The Resilient Recruiter How a Musician Turned Creative Thinking Into a $1.2M Recruiting Firm, with Justin Levinson
How does a professional touring musician go from the recording studio to building a $1.2M recruiting firm without ever making a single cold call?
In this episode of The Resilient Recruiter, Justin Levinson, founder of Coming Up Creative, reveals how he blended creativity, authenticity, and smart systems to grow a seven-figure recruitment business serving the world’s top entertainment and gaming brands.
Justin’s story is proof that success in recruitment isn’t about grinding harder - it’s about thinking differently. You’ll hear how he built a global team, automated outreach without losing the human touch, and turned every conversation into an opportunity.
Listen to discover:
How creative thinking helped Justin scale to $1.2M in billings
The “anti-campaign” approach that fills his calendar with warm leads
Why branding and design matter more in creative industries
How to build trust, credibility, and inbound clients without cold calls
The diversification strategy that kept his firm thriving through Hollywood strikes
If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to grow a high-performing recruiting business without endless prospecting, this episode is your blueprint.
Connect with Justin Levinson
LinkedIn: Justin Levinson
Website: Coming Up Creative
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