Matt White

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Matt White

Managing Partner & Co-FounderPotter & White Talent Limited - part of the Reed Group

I have more than 20 years experience in the recruitment and staffing sector and still love my work and delivering both financial results and an excellent customer experience.

I am passionate about our purpose to "improve lives through work" and proud of the work that we do and the results that we achieve across my region. With a team of 150+ recruiters across multiple disciplines we are well placed to be able to support businesses in attracting the best talent to their business and make a valuable contribution to the communities in which we operate.

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Pros and cons of universal basic income: solution to unemployment or too expensive?

Pros and cons of universal basic income: solution to unemployment or too expensive?

Universal basic income (UBI) is a heavily contested topic of conversation. Could it be the answer to unemployment, economic instability, and poverty, or is it too expensive and likely to cause greater unemployment rates? Here we look at some of the pros and cons of UBI and its potential impact on the labour market.

Hiring in US hospitality: what's driving the talent gap?

Hiring in US hospitality: what's driving the talent gap?

Hospitality employers across the US are facing significant talent shortages, especially in leadership and culinary roles. High turnover, skills gaps, retirements, and tighter immigration policies are making hiring more challenging, increasing the need for proactive recruitment and retention strategies.

Interview questions to ask candidates - and what their answers mean

Interview questions to ask candidates - and what their answers mean

A good interview should be planned using a mix of different question types. They should always be adapted to the specific qualities you’d like a candidate to show relevant to a particular role. These questions should give you insight into their strengths, weaknesses and how well they will fit into the team. Here is a selection of the main types of questions to ask when interviewing.

Why talent is your ultimate advantage in freight & logistics sales

Why talent is your ultimate advantage in freight & logistics sales

by Christian Garcia - CEO & Founder of GS Talent Recruitment, part of the Reed Group

Improve your hiring strategy with AI interview tools

Improve your hiring strategy with AI interview tools

Have you integrated AI into your hiring approach? AI recruitment instruments offer benefits such as accelerating the hiring process, enhancing interview queries, and minimizing prejudice. In this article, we delve into how you can utilize AI to boost your recruitment strategy.

7 Signs of an AI-Generated CV (and How to Respond)

7 Signs of an AI-Generated CV (and How to Respond)

Discover how to identify AI-assisted resumes and cover letters. Reed Recruitment shares expert strategies to adapt your hiring process for authentic talent.

How to choose between candidates

How to choose between candidates

Two excellent candidates - but only one vacancy? Find out the key factors to use in your decision to decide who you should hire

How to create a great recruitment strategy

How to create a great recruitment strategy

Getting your recruitment strategy right is key to hitting your business goals. Here are some expert tips to help you set up your company for success – and the shortcuts to keep you ahead of your competition.

Key considerations when writing a person specification

Key considerations when writing a person specification

The recruitment process can seem daunting. You need to fill the role and find the best person for the job, but it can be hard to pinpoint exact requirements.

How do recruitment agencies work?

How do recruitment agencies work?

Recruitment agencies act as bridges between job seekers and employers, providing hiring solutions for both multiple and individual placements. In this article we look at how recruitment agencies operate and what you can expect when working with one.

Seven types of interview bias and how to avoid them

Seven types of interview bias and how to avoid them

During the hiring process, interviewers need to be fair, objective, and unbiased if they want to secure the best person for the job. But the only way to do this is to understand the different types of biases that exist and introduce measures that actively remove them.

How to write a resume

How to write a resume

In recruitment, we're always dealing with resumes – but how do you write a good one?