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Confessions of a Recruiter

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Confessions of a Recruiter is a podcast built for recruiters who want more than surface-level stories.We’ve stepped into a new era with a sharper look and a stronger voice. This rebrand isn’t just about a new logo. It reflects our commitment to real conversations, genuine insight, and a brand that matches the impact we’re making in the recruitment industry.If you're keen to be part of the journey,... more

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Ghosting, dropouts, slow feedback, messy shortlists, and clients who “just want the CVs” aren’t random problems. They’re symptoms of a process that doesn’t build trust early and doesn’t make the work visible. We’re joined by Ryan Ke... more

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A near million-dollar blue collar desk, a life jump to Japan, a return to Melbourne during COVID, and a pivot into tech and enterprise accounts, Ena Colo has lived the full recruitment rollercoaster. We sit down and unpack what actu... more

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Recent Guests

Greg Savage
One of the most respected voices in the recruitment industry, an advisor, author, and commentator.
Episode: Growing & Scaling Your Agency in 2026: The Greg Savage Masterclass
Nat Rogers
Recruitment professional specializing in FMCG and consumer goods.
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Episode: Mastering Candidate Experience: FMCG and Consumer Goods | COAR S2-EP2
Christian Bonadio
Founder and director of HireQ
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Episode: Mastering Candidate Experience: Sales & Marketing | COAR S2-EP1
Mollie Gunn
Director at i-Pharm Consult
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Episode: Mastering BD: Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals | COAR S1-EP6
Harvey Rivers
Co-founder of Harwell Consulting
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Episode: Mastering BD: White Collar | COAR S1-EP1
Adam Powell
Co-founder of Harwell Consulting
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Episode: Mastering BD: White Collar | COAR S1-EP1
Dimpy Mehta
Director of Exclusive Talent
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Episode: Dimpy Mehta - Exclusive Talent | Confessions of a Recruiter #112
Joe Butler
Co-founder of Hyre
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Episode: Joe Butler - Hyre | Confessions of a Recruiter #109
Tom Hunter
Recruitment consultant and equity owner at Edward Mann
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Episode: Tom Hunter - Edward Mann | Confessions of a Recruiter #108

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Incredible

    As a new kid on the block in recruitment, I am listening to your podcast’s every word. So insightful from outsourcing the $10 tasks to what tech I should explore. Thanks guys. Amy Lee, Talent Run

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    Australia2 years ago
  • Full of value and good laughs

    The guys are providing some fantastic value here for recruiters, I’ve learned a lot from tuning in each week with experienced guests.

    Keep up the great work lads 😎👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pouch Douglas
    Australia3 years ago
  • Build Your Own Empire Under X-Recruiter

    Blake & Declan are changing the game.

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    Australia3 years ago
  • Recruiters must watch

    This is a ground breaking venture sure to be successful for these young entrepreneurs , watch this space

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy J P S
    Australia4 years ago

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Great value for recruiters; practical insights and actionable tips.
Promising content; a strong mix of guest expertise and founder perspective.
Hosts deliver valuable, real-world guidance with engaging guests.
Audience-friendly format with helpful branding and growth strategies.

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Growing & Scaling Your Agency in 2026: The Greg Savage Masterclass
Q: What's the biggest mistake recruitment founders make when trying to scale?
One of the biggest mistakes is failing to have a clear plan and not allocating resources effectively.
Growing & Scaling Your Agency in 2026: The Greg Savage Masterclass
Q: What are three key things an agency owner should do before they even think or consider about scaling or hiring?
They should think about what their goal is, assess their skills and appetite for risk, and be prepared to change their role as the business grows.
Mastering BD: White Collar | COAR S1-EP1 SNIPPET
Q: What's it like starting an agency with your best friend?
It's been a shared journey where we leverage each other's strengths for success.
Mastering BD: Sales & Marketing | COAR S1-EP3 SNIPPET
Q: And how do you coach to that? Do you role play with them beforehand? Are you just there in the meetings?
Training involves role-playing and giving recruiters responsibility during meetings to foster learning.
Mastering BD: Sales & Marketing | COAR S1-EP3 SNIPPET
Q: What is something or a mistake that you see recruiters typically making at that stage?
Recruiters often don't ask enough questions and tend to sell too often without closing.

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Across recent episodes, the show centers on practical recruitment strategy, agency growth, and candidate experience, with a strong emphasis on branding, outbound-to-inbound lead generation, and scaling through both people and processes. Guests range from founders and industry veterans to recruiters across pharma, FMCG, and insurance, offering tactical playbooks on LinkedIn presence, client relationships, KPI-driven BD, and offshore/remote staffing. A notable through-line is transparent candidate management, high-quality client delivery, and a clear focus on building sustainable, scalable recruitment businesses. The format consistently blends actionable tactics with founder-level reflections, making it useful for listeners seeking tangible m... more

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