How to Become a Bit Famous as a Recruiter with Penny Haslam, Founder and MD of Bit Famous Ltd

Welcome to the latest episode of the Recruitment Leadership Podcast, hosted by Alison Humphries.

In this episode, Alison is joined by Penny Haslam, Founder and Managing Director of Bit Famous Ltd, a former business journalist and TV presenter turned visibility coach. From a temporary role at the BBC, which proved to be the launchpad for her career, Penny became a trusted communication and confidence coach for professionals, including those in the recruitment industry.

Together, Alison and Penny delve into the importance of clear, confident communication in recruitment and beyond, offering practical strategies to help professionals stand out in their fields.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

💡 From Broadcasting to Coaching: Penny shares her journey and how she helps professionals boost visibility and communication skills.

💡 The Power of Relationships: Discover Penny’s strategies for meaningful networking through coffee meetings, mastermind groups, and consistent engagement.

💡 Visibility and Credibility: Learn how to secure speaking opportunities, leverage event photos, and deliver a clear, specialised message.

💡 Communication Mastery: Tips to captivate audiences, avoid common pitfalls, and balance professionalism with humour.

💡 Public Speaking Essentials: Actionable advice on crafting engaging, authentic presentations with tools like mind maps and audience interaction.

Whether you're a recruitment professional, business leader, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you build your personal brand, communicate with confidence, and stand out in your industry.

Connect with Penny on LinkedIn.

Interested in discussing this topic further with Alison?

💬 Email her at alison@recruitmentleadership.co.uk