The Secret to... Landing a Lasting Career with Ed Steer, CEO of Sphere Digital Recruitment

The Secret to... Landing a Lasting Career

with Ed Steer, CEO of Sphere Digital Recruitment

In this month's episode of Off Record, On Point, and the last of our first season, Julia and Kasey sit down with the CEO of Sphere Digital Recruitment, Ed Steer, to talk about the state of hiring and firing, tips for job-seekers, and one very fitting quick-fire round...

The topics discussed in today’s episode are alcoholism, health management, sobriety, and social drinking culture. Please listen responsibly and find a list of resources and links below.

Episode Resources

MIND mental health

Forbes Jobseeking advice for 2023

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About Ed and Sphere

Ed Steer is the founder and CEO of Sphere Digital Recruitment, a multi award-winning recruitment company in the digital sector, and the host of Sphere’s Life in Digital podcast. Since launching the company with Niall Phelan in 2012, they have grown the business to over 70 people with offices in London and New York. Ed was voted Best Small Company Leader in both London and the UK in 2022 at Best Company. Over time and as the needs of the business changed, Ed moved into a CEO role and he is now responsible for the overall running and direction of the business.

Connect with Ed on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/edwardsteer

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