Confessions of a Recruiter

Send us Fan Mail What would it feel like to be a part of a thriving community that's crowned Australia's number one startup? Imagine rubbing shoulders with recruitment industry leaders, celebrating milestones, and embarking on a promising journey from startup to scale-up. That's precisely the essence of XRecruiter, and we, Blake and Declan, are your guides on this remarkable journey...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare to be captivated by the infectious energy of Xrecruiter, a revolutionary scale-up business that's fostering self-employment across Australia and setting its sights on global expansion. Buckle up for a whirlwind journey filled with transformative decisions, profound impacts, and an endless carousel of thrilling moments and achievements.  Our guest today brings a vibran...

Send us Fan Mail Have you wondered how to optimize your recruitment processes and leverage the power of outsourcing? Tune in, as we have Adrian Byra from Lead Group, Vidaura & TOP sharing his intriguing expertise. Adrian, along with your hosts, shed light on how outsourcing lower level tasks can free up your recruiters for high-value activities - a strategy that has redefined their recruitment...

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Send us Fan Mail Imagine dedicating just 10 additional hours a week to hone your recruitment skills and witnessing a whopping 25% increase in your billings! Sounds impossible? Not if you follow the three pillars of talent, time, and intensity that we're about to reveal in today's episode. Join us as we dissect these crucial elements to becoming a high-performing recruiter, sharing how to...

Send us Fan Mail The role of talent in recruitment cannot be underestimated. Whether it's your salesmanship, communication skills, or time management, honing these skills is crucial. Most recruiters admit to not dedicating specific time each week to improve these skills. To change this, we suggest scheduling a small, manageable amount of time each week to focus solely on improving these talen...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on a fascinating journey as we lead an in-depth discussion with the industry's most extroverted recruiter, Ineke McMahon from Path to Promotion. Drawing from her own experiences in a high-pressure recruitment environment, she shares compelling insights on the significance of structure, resilience, and hard work in crafting a successful recruitment career. Tune in to h...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how to turn a cold call into a warm conversation? Our guest, an experienced business development professional, reveals her unique strategy that makes every call matter. She shares her wisdom on how to use candidate interviews to build potential client relationships, turning every conversation into a win-win situation. This episode is guaranteed to offer you a new per...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it's like to transition from the fitness industry to recruitment? Meet Nathan Anning from the Andersen Partnership, who did just that. Nathan takes us through his journey from working at Flight Centre and Fitness First to his discovery of recruitment. He sheds light on how his past experiences led him to his current role, offering him the unique flexibility...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why Fridays at the office are so eerily quiet? In a revolutionary move towards work-life balance, many recruitment agencies are embracing the four-day work week. Our guest today is from a team in Brisbane where the shorter week is not just a dream but a reality, and they're here to share how this shift has resulted in enhanced productivity and a more motivated,...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a fascinating chat with Trigsy as we unravel the truth behind the recruiting industry – the victories, pitfalls, and everything in-between. We promise you an insightful journey that uncovers the trials of being a recruiter in a rapidly changing industry. Gain a unique perspective on how the recruitment model impacts professionals and why some recruiters lean toward con...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when tolerance for poor performance hits rock bottom? As your hosts, we invite you to join us and our guest, Trigsy, as we traverse the landscape of workplace dynamics. With frank discussions on dealing with underperformers, the perils of 'donning a mask' at work, and the necessity of a reliable team, we navigate the highs and lows of managing for success. T...

Send us Fan Mail This week delve into the inspiring journey of Liz Kingston, the founder of Kingston Human Capital , who redefined her struggles and self-doubt into a successful solo venture. From making 50 cold calls to secure her job to laying the foundation of her own recruitment firm, Liz's story is a powerful testament to embracing discomfort and mastering personal growth. Are you one of...

Send us Fan Mail Balancing the Scales: Partners in Profit Diving into the nitty-gritty of partnership dynamics in the business world. In this episode, we tackle a question that often lurks beneath the surface: How do you balance the scales when one partner is pulling more weight than the other? We explore the challenges of keeping the partnership equitable if one partner is jet-setting on holidays...

Send us Fan Mail Looking for the inside scoop on recruitment strategies and the future of work? Our guests for today, Richard Triggs and Cherie Canning, are here to share their wealth of knowledge, insights and how they've navigated the waters of change during challenging times. With Richard's new book, Uncover the Hidden Job Market, and Cherie's expertise in developing individuals...

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Send us Fan Mail Support the show · Our Website is: xrecruiter.io

Send us Fan Mail Ready to unlock the secrets of effective business development in the recruitment field? Brace yourself as we take you through the journey of establishing that vital first contact, engaging the hiring manager, and identifying their specific pain points. We dive into the art of conversation, transforming a cold call into a promising lead, and reveal the tools and processes to ensure...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to revolutionize your recruitment strategies? Jory Humphreys, one of the powerhouses behind HPeople, joins us in this episode to share his remarkable journey of achieving extraordinary success within just the first 90 days of his business! Together with his partner Sam, Jory has built an impressive recruitment desk from scratch, focusing on niche areas in North Brisb...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to an incredible conversation with Tash from On Talent! She's made her mark in the recruitment world, co-founding On Talent, and has a wealth of wisdom to share. We kick off discussing the game-changing role of an Executive Assistant in maximizing productivity, and how to truly tap into this resource. Tash also shares her insights on the impact of large agencies on re...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever caught yourself wondering about the realities of recruitment, or the common misconceptions that surround this industry? Ever thought about the evolution of recruitment or how it's becoming a much-desired career path for many? Let's set the record straight. Our candid conversation unearths personal anecdotes and insights about the recruitment industry, shaki...

Send us Fan Mail Come and celebrate with us as we mark our one-year milestone of delivering the Confessions of a Recruiter and Xrecruiter podcast! We're taking a trip down memory lane to relive our start with Riley Osborne from Finite Recruitment, our insightful talks with Josh Ainslie, Natasha Lee, and the positive energy Joel brought to our show. It's been quite a journey, and we can&a...

Send us Fan Mail The month of James followed by an expensive podcast trip, that was definitely worth it being able to network with Greg Savage, Andrew Banks, learning how Morgan and Banks was established.  That turned into talent X which then opened us up to all these other different agencies too, which is which is incredible. Support the show · Our Website is: xrecruiter.io

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder just how tricky it can be to name a start-up? Well, this episode is a priceless peek into the hilarious hurdles faced by the founder of a recruitment agency, as they grappled with finding the perfect name. Their first choice, "Rockhard Recruitment," a personal joke, was quickly shelved after discovering an adult chatroom bearing a somewhat similar name online...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when two former professional football players turn their hand to the recruitment game? Well, it's a wild ride filled with grit, determination, and a dash of humor, which you'll discover in this episode featuring Adam and Harvey from Harwell Consulting. From kicking balls on the football field to tackling the Australian job market, their journey is a testamen...