Videos

Oct. 6, 2026

Recruiters Need More Than Just a CRM | Adam Gordon

Recruiters don't just need candidate data. They need the right information, tools and content at every stage of the hiring process. In this clip, Adam Gordon joins James Whitelock on The Marketing Rules Podcast to explain why recruiter enablement is becoming one of the biggest trends in talent acquisition, and…

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Oct. 5, 2026

The Marketing Rules Live | Building A Recruitment Marketing Budget For 2027

As recruitment businesses begin planning for 2027, now is the perfect time to ask a simple question: Is your marketing budget actually being invested in the right places? Too often, recruitment businesses either underinvest in marketing, spread their budget too thinly, or struggle to measure whether their investment is delivering…

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Oct. 3, 2026

AI Won't Replace Recruiters | Mohammad Mehrabani

Will AI replace recruiters? In this clip, Mohammad Mehrabani explains why his team chose to understand recruiters before building AI, why empathy matters when creating technology, and why he believes recruiters will continue to play a vital role in the future of hiring. 🎥 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Lt7dMtb6kLk…

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Oct. 1, 2026

What Led Me to Build a $200M Company | Mohammad Mehrabani

Every successful business starts with a reason. In this clip, Mohammad Mehrabani shares what inspired him to leave corporate life, build EV Passport, scale it to 5,000 charging stations across the US, and become part of a $200 million acquisition. 🎥 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Lt7dMtb6kLk #MarketingRules #Entrepreneurship #Leadership…

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Sept. 26, 2026

Success Isn't Always About Money | Mohammad Mehrabani

Success isn't always measured by how much money you make. In this clip, Mohammad Mehrabani explains why purpose mattered more than profit, how his journey as an immigrant shaped his perspective, and why he chose to build in recruitment and AI by first understanding recruiters rather than trying to replace…

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Sept. 25, 2026

Why Recruitment Doesn't Need Another Tool (Yet) | Mohammad Mehrabani

Recruitment technology is evolving faster than ever, but does the industry really need more tools? In this episode of The Marketing Rules Podcast, James Whitelock is joined by Mohammad Mehrabani, Co-Founder of Tavi, to explore why the future of recruitment isn't about adding more technology, but making technology work better…

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Sept. 13, 2026

Use AI Without Losing Your Authenticity | Rhona Pierce

AI can help you create content. But it shouldn't replace your thinking. In this clip, Rhona Pierce joins James Whitelock on The Marketing Rules Podcast to explain why AI works best as a thought partner, and why your unique voice is still your biggest competitive advantage. We cover: • How…

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Aug. 22, 2026

Why LinkedIn Feels Different Today | Rhona Pierce

People often say LinkedIn is becoming Facebook. But what if LinkedIn hasn't changed... work has? In this clip, Rhona Pierce joins James Whitelock on The Marketing Rules Podcast to explain why the modern workplace looks nothing like it did 20 years ago, and why the way we communicate professionally has…

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Aug. 17, 2026

The Marketing Rules Live | What Should Recruitment Marketing Actually Be Doing?

What should recruitment marketing actually be doing? For many recruitment businesses, marketing has become synonymous with posting on LinkedIn, updating a website or sending the occasional email. But recruitment marketing should be doing far more than creating content. It should be building authority, attracting the right candidates and clients, strengthening…

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Aug. 15, 2026

Stop Chasing LinkedIn Impressions | Rhona Pierce

More impressions don't always mean more business. In this clip, Rhona Pierce joins James Whitelock on The Marketing Rules Podcast to explain why the best content creators focus on conversations, not vanity metrics. We cover: Why impressions aren't the metric that matters The difference between reach and real engagement Why…

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Aug. 14, 2026

Why More LinkedIn Content Won't Make You More Influential | Rhona Pierce

In this episode of The Marketing Rules Podcast, James Whitelock is joined by Rhona Pierce to explore why creating more content isn't the same as building more influence. As AI makes it easier than ever to produce posts, articles and videos, authenticity has become one of the most valuable assets…

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Aug. 9, 2026

Recruiters Need More Than Just a CRM | Adam Gordon

Recruiters don't just need candidate data. They need the right information, tools and content at every stage of the hiring process. In this clip, Adam Gordon joins James Whitelock on The Marketing Rules Podcast to explain why recruiter enablement is becoming one of the biggest trends in talent acquisition, and…

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Aug. 8, 2026

Great Positioning Starts with Belief | James Whitelock

The most memorable recruitment brands don't just explain what they do. They communicate what they believe. In this RecTalk clip, James Whitelock and Nitin Sharma discuss why genuine conviction is the foundation of strong positioning and lasting authority. When your messaging reflects a clear point of view, your marketing becomes…

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Aug. 4, 2026

Why Being Known by Everyone Isn't the Goal | James Whitelock

Many recruitment businesses believe growth comes from reaching a bigger audience. In this RecTalk clip, James Whitelock and Nitin Sharma explain why the strongest brands focus on becoming known by the right people, not everyone. Owning a conversation within a specific niche builds authority, creates trust and makes future growth…

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July 30, 2026

The Operating System for Recruiters | Adam Gordon

Recruitment technology is evolving beyond point solutions. In this clip, James Whitelock speaks with Adam Gordon about how recruiter enablement is changing, why workflows matter more than individual tools, and what it means to build an operating system for recruiters. We cover: • Why recruiters need more than an ATS…

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July 28, 2026

The Evolving Role of Recruiters | Adam Gordon

The role of recruiters is changing. In this clip, James Whitelock speaks with Adam Gordon about how automation is reshaping talent acquisition, why the traditional 360 recruiter is becoming less common, and where recruiters will create the greatest value in the future. We cover: • Why talent acquisition teams are…

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July 26, 2026

Why Vanity Metrics Are Not the Real Measure of Authority | James Whitelock

High engagement does not always mean high intent. In this RecTalk clip, James Whitelock and Nitin Sharma discuss why recruitment businesses should look beyond likes, impressions and other vanity metrics when judging whether their content is working. Some of the lowest-performing posts on the surface can generate the most valuable…

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July 25, 2026

Are You Shaping the Conversation or Just Participating? | James Whitelock

Posting content does not automatically make a business authoritative. In this RecTalk clip, James Whitelock explains the difference between simply participating in a conversation and genuinely influencing how the recruitment market thinks. Authority is built when people begin repeating your perspective, referencing your ideas and recommending your business before you…

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July 24, 2026

The New Playbook for Talent Acquisition | Adam Gordon

This week, Adam Gordon joins James Whitelock on The Marketing Rules Podcast to explore how AI is reshaping talent acquisition and why recruiter enablement could become one of the defining trends in the future of recruitment. Drawing on decades of experience across recruitment, recruitment marketing and HR technology, Adam explains…

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July 21, 2026

How to Own the Conversation in Recruitment

Premieres Monday 27 July 2026 at 1:00pm UK time. What makes one recruitment brand memorable while another, despite being highly capable, becomes easy to overlook? In this episode of The Marketing Rules LIVE, James Whitelock is joined by Tayla Veenstra, Chris Beechey and Fiona Housiaux from the ThinkinCircles team to…

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July 20, 2026

Why Great Recruitment Businesses Still Get Ignored | James Whitelock

Some recruitment businesses have far more expertise, insight and conviction than their marketing communicates. In this RecTalk clip, James Whitelock explains why founders often speak passionately and confidently about the problems within their sector, but become far more cautious when communicating publicly. The result is an authority gap. The business…

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July 20, 2026

AI Won't Fix Bad Hiring | Theo Smith

AI is changing how recruiters write job adverts. But what if it's simply making bad hiring practices faster? In this clip, Theo Smith joins James Whitelock on The Marketing Rules Podcast to explain why recruitment still loses great candidates before they even apply, and why AI alone won't solve exclusionary…

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July 11, 2026

Niche vs. Generalist Recruiters: Which is Best? | The Marketing Rules Live

Would you rather be known for everything or trusted for one thing? One of the biggest advantages of strong positioning is that it changes how people perceive your value. Businesses that are known for a specific niche or area of expertise are often able to build greater trust, stronger authority…

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July 10, 2026

Why Neurodiversity Is Finally Being Talked About | Theo Smith

The conversation around neurodiversity has never been more important. In this clip, James Whitelock speaks with Theo Smith about why neurodiversity has moved into the mainstream, the role social media has played in raising awareness, and why open conversations are helping create more inclusive workplaces. We cover: • Why awareness…

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