Psych Leadership - A division of Rise Up Academics
From graduation caps to corner offices, the journey is anything but straightforward. The Psych Leadership Podcast blends real-world leadership experience with the science of human behavior to help you navigate work, life, and the space between.
Whether you’re a recent graduate finding your footing or a seasoned professional looking to lead with greater impact, each episode delivers practical strategies grounded in psychology — from mastering first impressions and building resilience to influencing without authority and shaping your long-term career path.
Host Luke UpChurch, a business leader and psychology graduate, draws from 28+ years in organizational leadership, process improvement, and talent strategy to bring you insights that work in the real world.
Because leadership isn’t just for the people with the title — it’s a mindset, a skillset, and a toolkit you can start using today.
Would these types of insights help your team grow? Consider booking a consultation with Psych Leadership!
Psych Leadership - A division of Rise Up Academics
The hiring manager's perspective – what recruiters look for in candidates
Understanding what recruiters and hiring managers look for can make all the difference in a job search. In this episode of PsychLeadership, we dive into the psychology behind hiring decisions, exploring the key traits, skills, and behaviors that stand out in a competitive job market. We’ll discuss the importance of cultural fit, emotional intelligence, and storytelling in interviews, as well as what hiring managers really think when they review resumes. Whether you’re actively job searching or just want to stay prepared for future opportunities, this episode will give you the inside scoop on what it takes to land the job.
<<Book recommendations>> 'The Laws of Subtraction' by Matthew E May
References:
Business Perspectives. (2020). Recruiter bias in resume screening and job selection. Retrieved from https://www.businessperspectives.org.
Forbes. (2021). 4 cognitive biases that hijack your hiring decisions and how to fix them. Retrieved from https://www.forbes.com.
Jobvite. (2022). The recruiting benchmark report. Retrieved from https://www.jobvite.com.
Kahneman, D. (2011). Thinking, fast and slow. Farrar, Straus, and Giroux.
Sage Journals. (2022). The impact of cognitive biases on hiring decisions. Retrieved from https://journals.sagepub.com.
SHRM. (2021). Recruiters say experience is top factor in applicant evaluation. Retrieved from https://www.shrm.org.
StellaPop. (2023). How recruiters and hiring managers evaluate candidates’ soft skills. Retrieved from https://stellapop.com.
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