EP25. ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE. Top biller! Steve Guest - Founder, S Guest Consultancy Services Ltd

Mastering the Skills of a Top Biller: Insights from a Seasoned Recruiter

In the competitive world of recruitment, being a top biller is the pinnacle of success. It requires a unique set of skills and attributes that go beyond the stereotype of the loud and salesy recruiter. In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the life of a top billing recruiter and explore the skills needed to excel in this demanding profession. Our guest, a seasoned recruiter with 17 years of experience, shares his journey from rejection to success and offers valuable insights for aspiring recruiters.

Our guest started his career as a qualified Strategic Commodity Buyer, managing and negotiating multi-million-pound contracts. However, after seeing the potential earnings and the work his wife was doing as a recruitment consultant, he decided to make a career shift. Despite initial rejection due to not fitting the traditional salesy mold, he used that setback as motivation to prove his potential. He approached a different recruitment agency and quickly rose through the ranks, setting regional billing records and achieving remarkable success.

Mastering the skills of a top billing recruiter requires a structured approach, trust-building, and a focus on relationships. Overcoming prejudice, embracing ownership, and effective time management are also key factors. By applying these skills, aspiring recruiters can thrive in the competitive world of recruitment and achieve long-term success.

“Fortune favours the brave”