people, the Republic of Ireland…

By Jas Singh As humans we have one major advantage of over every other creature…

By Jas Singh Leadership is often about giving. Putting the needs of others ahead of…

By Jas Singh Everyone in life needs a break. That one opportunity that we are…

By Jas Singh The other day I needed to transfer some money online to my…

By Jas Singh Nowadays it’s cool to work for a start-up. With the growing influence…

By Jas Singh The worst part of my job is when you hear someone you…

By Jas Singh There is a dirty, dark secret to recruiting. Something that many people…

By Jas Singh It’s a classic recruitment scenario. Business is booming in the local markets.…

By Jas Singh After thousands of years of unequal pay, opportunity and career advancement finally…

By Jas Singh I grew up as one of three children. My parents were working…

By Jas Singh There are some great parallels between the worlds of business and sports.…

By Jas Singh There is a rule of thumb when it comes to hiring. Something…

By Jas Singh An increasing trend I have noted over the past few years is…

By Jas Singh It sounds like a no-brainer. You’ve known each other for years. You…

By Jas Singh Psychologists have proven beyond question for some time that visualization is a…

By Jas Singh One of the most inspirational people I have ever known is Lord…

By Jas Singh My curtains were closed for weeks. I wanted to stay in bed…

By Jas Singh I’ve worked on quite a lot of board level searches in the…

By Jas Singh The City of London is a pretty secretive place. The traditional home…

By Jas Singh My first ever job in the City of London was working for…

By Jas Singh Nowadays, everyone likes a trial. The leap of faith seems to have…

By Jas Singh Often I am asked what makes a person successful in their career.…

By Jas Singh This week I was passed an interesting link by one of our…

By Jas Singh One of my favourite books is Napoleon Hill’s classic “Think and Grow…

By Jas Singh It’s a great era to be involved in business. The best thing…

By Jas Singh Perhaps the biggest enquiry I receive from leaders today is finding experienced…

By Jas Singh Perhaps the most frustrating part of any hiring manager’s job is when…

By Jas Singh Perhaps the most difficult type of recruitment at all, is one that…

By Jas Singh It’s 4 am London time on Valentines day 2015. I’m an early…

By Jas Singh Last year I was lucky enough to attend a business lecture by…

By Jas Singh Just before Christmas, one of our clients shortlisted a strong candidate for…

By Jas Singh Last week I was at the offices at one of my clients…

By Jas Singh All the data shows that we’re about to enter a period of…

By Jas Singh Last week in an interview with CNN Money, John Sculley the man…

By Jas Singh In the entertainment industry, hiring has a huge role to play in…

By Jas Singh Ray Croc was the man who brought the McDonalds franchise from the…

By Jas Singh As part of inspiring leaders on the power of hiring, I thought…

By Jas Singh About a year ago, I finally started to take golf lessons. A…

by Jas Singh, Iopa Solutions Everyone in this world has something to give. Often, we…

by Jas Singh Over the Christmas holidays, I watched the movie Frozen with my children…

by Jas Singh We all have icons in business and in life. Often these people…

By Jas Singh Every business has tried it. Some even thrive on it. The banking…

It’s so frustrating. The first interview was perfect. We really liked each other. We called…

We’ve all done it many times. A sales vacancy arises. We hire the superstar from…

Loyalty has always been of importance to us hiring managers. We all want to invest…