Recruitment Mentors Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Conor from Quest Personnel to unpack the hard lessons from every stage of building a recruitment business. Conor started at just 23, completely self-funded, and went from scraping by in a WeWork to leading a £1.4M agency. We walk through the scrappy early days, the lifestyle-business trap, and the mindset and leadership shifts that brought clarity and growth. Conne...

In this episode, I sit down with Jack Procter, Regional Director at Opus , to unpack what it really takes to master contract recruitment. Jack shares how he scaled from fast-paced “ones and twos” deals to building predictable, project-based client partnerships. We dive into his playbook for hitting £17K weekly GP, the systems behind scaling beyond ad-hoc wins, and the leadership lessons he’s learn...

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In this episode, I sit down with Marc Cohen and Graeme Hubert, the founders of ConSol Partners, who achieved an 8-figure exit and have since advised over 40 recruitment founders. We unpack why most recruitment companies never scale beyond 20 heads, the common blind spots that stall growth, and the hard truths founders need to face if they want to build something valuable. You can connect with them...

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Nick shares how his weekly GP dropped from £16K to £5.5K, the strategies he used to bounce back to £8.5K, and the mindset shifts that made the difference. We dive into the client and candidate journeys that actually work, the power of community in contract recruitment, and how to turn a dip into your biggest growth phase yet. Connect with Nick here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-chambers-4aa601...

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Alex Woodhead helped scale Strativ Group to 120 people, £13M NFI, and £3.5M EBITDA in just four years then walked away. In this episode, we unpack why he made the bold move to start again with Apera, his $1B vision, and the systems, culture, and strategy he’s building from day one. If you’re thinking about starting over or building something big, this one’s for you. Connect with Alex here: https:/...

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Jenny is two years into her recruitment career and she's already built two contract books from scratch. In this episode, we unpack the real lessons she learned the hard way: nearly quitting, switching markets, rebuilding from zero, and learning how to stay consistent. If you're in year 1 or 2 of your recruitment journey, this one's for you. You can connect with Jenny here: https://www.linkedin.com...

I sat down with Craig Harman, former APAC MD at Opus and Global CEO to unpack what actually makes a recruitment business valuable and what doesn’t. We talked about how he scaled across APAC, went through a private equity event, and everything he learned going through the process. You can connect with Craig here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harmancraig/ ------------------------- Watch the episode o...

SourceWhale just got a major upgrade. In this episode, I sit down with Dougie to break down everything you need to know. From the new “productivity platform” positioning to smarter modular pricing and exciting new features like Inbox Agent, AI Notetaker, and Search AI. If you’ve looked at Sourcewhale before or you’re curious about what’s next in recruiter productivity, this 15-minute update will g...

What does it really take to step back and build a business that runs without you? In this episode, Emily from WOW Recruitment shares the biggest lessons from her journey from scrappy founder-biller at 22 to leading an 8-figure business with a team of 18. We talk about letting go of control, building leaders, creating systems, and learning to focus on what really drives growth. You can connect with...

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Our first ever LIVE podcast event in Glasgow - Enjoy!! ------------------------- Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fmICEe_oJp0 ------------------------- Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below: Sourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here. Raise -  Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here. ----------...

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I sit down with Ned Menheneott to share the lessons, challenges, and wins from his first year as a founder. From hiring and culture to big ambitions and board meetings, here’s what he’s learned in the trenches. Connect with Ned here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ned-menheneott-11a97572/ ------------------------- Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zQqF9wWAfbY ------------------------- Sp...

Mollie Gunn shares how she built a million-dollar desk from scratch and how she’s stayed at the top. We get into mindset, daily habits, business development, and the shift to retained. Straightforward advice from someone who’s made it happen. Connect with Mollie here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molliegunn/ ------------------------- Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Rd1-B50OgLI ------...

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This one’s all about what it really takes to build a recruitment business that lasts. I sat down with Lee and Paul, from MAP Talent, to unpack 10 years of running their company, the mistakes, the mindset shifts, and the moments that mattered most. If you’re building something of your own, or thinking about it, this conversation will give you the raw, honest insight most people don’t talk about. Co...

In this episode, you get to hear how the conversation went down on Louise Archer's podcast. We are debating the Contingent Model vs the Retained Model. It made for an interesting conversation. Connect with Louise here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise--archer/ Connect with Chris here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-g-moylan/ ------------------------- Extra Stuff: Learn more about our online s...

What does it take to build 66 recruitment brands from scratch? Blake Thompson returns to the podcast to share the lessons, mistakes, and wins from his journey launching dozens of agencies across the UK, US, and New Zealand with xRecruiter. Connect with Blake here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/startarecruitmentagency/ ------------------------- Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2xR7j_Xyh...

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How do you consistently drive $700K+ average billings across a 23-person team? In this episode, Adrien from Lead Group breaks down the five key pillars behind their high-performance model. From outsourcing and automation to training, marketing, and mindset. Whether you're scaling a team or looking to improve consultant output, this is packed with practical strategies and bold thinking you won’t wa...