In this episode, Dan interviews Gary Laybourne, CEO of Coach Core. Gary shares his extensive experience in youth development through sports and he discusses his innovative approach to hiring. 

Dan and Gary delve into the flaws of traditional recruitment methods, the importance of tailoring the interview process to the role, and the value of focusing on candidates' values and culture fit over rigid qualifications. Gary also highlights the need for organisations to reflect on their hiring practices and adapt to attract diverse talent effectively.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Talent Talks

00:36 Meet Gary Laybourne: Youth Development Advocate

01:44 Gary's Insights on Recruitment Challenges

04:17 Innovative Hiring Practices at Coach Core

07:11 Balancing Skills and Values in Hiring

14:05 Reflecting on Recruitment Processes

24:01 The Importance of Mentorship in Recruitment

25:41 Challenges with Recruitment Consultants

28:26 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways