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September 22, 2025 65 mins

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/

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Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sYtT52RPsxQ

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Get in touch:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/

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