The Recruitment Show with Lewis Maleh

70% of executive roles are filled through unadvertised channels. At Bentley Lewis — that number is 100%.If you're applying online at senior level, you're competing for roles that are often already decided. In this episode, Lewis Maleh — executive recruiter and founder of global search firm Bentley Lewis — pulls back the curtain on how the hidden jobs market actually works, and shares five things you can do right now to get the recruiter's phone call.You'll learn:→ Why 70–85% of senior roles are never advertised→ The only 3 ways executive recruiters find candidates→ Why referral hires succeed at 4x the rate of job boards→ The 90-Day Visibility Plan→ How to build your Pre-Role network→ Why being the best on paper isn't enough at leadership levelConnect with Lewis: linkedin.com/in/lewismalehWork with Bentley Lewis: bentleylewis.com

AI isn't just changing how you hire — it's already identifying your next leader before they've written their resume. Most organisations don't know it's happening yet.In this episode, Lewis Maleh unpacks four data-backed signals reshaping executive hiring right now. Why 65% of hiring managers say AI-generated CVs are overwhelming their process. Why KPMG is warning that half of all tech teams will be non-human by 2027. Why LinkedIn data shows companies using AI strategically are 42% more likely to report hiring satisfaction. And why Wharton research proves AI can spot leadership potential long before a candidate even applies.This isn't a conversation about whether AI is good or bad for hiring. It's about understanding what's actually happening — and what to do about it.Whether you lead a business, manage talent, or are thinking about your next career move, this one is worth your attention.New episode every Friday.🌐 bentleylewis.com (http://bentleylewis.com/)📧 info@bentleylewis.com

AI has made it easier than ever for candidates to produce a perfect-looking resume in minutes. The problem? Perfect doesn't mean honest.Hiring managers are now wading through hundreds of AI-optimised CVs that clear every ATS filter — but don't reflect the real person behind them. And the uncomfortable truth is this: candidates aren't cheating. They're playing the game you created.In this episode of Espresso With Lewis, Lewis Maleh — Founder & CEO of Bentley Lewis — breaks down what's really happening inside the hiring funnel right now:• Why AI resumes are winning on paper and failing in interviews• How junior employees with AI skills are out-earning their managers• The most in-demand executive role most companies aren't hiring for yet• The AI tools every hiring manager needs on their radar• Why the fix isn't banning AI — it's rebuilding around human judgmentIf you're a hiring manager, CHRO, or business leader trying to make sense of where recruitment is heading, this one's for you.───Espresso With Lewis is a weekly series from Bentley Lewis — sharp thinking on leadership, hiring, and the future of work. New episode every week.🌐 bentleylewis.com (http://bentleylewis.com/)

Over the last few weeks, one question keeps coming up: Should I still move to the UAE?The opportunity is real. Salaries are 40–100% higher than most home markets, with zero tax. The UAE economy is growing faster than almost anywhere in the world, with over a million new jobs projected by 2030.But since February 28th, everything feels different.In this episode I share two real stories — a senior tech leader from Hong Kong who decided to move, and a candidate from London who paused their interview process. Same market. Same opportunity. Completely different decisions. Both right.I also walk through the questions I'd ask anyone thinking about making this move right now — career, family, risk, timeline, financial cushion.The opportunity is still there. The decision is more personal than ever.I have been placing senior leaders globally for 16 years across Financial Services, Technology, Energy, Life Sciences, and Industrials in 40+ countries.Get in touch or learn more: bentleylewis.comTimestamps:0:00 - The Core Dilemma2:15 - Why is Everyone Talking About the UAE?5:30 - The Shift in Sentiment8:00 - What's Changed Since February 28th10:20 - Case Study 1 (The Hong Kong Exec)12:45 - Case Study 2 (The London Candidate)14:30 - How to Decide for Yourself16:15 - Final Thoughts- 👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh 🌍 About Bentley Lewis https://bentleylewis.com/ ➡️ Follow Us 🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis #UAEjobs #Dubai2026 #CareerAdvice #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipCareers #DubaiCareers #GlobalCareers

Only 24% of global workers feel confident about their career future — and AI is accelerating that gap faster than ever.As hiring becomes more automated and recruiters rely on AI tools to find candidates, being good at your job is no longer enough. You also need to be visible, relevant, and connected.In this episode, we break down three strategies that separate people who get left behind from those who move forward in the AI era.You'll learn:✅ How to stay relevant as AI reshapes hiring✅ Why visibility now matters as much as performance✅ How to network without sounding desperate or salesy✅ What recruiters actually look for in 2025 and beyond✅ Why “being better” doesn’t guarantee you’ll be chosenIf you're trying to advance your career, transition industries, or land leadership roles, these principles can dramatically improve your chances of being found and hired.--👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh🌍 About Bentley Lewishttps://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis

I’m breaking down the dystopian headlines from Elon Musk and Sam Altman, and what Jensen Huang thinks. I share the latest data from LinkedIn and the World Economic Forum and what story it tells.We explore how many new jobs have already been created, and why the trade industry is seeing a $100k salary boom thanks to AI infrastructure.--👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh🌍 About Bentley Lewishttps://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis

LinkedIn just released its 2026 “Skills on the Rise” report — and it’s a massive wake-up call.Degrees are losing value. AI literacy is driving a 23% wage premium. And the skills that actually protect your career aren’t the ones you think.In this episode, I break down what the LinkedIn data is really telling us about the job market, and what you need to do now to stay employable.In this video, I cover:Why being a “pure” coder is becoming a commodityThe 23% AI wage premium (and what “AI literacy” really means)Why relationship-building is now the #1 career skillThe strategic thinking gap recruiters can’t fillWhy EQ is no longer a “soft” skillHow Gen Z is moving away from linear careersWhy middle managers are becoming “agent managers”The one habit that future-proofs your careerIf you’re still relying on a 2024 CV in a 2026 job market, this is for you.--👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh🌍 About Bentley Lewishttps://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis

Career skills now have a shelf life.After a year of AI-driven hiring freezes, IBM just reversed course and announced a major increase in entry-level hiring — but the roles look nothing like they did even two years ago.In this episode, I break down:- Why IBM is hiring juniors again- How AI has rewritten entry-level jobs- Why technical skills now expire every 2–3 years- Why human skills matter more than ever in 2026The takeaway:If you stop learning, you fall behind. Careers now reward adaptability, curiosity, and human judgment — not static experience.----👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh🌍 About Bentley Lewishttps://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis

What if the person you interviewed on Zoom doesn’t actually exist, and that person you've been working with for the last year is an AI avatar?I am joined by Matthew Moynahan (GetReal Labs) and Emmanuelle Saliba (GetReal Labs) to break down the fast-growing threat of deepfake candidates, synthetic identities, and interview fraud, and what it means for hiring in a remote-first world.We cover:- How fake candidates (including nation-state actors) are getting hired into real companies- Why the threat has moved from “hacking networks” to pixel-level deception- The liar’s dividend: when real footage gets dismissed as “AI”- Practical steps recruiters can take to reduce risk without breaking candidate experience- The rise of AI influencers and the wider trust crisis online---👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Matthew Moynahan 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-moynahan👩🏻 Connect with Emmanuelle Saliba🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuellesaliba/---🌍 About Bentley Lewishttps://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis

AI-driven layoffs are accelerating in 2026. Some companies may have cut too deep.At the same time:- Graduate unemployment is rising- Apprenticeships are increasing- Work-from-home policies are tighteningThe job market rules are shifting.In this episode of Espresso, I break down:- Whether AI layoffs are strategic — or premature- Why some firms may need to rehire roles they automated- What rising graduate unemployment means in the US and UK- The return of apprenticeships and skilled trades- Where the work-from-home debate is actually headingI run a global executive search firm and speak to hiring leaders weekly. This is my front-line view of what’s changing in 2026.If you're early in your career, leading teams, or navigating restructuring, this episode is relevant.---👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh🌍 About Bentley Lewishttps://bentleylewis.com➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis

The 2026 job market just accelerated — fast. Over 600,000 jobs have been cut in the last 30 days alone.From UPS cutting 30,000 roles, to Home Depot enforcing a five-day return to office while reducing headcount, to the UK Treasury offering six-figure exit packages, this is no longer just a tech story. Layoffs are spreading across logistics, retail, finance, and the public sector.In this episode of Espresso, I break down what’s really happening beneath the headlines — and whether this is a recession, a correction, or a structural reinvention of corporate work in 2026.If you work in a corporate, professional, or knowledge-based role, this episode matters.Why 600,000 jobs disappeared in just 30 daysHow Return-to-Office mandates are quietly being used as a layoff toolWhy UPS is cutting volume to protect margins — and what automation means for back-office rolesWhat the UK Treasury’s £100,000 buyouts signal about public-sector efficiencyWhat you can do now to protect and future-proof your careerThis isn’t about panic — it’s about pattern recognition.The hiring market is changing fast, leverage is shifting back to employers, and adaptability matters more than ever.The takeaway:Don’t wait for a layoff. Audit your role, strengthen your human skills, use AI tools intensely, and take control of what you can control in 2026.🔗 Sources referenced:Business Insider – Home Depot layoffs & RTO mandateFinancial Times – UK Treasury exit packagesUPS corporate restructuring announcements👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh🌍 About Bentley Lewishttps://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis

This week at Davos, the warning was clear: the AI tsunami is no longer coming — it’s here.The IMF says 60% of jobs are now exposed to AI disruption. Amazon has just cut 16,000 corporate roles to “flatten” its organisation. And OpenAI CEO Sam Altman argues we’re not losing jobs — we’re moving to a higher level of abstraction.In this episode, I break down the three biggest signals from this week that show the Great Flattening of work has begun — and what it actually means for your career in 2026.Why the IMF is calling AI a “tsunami” for the global workforceWhat Amazon’s latest layoffs reveal about the end of the manager layerHow Sam Altman’s vision of agent-driven work changes what skills matterPractical ways to future-proof your career in the Agentic AgeStory 1: The Davos Reality Check – why 60% of jobs are in the blast zoneStory 2: Amazon’s “Project Dawn” – flattening bureaucracy at scaleStory 3: Sam Altman’s roadmap – from doing work to directing agentsThe takeaway: How to stay relevant — and employed — as work is rewritten.🔗 Sources mentioned:WEF – Jobs of Tomorrow Report 2026Amazon Layoff Memo (Jan 28, 2026)Sam Altman – Davos Keynote--👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh📌 About Bentley Lewis🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis📧 Collaborations & Questions

Everyone talks about the private jets and parties at Davos — but the real story is in the data.I went through the key reports released at the World Economic Forum so you don’t have to, and what’s emerging is a very different picture of the job market in 2026.This isn’t about hype anymore.It’s about flattened management, AI-driven job shifts, and a growing trust crisis inside organisations.In this video, I break down four major signals from Davos 2026 that will directly impact your career, your team, and how companies operate over the next few years.If you’re navigating your career, leading a team, or trying to understand where work is actually heading — this is essential context.--Resources Mentioned:WEF / LinkedIn Future of Work Report 2026: ttps://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/01/ai-has-already-added-1-3-million-new-jobs-according-to-linkedin-data/Edelman Trust Barometer 2026:https://www.edelman.com/trust/2026/trust-barometer:Mercer Global Talent Trends:https://www.businessinsider.com/middle-managers-have-more-direct-reports-after-great-flattening-2026-1--👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh📌 About Bentley Lewis🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis📧 Collaborations & Questions

Only 24% of global workers feel confident about their career future, and AI is widening that gap faster than ever. This episode breaks down the real strategies that separate those left behind from those moving ahead: how to stay relevant as AI reshapes hiring, why visibility now outpaces performance, how to network authentically, what recruiters truly seek in 2026 and beyond, and why being better isn’t always enough to be chosen. --👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh📌 About Bentley Lewis🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis📧 Collaborations & Questions

McKinsey just revealed they have 25,000 AI agents working alongside humans, while the construction industry faces its biggest labor shortage in history. The job market is splitting in two. In this video, I break down the latest LinkedIn and Business Insider reports to show you exactly where the jobs are going in 2026 and how to position yourself to survive the "Skills Earthquake."--👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh📌 About Bentley Lewis🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis📧 Collaborations & Questions

The 2026 Talent Playbook: Private Equity is sitting on record "dry powder," but the biggest bottleneck isn't the money—it's the people.In this episode of The Recruitment Show, we sit down with Michael Magliochetti, Operating Partner at Riverside Partners and author of Dancing Between the Toes of Elephants. We break down why the "Culture of One" is the #1 killer of founder-led businesses and how to build a team that is "exit-ready."What you'll learn:The Human Diligence Shift: Why 2026 investors care more about your team than your EBITDA.The $500M Bottleneck: How to survive the transition from founder-led to professional-led.Multi-Lingual Leadership: Recruiting the "technical-to-commercial" bridge.Boardroom Secrets: Michael decodes the PE idioms every exec needs to know.---👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Michael Magliochetti🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-magliochetti-9905371/👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh📌 About Bentley Lewis🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis📧 Collaborations & Questionsinfo@bentleylewis.com

The job market in January 2026 makes no sense.LinkedIn just published their Jobs on the Rise report showing 25 roles growing faster than anything else in the UK and America. Companies say they're hiring. Candidates are flooding the market. But almost nothing is connecting.In this week's episode, we break down three stories dominating the recruiting conversation right now:→ LinkedIn's data on the fastest-growing roles (and why 29.2% are hybrid despite the RTO push)→ The January hiring paradox: why recruiters are under pressure but candidates feel frozen out→ The "unicorn wishlist" problem killing hiring on both sidesIf you're trying to hire, looking for your next role, or just confused about what's happening in the labor market—this explains it all.--👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh📌 About Bentley Lewis🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis📧 Collaborations & Questions

AI can make you faster and scale your work — but it can’t replace your voice. This episode dives into why AI‑written content is easy to spot, how authenticity drives real engagement, where AI is transforming recruiting, and why the human touch still matters more than ever. --👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh📌 About Bentley Lewis🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis📧 Collaborations & Questionsinfo@bentleylewis.com

You can’t always control what happens — but you can control your response. This episode unpacks a simple four‑box framework showing how the same pressure or challenge can lead to completely different outcomes in careers, leadership, and life. Because your response shapes your result. --👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lee Bofkin🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-bofkin👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh📌 About Bentley Lewis🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis📧 Collaborations & Questionsinfo@bentleylewis.com

If your career is a marathon, why are you training like it’s a sprint? In this episode, we explore how elite performers sustain success — from health and recovery to daily habits, discipline, and long‑term awareness. Because burnout doesn’t build legacy — endurance does. --👨🏻‍💼 Connect with Lewis Maleh🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmaleh📌 About Bentley Lewis🌍 https://bentleylewis.com/➡️ Follow Us🔗 All socials: https://linktr.ee/BentleyLewis📧 Collaborations & Questionsinfo@bentleylewis.com