The Recruitment Mentors Podcast

Hishem Azzouz
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Oct 6, 2025 • 1h 29min

How To Win Big In The States | Live Podcast Austin Texas

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PDa1vZEt_l4-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:CapEx Current - Check Out CapEx & Claim Your Exclusive Offer HereSourcewhale - 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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Sep 29, 2025 • 1h 12min

From Struggling Recruiter to Top Biller to Entrepreneur: The Hard Lessons From Liam’s Journey

In this episode, I sit down with Liam to unpack his journey from struggling recruiter to top biller and now entrepreneur in Dubai.Liam went from a tough first year in recruitment to billing £32.5K weekly GP at Opus, before taking the leap to start his own business.We dive into the hard lessons of year one as a founder, the reality of moving to Dubai with £100K saved, and the strategies that helped him rebuild and succeed in a brand-new market.Connect with Liam here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-moir-holland-a194b3158/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CulZLPbdZsg-------------------------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 5,000+ 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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Sep 22, 2025 • 1h 6min

How Terry Payne Rebuilt Aspire From Administration to an 8-Figure Valuation & Employee-Owned Success Story

In this episode, I sit down with Terry Payne to unpack how he rebuilt Aspire from the brink of administration into an 8-figure, employee-owned success story.Terry shares what it was like to inherit a loss-making, headcount-heavy agency, lead it through survival mode during the pandemic, and transform it into a profitable, global business.We dive into the tough calls, the importance of being sales-led, and why giving employees ownership changed everything.If you’re leading a recruitment business through turbulence, Terry’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and rebuilding the right way.You can connect with Terry here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-payne-09722856/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sYtT52RPsxQ-------------------------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 5,000+ 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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Sep 15, 2025 • 1h 15min

The Hard Truths From Year One of Running a Recruitment Business With Genie Founder of We Are Refyne

In this episode, I sit down with Genie, founder of We Are Refyne, to unpack the hard truths from her first year running a recruitment business.From launching with no logo and limited experience, to turning over £364K and building a six-person team, Genie shares both the highs and the brutal lows, losing staff, unpaid invoices, and moments of doubt.We dive into the resilience it takes to keep going, the tactical wins that worked (like WhatsApp BD and SourceWhale), and why vision and culture matter even in year one.Connect with Genie here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genie-burgess-a1342487/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SHuIcTRWYfA-------------------------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 5,000+ 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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Sep 8, 2025 • 1h 10min

The Hard Lessons From Each Stage of Building a Recruitment Business: Chaos, Growth & Clarity with Conor from Quest Personnel

In this episode, I sit down with Conor from Quest Personnel to unpack the hard lessons from every stage of building a recruitment business. Conor started at just 23, completely self-funded, and went from scraping by in a WeWork to leading a £1.4M agency. We walk through the scrappy early days, the lifestyle-business trap, and the mindset and leadership shifts that brought clarity and growth. Connect with Conor here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-boland-81555284/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cxNfpwj6AYU-------------------------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 5,000+ 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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Sep 1, 2025 • 1h 10min

Mastering Contract Recruitment: How to Scale From Ones & Twos to Big Project Wins with Jack Proctor

In this episode, I sit down with Jack Procter, Regional Director at Opus, to unpack what it really takes to master contract recruitment. Jack shares how he scaled from fast-paced “ones and twos” deals to building predictable, project-based client partnerships. We dive into his playbook for hitting £17K weekly GP, the systems behind scaling beyond ad-hoc wins, and the leadership lessons he’s learned along the way.Connect with Jack here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-procter-a20439a3/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e_8p6fknMbU-------------------------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 5,000+ 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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Aug 28, 2025 • 26min

Golden Nugget #87 | Ashley Jones: Expert Market Knowledge, Process Control & Candidate-First Selling

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Aug 25, 2025 • 1h 23min

Why Most Recruitment Companies Fail to Scale: The Hard Truths From Marc & Graeme (Achieved an 8-Figure Exit & Advised 40+ Founders Since)

In this episode, I sit down with Marc Cohen and Graeme Hubert, the founders of ConSol Partners, who achieved an 8-figure exit and have since advised over 40 recruitment founders.We unpack why most recruitment companies never scale beyond 20 heads, the common blind spots that stall growth, and the hard truths founders need to face if they want to build something valuable.You can connect with them both here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/graeme-hubert-a0a140/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcdcohen1/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WBJbolWeIkA-------------------------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 5,000+ 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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Aug 21, 2025 • 18min

Golden Nugget #86 | Sam Langford: How to Build a Standout Recruitment Brand in a Transactional Market

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Aug 18, 2025 • 1h 8min

The Contract Recruiter’s Comeback: How Nick Chambers Rebuilt His Desk & Doubled His Weekly GP

Nick Chambers, a contract recruiter specializing in the UK data market, shares his inspiring journey of bouncing back from a significant drop in weekly GP. He discusses strategies that helped him recover and double his earnings, emphasizing the impact of community and niche specialization. Topics include navigating client and candidate journeys, the importance of authentic relationships in recruitment, and the power of hosting networking events for building valuable connections. Nick highlights how mindset shifts can turn challenges into growth opportunities.

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