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Marcus presents a podcast episode focusing on business development strategies for agency recruiters facing today's economic challenges. He emphasizes the importance of establishing true partnerships rather than mere contingency relationships, advocating for meaningful conversations about client needs rather than just gathering requirements. He discusses the importance of leveraging close connections for referrals and the value of personalization in outreach to differentiate from competitors, warning against the ineffective blanket approach to cold outreach. He concludes with advice to block time daily for business development and start with known contacts to create opportunities.

00:36 The Importance of Business Development

01:02 Challenges of Contingency Recruiting

02:32 Effective Business Development Strategies

03:51 Navigating Economic Challenges

07:50 Leveraging Your Network

10:36 The MPC Approach and Testimonials

13:55 Cold Outreach Best Practices

14:45 Conclusion and Next Steps

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In this episode of 'Recruiting Trailblazers,' host Marcus Edwardes welcomes Trisha Kana Mistry, founder of ThreePDS, to discuss her journey in the staffing industry. Tricia shares her unique background, starting in retail and transitioning to founding her own minority business enterprise after 9/11. They dive into how the industry has changed over the past 22 years, the impact of technology like AI, and the importance of maintaining genuine relationships in recruiting. Trisha also details her client-specific approach and the significance of interview preparation and business development. The conversation highlights the critical balance between leveraging new tools and preserving human connections in recruitment.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:27 Trisha's Background and Career Journey
01:30 Starting a Recruitment Business Post-9/11
03:38 The Evolution of the Recruitment Industry
04:17 The Role of Technology in Recruitment
07:32 Client-Specific Recruitment Approach
11:37 Business Development and Client Relationships
18:06 The Importance of Human Connection in Recruitment
22:32 Transforming Lives Through Job Placements
23:03 The Importance of Relationship Building in Recruitment
24:57 The Role of AI in Recruitment
26:18 Understanding and Utilizing KPIs
31:23 Effective Interview Preparation
38:32 Challenges and Anecdotes in Recruitment
41:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Redefining Tech Recruiting: Insights from Mavic Ventures Founder Darren Koontz

In this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, host Marcus Edwardes welcomes Darren Koontz, the founder and CEO of Mavic Ventures. Darren discusses his journey from playing football at Boise State University to establishing Mavic Ventures in 2018, a company focused on providing flexible recruiting solutions for startups. Darren explains the unique on-call model Mavic offers, allowing startups to use recruiters on a flexible, hourly basis. He also touches on the challenges faced by recruiting agencies in today's market, emphasizing the importance of maintaining quality relationships and adapting to the evolving industry landscape. Darren shares his innovative approaches to candidate outreach, including the use of benchmarking and personalized messaging to cut through the noise in candidates' inboxes. He also delves into the mental and emotional aspects of the recruiting business, highlighting the importance of resilience and adaptability for recruiters in a challenging market.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:29 Darren Koontz's Background and Career
01:07 Favorite Film and Concert
02:01 Introduction to Mavic Ventures
03:13 Mavic's On-Call Model and Market Fit
06:44 Challenges and Opportunities in Recruiting
10:17 Effective Candidate Outreach Strategies
20:45 Crafting Effective Outreach Messages
22:19 Building Relationships with Candidates
24:33 Understanding Company Culture
28:31 Challenges in Leadership and Recruitment
35:24 Leveraging Technology in Recruitment
38:59 Future Opportunities and Market Outlook
41:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, Marcus Edwardes interviews Will Spengler, an executive recruiter with over 15 years of experience. They discuss Will's journey from various agencies to founding Frederick Fox, an innovative recruiting firm, and explore effective strategies for agency recruitment. Key topics include the challenges and rewards of adopting a high-commission, low-base salary model, the importance of personalization in sales outreach, and the necessity of time-blocking and planning for long-term success in the recruitment industry.


00:25 Guest Introduction: Will Spengler
01:53 Personal Insights and Interests
03:13 Running and Mental Clarity
04:11 Business Model Discussion
04:16 Founding Frederick Fox
08:23 Commission vs. Salary Debate
19:29 Challenges of Independent Operations
23:33 Back Office Complexities
27:16 Open Invitation for Recruiters
28:00 The Recruiter's Journey: From Unemployment to Success
28:31 Who Thrives in Our Environment?
29:43 Overcoming Mental Blocks in Sales
32:16 Effective Sales Strategies in Today's Market
35:55 Personalization at Scale: A New Approach
46:05 Balancing Sales and Recruitment
47:45 The Importance of Time Management and Planning
50:42 Final Thoughts and Success Stories


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Old School is the New School: Deep Dive into Headhunting with Chris Relth

In this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, Marcus chats with Chris Relth, an experienced recruiting professional and CEO of Artemis. They discuss the importance of relationships in recruiting, navigating economic challenges, and the evolving role of technology in the industry. Chris shares his journey into entrepreneurship, emphasizing the value of effective headhunting, ethical recruitment practices, and the significance of cultural fit in candidate selection. The conversation underscores the resurgence of human-centric recruiting in an era dominated by automation and AI.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:53 Getting to Know Chris
03:07 Defining Moments and Personal Stories
04:25 Founding Artemis: The Journey Begins
07:49 Navigating the Recruitment Industry
11:21 Headhunting and Differentiation
24:19 Setting the Ground Rules for Candidate Submissions
24:50 The Positive Pessimist Approach in Recruiting
25:35 Building Trust with Clients Through Transparency
29:30 The Importance of Relationship Building in Recruitment
30:52 Modern Business Development Strategies
40:55 The Role of AI and Automation in Recruitment
45:43 The Future of Recruitment: Human Touch vs. Technology
47:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, host Marcus Edwardes sits down with Lauren Argenti Rawlings, founder of Precita Placements. Lauren shares the compelling journey of her company's acquisition by ZRG and subsequent rebirth, highlighting her dedication to a high-touch, personalized approach in executive search. The conversation explores the challenges and nuances of diversity recruiting, creative business development strategies, and the importance of building community through in-person events. Lauren also reflects on investing in community events and leveraging social media to differentiate her boutique firm and emphasizes the critical role of candidate experience in forging lasting relationships and earning referrals.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:25 Meet Lauren Argenti Rawlings
01:05 The Story of Proceta Placements
02:44 Challenges and Benefits of Corporate America
04:52 Diversity Recruiting Journey
06:27 The Importance of Client Education
14:36 Advocating for Up-and-Comers
18:48 Building a Network Through Events
28:25 Business Development Strategies
32:50 Concluding Thoughts and Philosophy
34:32 The Role of Social Media and AI

Conclusion
Lauren is a testament to how passion, innovation, and commitment to diversity can drive success in the executive recruiting industry. By pushing the boundaries of traditional practices and creating meaningful, face-to-face networking opportunities, Lauren stands out as a true Recruiting Trailblazer in her field. We hope her insights inspire you to rethink your approach to recruiting and business development.

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In this episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, Marcus Edwardes discusses the importance of adopting a relationship-driven recruiting approach over a transactional one in 2024. He emphasizes the long-term benefits of building trusted advisor status with candidates and prospects, which includes treating all interactions with the same high level of respect and care. Marcus introduces the REACT conversation strategy (Rapport, Explore, Acknowledge, Confirm, That's Right) and the SAM system (Situation, Aspirations, Motivation, Skills) to guide recruiters in forming meaningful relationships that can lead to an effective referral network and reduced reliance on cold outreach.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:28 The Importance of Relationship-Driven Recruiting

00:59 Challenges in Modern Recruiting

01:38 Switching to a Relationship-Driven Mindset

03:01 Building Trust and Authority

06:36 The REACT Conversation Strategy

10:19 The SAM System for Effective Conversations

12:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Marcus is on holiday and will return with a new series in a couple of weeks!

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