Confessions of a Recruiter

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what happens behind closed doors when recruitment entrepreneurs hit rock bottom? This episode pulls back the curtain on the raw, unfiltered journey Blake and Declan took from cold-calling consultants to the founders of a nationwide recruitment community. The brutally honest conversation reveals pivotal moments that shaped their path—like the chance meeting in a park wh...

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Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a DJ enthusiast transitioned from spinning tracks to becoming a co-founder of a successful recruitment company? We were thrilled to welcome Joe from Hyre, who took us on his fascinating journey from organizing dance parties to launching a promotions company, and eventually stepping into the high-pressure world of recruitment in New Zealand. Joe's story is a...

Send us Fan Mail Uncover the secrets of the recruitment world with our guest, Tom Hunter from Edward Mann, as he shares his transformative journey from country Victoria to becoming an influential figure in the accounting and finance recruitment sector. Discover how listening to recruitment podcasts and leveraging LinkedIn strategies, bolstered by insights from Sean Anderson and Inika McMahon, prop...

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Send us Fan Mail Daniel Ryan's remarkable journey from a management career to a thriving role in recruitment is nothing short of inspiring. As the former General Manager of a national flooring company and a key player at Winning Appliances, Daniel's career shift was met with skepticism, yet his determination led him to build a business generating nearly $750,000 in just eight months. Joi...

Send us Fan Mail What if the secret to building lifelong client relationships lies in the often-underestimated role of a recruiter? Join us as we explore this captivating question with our guest, Daniel Ryan, who brings a wealth of experience from both the recruitment and car sales industries. Through personal anecdotes and keen observations, Daniel sheds light on the paradox of minimal investment...

Send us Fan Mail Carolina, from Ivory Group, shares her captivating transition from hospitality to becoming a senior recruitment consultant in the architecture sector. Her unique background and education in psychology and HR bring a fresh perspective to recruitment, emphasizing the profound importance of people-oriented practices. Carolina unravels the complexities within the architecture, enginee...

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Send us Fan Mail Meet Chris from Behtech Recruitment, whose inspiring journey—from the finance world to working at a leading recruitment agency, mowing lawns for 24 hours, and ultimately creating a successful tech recruitment agency—is nothing short of amazing. With a decade of experience in the recruitment industry, Chris shares the innovative strategies he employed, starting from a cold desk, li...

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Send us Fan Mail How do two footballers pivot from the pitch to the boardroom and build a thriving tech recruitment agency? Join us in this episode as we uncover the journey of Ryan and Jack, whose friendship forged on the fields of Brisbane led them into the world of recruitment at Robert Half. Through a blend of strategic business development, resilience during economic downturns, and a commitme...

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Send us Fan Mail What do thriving recruiters and successful agency owners have in common? Get ready to uncover the secrets behind their remarkable transformations in this final episode of 2024's Confessions of a Recruiter. Declan and Blake take you on a reflective journey of how they transitioned from part-time roles in their recruitment agencies to fully committing their energies to xrecruit...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secret to fast-tracking your success as a recruitment agency owner. What sets the rapid risers apart from those stuck in a rut? In this eye-opening episode, we unravel the mindset shifts and strategies that empower recruiters to transform into thriving agency leaders seemingly overnight. You'll hear firsthand how these individuals establish sky-high standards and a...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could secure a seat at the table with top-tier executives and unlock untapped business opportunities? Join us as we uncover the secrets to connecting with the key decision-makers in large enterprises. During this episode, we promise you'll learn how to recognize critical trigger events and implement effective strategies to forge meaningful relationships with C-sui...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to becoming a top-tier recruiter with strategies that will redefine your approach to success. Ever wondered how some recruiters manage to excel without burning the midnight oil? Discover the transformative power of time blocking, talent cultivation, and intensity management to propel your career from good to great. We explore the nuances of structuring your day,...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to uncover the real stories behind starting a recruitment agency with our insightful guests, Jade Tomlinson from Avani Group and Andy Williamson from Ava James Recruitment. These two trailblazers share their unique journeys from the confines of traditional agency work to the exhilarating, albeit challenging, world of entrepreneurship. Jade opens up about transforming fro...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could transform your recruitment strategy and achieve unparalleled success? We promise that by tuning into this special 100th milestone episode, you’ll gain invaluable insights from industry experts Taylen Erickson, Theo Elliott, and Sam Hope. They share their secrets on crafting personalised business development approaches, enhancing candidate experiences, and navigat...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could transform your recruitment strategy and achieve unparalleled success? We promise that by tuning into this special 100th milestone episode, you’ll gain invaluable insights from industry experts Taylen Erickson, Theo Elliott, and Sam Hope. They share their secrets on crafting personalised business development approaches, enhancing candidate experiences, and navigat...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re flipping the script! Together, Kat and Deanna unpack the excitement and stress of supporting Blake and Declan through the years as they build their businesses. They discuss the sacrifices, risks, and decisions that have defined their journeys. Declan’s leap from a secure job to founding a recruitment agency happened just as Deanna learned she was expecting,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re flipping the script! Together, Kat and Deanna unpack the excitement and stress of supporting Blake and Declan through the years as they build their businesses. They discuss the sacrifices, risks, and decisions that have defined their journeys. Declan’s leap from a secure job to founding a recruitment agency happened just as Deanna learned she was expecting,...

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Send us Fan Mail Is being polarizing in business the secret to success? Join us as industry powerhouse Lee Pollard shares his journey of building P&C Partners and the surprising benefits of attracting a loyal 20% of the market. We tackle the ongoing remote work versus office work debate, particularly in recruitment and sales roles, and weigh the value of collaboration and osmosis in the workpl...

Send us Fan Mail What if stepping out of your comfort zone could lead to the most rewarding chapter of your professional life? Join us as we chat with Taryn Botes, the inspiring Head of Partner Success at xrecruiter, who candidly shares her transformative journey from a stable role at Randstad Digital Australia to embracing new opportunities. Taryn opens up about the pivotal conversation that reig...