Confessions of a Recruiter
The show is hosted by Blake Thompson and Declan Kluver who respectively own Vendito Consulting and Blended Employment. Both have been in Sales & Marketing Recruitment for over 5 years. The podcast is about opening the door to the recruitment world and creating a community of recruiters who can share funny stories, educate and have honest conversations about the industry and their experience. All episodes are powered by xrecruiter.
Episodes
207 episodes
From Fear to Confidence: Navigating Professional Connections When You're Just Starting Out | Confessions of a Recruiter #115 SNIPPET
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Douglas Robertson - DR Analytics Recruitment | Confessions of a Recruiter #115
When Douglas Robertson founded DR Analytics Recruitment, he didn't just create another recruitment agency—he tackled the fundamental isolation problem in the data analytics industry. Having worked as a data analyst himself, Douglas recognized t...
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Building xrecruiter: The Inside Story | Confessions of a Recruiter #114
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 ...
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Ed Glover - xrecruiter | Confessions of a Recruiter #113
From martial arts champion to global recruitment leader, Ed Glover's remarkable career journey demonstrates how early discipline shapes professional success. Raised by a special forces father with a "if you're not first, you're last" mentality,...
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Dimpy Mehta - Exclusive Talent | Confessions of a Recruiter #112
Dive into the incredible journey of Dimpy, an inspiring immigrant who transitioned from placement coordinator to the founder of Exclusive Talent, a thriving recruitment agency. In this episode, we explore her early life in India, the challenges...
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Josh Hill - North Star Partners | Confessions of a Recruiter #111
Are you ready to delve into the dynamic world of recruitment business sales? In this episode, we sit down with Josh Hill, the founder of North Star Partners, as he shares his unique experiences and valuable insights into navigating the complexi...
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Richard Triggs - Arete Executive | Confessions of a Recruiter #110
Ever wondered how a unique move like a "suicide shot" in Bangkok can shape a career? Join us as Richard Triggs, founder and CEO of Arete Executive, shares his remarkable journey in recruitment and talent management. With over 1,500 executives p...
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Vulnerability and Business: When Impostor Syndrome Strikes | Confessions of a Recruiter #114 MOMENT
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Joe Butler - Hyre | Confessions of a Recruiter #109
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...
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Tom Hunter - Edward Mann | Confessions of a Recruiter #108
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...
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Transforming Stigmas into Success Stories | Confessions of a Recruiter #107 SNIPPET
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 recr...
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Daniel Ryan - Vendito Consulting | Confessions of a Recruiter #107
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 shif...
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Carolina Guillen Garcia - Ivory Group | Confessions of a Recruiter #106
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 recruit...
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Chris Beh - Behtech Recruitment | Confessions of a Recruiter #105
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....
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Jack Boxell & Ryan Cokell - UrTech Consulting | Confessions of a Recruiter #104
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 w...
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Unlocking Rapid Success for Recruitment Agency Owners | Confessions of a Recruiter #103 [SNIPPET]
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 tran...
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