Welcome to the ambient people blog According to Science*, the average person can read 238 words per minute. Here is a little more about us and what we think about all sorts of things, recruitment or otherwise, in two minute reads. Take a look at our posts below. *sciencedirect.com, 2019
Why I Started Ambient People Posted 21/11/2024 The day I absolutely decided to set up what became Ambient People was the day after I decided that I absolutely wouldn’t. I appreciate that warrants a little explanation. Liam Farncombe How to stand out for an agency-advertised role Posted 10/04/2025 You’ve found a job advert that feels like a great match, submitted your application through the portal, and… nothing. It can often feel like your CV has vanished into the ether. So, how do you make sure your application stands out, gets noticed by the recruiter, and, ultimately, the hiring manager? Max Plaice Big up your back office. Posted 20/05/2025 The recruitment industry, like many sales- or commission-based sectors, is a multifaceted world: competitive, lucrative, high-pressured, rewarding and unfortunately, often inequitable. One recurring issue is the disconnect between recruitment consultants and operations teams. In many companies, operations functions are treated as entirely separate from the sales teams, often working in different offices with limited interaction with recruiters or management. Even in businesses where operations teams are integrated, this doesn’t always translate to a more collaborative or equitable culture. So, what’s missing? Rachael King Why are compassionate leave policies often so uncompassionate? Posted 03/09/2026 In the Spring of 2024, my Dad died after a year-long battle with cancer. The absolute last thing I needed - or wanted - to think about after this devastating loss was my job. Unfortunately, I realise how unrealistic that is for so many people. For many, work is one of the most central aspects of life: it's their 9-to-5 routine, their source of income, their structure. It's something that inevitably demands attention. But during the initial period of grief, work should fall to the very bottom of the priority list. Rachael King
