Episode 8: From Planner to People Powerhouse: How Candace Jarrett Built Her Recruitment Empire

🎧 Episode Synopsis:

In this inspiring 16-minute episode, we meet Candace Jarrett, founder of niche recruitment firm Niche People, who shares her unconventional journey from town planning to building a thriving recruitment business—all while juggling life as a mother of three. With practical insights into entrepreneurship, the power of outsourcing, and the underestimated value of town planning, Candace gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how she scaled her business with the help of a virtual assistant and leaned into her network to become a leader in her field.

📌 Episode Breakdown:

00:00 – 02:30 | Quickfire Icebreakers
Candace answers lighthearted questions—from her love of coffee and red wine to her late-night work habits and dream holidays.

02:31 – 05:00 | Career Origins
Candace shares how a call from a recruiter and her strong industry network inspired her to leap into recruitment after a successful 20-year career in urban planning.

05:01 – 07:30 | Business Growth & The Role of a VA
She discusses how hiring a virtual assistant transformed her operations, freeing up time for family and business growth.

07:31 – 10:00 | Life Balance & Outsourcing Wisdom
Candace reflects on the importance of support systems, her past ventures, and lessons learned about not doing everything alone.

10:01 – 12:00 | Recruitment Realities
She dives into the complexities of quality hiring, why headhunting matters, and how her VA, Dexter, contributes to sourcing top talent.

12:01 – 14:00 | Town Planning Advocacy
Candace makes a case for town planning as a valuable and underappreciated career path—ideal for students exploring property-related industries.

14:01 – 16:00 | Final Advice & Closing Thoughts
She offers powerful advice for small business owners: outsource smartly, value your time, and focus on what drives growth.

🎯 Why Listen:
If you’re a business owner, aspiring recruiter, or curious about how to pivot careers successfully, Candace’s story will leave you motivated and equipped with actionable insights.