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The Recruitment Mentors Podcast

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May 12, 2025 • 1h 9min

The Recruiter’s Guide to Winning on LinkedIn (Without Linkedin Recruiter) with Amelia Rivas

Discover how Amelia Rivas built a powerful personal brand, won clients, and delivered £200K in billings, without relying on LinkedIn Recruiter.From content strategy to profile optimisation, we break down the practical steps every recruiter can take to win on LinkedIn and stand out in a crowded market.Connect with Amelia here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-rivas-77b12182/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9kYSI1bGsT4-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:Sourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.Raise - Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.-------------------------Extra Stuff:Learn more about our online skills development platform Hector here: https://bit.ly/47hsaxeJoin 4,000+ other recruiters levelling up their skills with our Limitless Learning Newsletter here: https://limitless-learning.thisishector.com/subscribe-------------------------Get in touch:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/-------------------------
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May 5, 2025 • 1h 2min

Cold Calls, Complacency & £900K Billings: Lessons from Year 2 in Business with Hemish Ilangaratne

From smashing £900K in billings to battling complacency and reigniting the power of cold calls, this episode dives into the reality behind big numbers and what it really takes to keep growing.You can connect with Hemish here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hemish-ilangaratne/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ew_pEgOGZ3M-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:Sourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.Raise - Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.-------------------------Extra Stuff:Learn more about our online skills development platform Hector here: https://bit.ly/47hsaxeJoin 4,000+ other recruiters levelling up their skills with our Limitless Learning Newsletter here: https://limitless-learning.thisishector.com/subscribe-------------------------Get in touch:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/-------------------------
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Apr 28, 2025 • 57min

The Hidden Cost of Post-COVID Growth: KPIs, Culture & Lessons from the Other Side with Sasza Bandiera

What happens when your recruitment business grows too fast?Sasza Bandiera shares hard-earned lessons from scaling after COVID, the hidden cost of lowering standards, and how she's rebuilding stronger.A candid conversation for founders navigating growth, culture, and getting back on track.Connect with Sasza here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saszabandiera/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/co-Ln3Oqut0-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:Sourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.Raise - Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.-------------------------Extra Stuff:Learn more about our online skills development platform Hector here: https://bit.ly/47hsaxeJoin 4,000+ other recruiters levelling up their skills with our Limitless Learning Newsletter here: https://limitless-learning.thisishector.com/subscribe-------------------------Get in touch:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/-------------------------
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Apr 21, 2025 • 1h 21min

What It Takes To Win In 2025 | Live Podcast in Manchester

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/r_-f0iNLB7o-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:Sourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.Raise - Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.-------------------------Extra Stuff:Learn more about our online skills development platform Hector here: https://bit.ly/47hsaxeJoin 4,000+ other recruiters levelling up their skills with our Limitless Learning Newsletter here: https://limitless-learning.thisishector.com/subscribe-------------------------Get in touch:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/-------------------------
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Apr 14, 2025 • 1h 20min

Self-Doubt, Burnout & Billing $1.5M: Elizabeth’s First Year in Business

In this episode, Elizabeth shares the raw reality of her first year in business—navigating burnout, self-doubt, and the pressure to perform.She unpacks what led to $1.5M in billings, what she’d do differently, and how she’s now building a sustainable, high-performance business that prioritises both growth and well-being.You can connect with Elizabeth here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-kennedy-1179759/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wmNZzKLv_8o-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:Sourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.Raise - Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.-------------------------Extra Stuff:Learn more about our online skills development platform Hector here: https://bit.ly/47hsaxeJoin 4,000+ other recruiters levelling up their skills with our Limitless Learning Newsletter here: https://limitless-learning.thisishector.com/subscribe-------------------------Get in touch:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/-------------------------
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Apr 7, 2025 • 1h 21min

What It Takes To Win In 2025 | Live Podcast in London

Explore the evolving landscape of recruitment, emphasizing strategic partnerships over simple placements. Hear insights from entrepreneurs on nurturing trust and client relationships. Discover the transformative role of marketing and personal branding in building authentic connections. Learn about leveraging technology and AI to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. The conversation also touches on team dynamics, the importance of structure, and the balance between sales and marketing strategies for sustainable growth and success.
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Mar 31, 2025 • 1h 13min

Why We Only Hire Entry-Level Talent and How It Got Us to £8 Million with Matthew Sullivan

In this episode, I sit down with Matthew Sullivan to unpack why his business only hires entry-level talent and how that decision helped them scale to £8 million NFI.We talk hiring strategy, retention, and building systems that turn rookies into high performers.There’s loads to take from this one.You can connect with Matt here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-sullivan-04ab67116/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8sCvwPtR3DU-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:Sourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.Raise - Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.-------------------------Extra Stuff:Learn more about our online skills development platform Hector here: https://bit.ly/47hsaxeJoin 4,000+ other recruiters levelling up their skills with our Limitless Learning Newsletter here: https://limitless-learning.thisishector.com/subscribe-------------------------Get in touch:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/-------------------------
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Mar 24, 2025 • 1h 6min

Alex Elliot's 10 Harsh Truths About Recruitment

In this episode, I dive into Alex Elliot's 10 harsh truths about recruitment. We discuss building high-performance teams, scaling businesses, and the tough realities behind achieving a successful exit.You can connect with Alex here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexelliott123/-------------------------Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LACws0NzbV8-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:Sourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.Raise - Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.-------------------------Extra Stuff:Learn more about our online skills development platform Hector here: https://bit.ly/47hsaxeJoin 4,000+ other recruiters levelling up their skills with our Limitless Learning Newsletter here: https://limitless-learning.thisishector.com/subscribe-------------------------Get in touch:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/-------------------------
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Mar 20, 2025 • 4min

Are You Coming To One Of Our Live Podcast Events This Year? We're coming to London, Manchester, Sydney, Glasgow and Austin in 2025.

You can grab tickets for our London event next week [50 tickets left]https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1256429708079?aff=oddtdtcreatorYou can grab tickets for our Manchester event in April [50 tickets left]https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1256420751289?aff=oddtdtcreatorConnect/ Follow me on Linkedin if you want to be in the know on all events this year:https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/
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Mar 17, 2025 • 1h 20min

Realities of Startup Life: Lessons Learned from a £500K First Year with Emma & Louise, Esto Search

Emma Lowman and Louise Garrison, co-founders of Esto Search, delve into their impressive £500k first-year journey in tech sales recruitment. They discuss the thrill and challenges of building an authentic brand while navigating emotional highs and lows. The duo highlights the importance of diversity and personal branding in recruitment, emphasizing genuine client relationships over mere skill matching. They also share valuable insights on time management, self-care, and the critical role of financial partnerships to enhance growth and well-being.

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