#127 Sam Hope - The importance of goal setting, how to pritorise momentum over perfection and the significance of risk taking in Sam's career

In this episode I catch up with Sam Hope, the director of H People, a recruitment company specializing in logistics and manufacturing. 

Sam shares his journey of launching the business, the importance of goal setting, and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the significance of hiring and developing a strong team, his experience in the logistics industry, and the impact of building a personal brand. 

Sam emphasizes the need for ambition and drive in business and defines success in both personal and professional contexts.

Takeaways

• Setting goals is crucial for both personal and business growth.
• Accountability partners can help maintain focus on goals.
• Hiring individuals without prior experience can be rewarding.
• Building a personal brand is essential for success in recruitment.
• Understanding the industry you recruit for enhances effectiveness.
• Work-life balance is a challenge for entrepreneurs.
• Success is defined by both business achievements and personal fulfillment.
• Taking risks is necessary for growth and opportunity.
• Learning from clients and candidates is vital for industry knowledge.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sam Hope and H People
03:02 The Journey of Launching H People
06:03 The Importance of Goal Setting
08:54 Challenges in Business and Work-Life Balance
12:02 Hiring and Team Growth
15:10 Experience in Logistics and Recruitment
18:02 Passion for the Industry and Continuous Learning
20:04 Building a Personal Brand in Recruitment
20:26 Building a Personal Brand
28:50 Ambition and Drive
32:22 Taking Risks and Overcoming Fear
35:58 Defining Success

Check out Sam below :

https://www.linkedin.com/in/samhpeople/