Ways to Wealth EP75: Hiring Smarter with Behavioural Data, with Andy Foy

In this episode of the Ways to Wealth Podcast, Charlie is joined by Andy Foy!Andy is the founder of Predictive Performance, a consultancy helping businesses optimise recruitment, team performance, and staff retention using behavioural profiling tools. With over 30 years in HR, Andy discovered the power of tools like the Predictive Index while working in the UK—where he famously reduced vacancies from 350 to zero and turnover from 20% to single digits in just six months.The conversation dives into the transformative role of behavioural profiling in business: how understanding innate workplace behaviours helps leaders hire the right people, improve team dynamics, and reduce costly attrition. Andy explains the difference between skills (the "briefcase") and behavioural traits—arguing that over half of job success comes down to the latter.They discuss how to optimise team fit, onboarding, and long-term development using behavioural data. Andy even breaks down Charlie’s own profile live on the show, illustrating how these tools can uncover entrepreneurial patterns, decision-making styles, and communication preferences. The conversation wraps with insights on New Zealand’s ageing workforce and why self-awareness is the foundation for growth—personally and professionally.Find out more about ‘Predictive Performance’ here:www.predictiveperformance.co.nzWatch all episodes of the Ways to Wealth Podcast here:www.eccuity.com/podcasts#WaysToWealth #AndyFoy #PredictivePerformance #BehaviouralProfiling #RecruitmentStrategy #TeamDynamics #HRTech #WorkplaceOptimisation #HiringRight #LeadershipDevelopment #SelfAwareness #Start-Ups #TalentRetention #NZBusiness #Entrepreneurship