The Lone Recruiter

In this raw and honest ep, Beth O’Neil, our Head of Marketing & Creative, opens up about her journey from smashing 100k months in recruitment to spiralling into burnout and depression, and how she found her way back.

Beth shares: 👉 The reality behind 100k months in recruitment 👉 How toxic work culture accelerated her burnout 👉 The warning signs she missed along the way 👉 What it took to recover and rebuild 👉 Why red...

Resilience, grit and growth define successful athletes, and the same mindset can make them weapons in business. In today's ep I chat with Alex Opacic about the transition from professional and semi-professional sport into the world of business and recruitment.

We dive into: 👉 The resilience and mindset athletes bring to business success 👉 How tunnel vision in sport translates (and sometimes clashes) with career transitions 👉 Th...

Too many recruiters let clients derail the process, dragging their feet on interviews, giving poor feedback, or making clumsy offers that undo weeks of hard work. The reality is, if you don’t coach your clients, you’re setting yourself up for frustration and lost placements.

In this ep, I show you how to take control of the process so clients work with you, not against you. This isn’t about being pushy, it’s about setting standards...

Are you limiting your own billing potential without even realising it? In today's ep, I’ll walk you through a quick but powerful mindset exercise that will help you break past the ceilings you’ve set for yourself.

You’ve already proven what you’re capable of, but what if you could double it? Triple it? The only thing holding you back is the story you’re telling yourself. Tune in for:

• Unlocking your true billing potential

• ...

Recruiters, this is your moment to move! The market might feel flat but this is your chance to grow. As internal talent teams shrink, recruiters who stay visible and persistent can scoop up new clients and roles. Here’s how:

👉 Internal teams are cut first when hiring slows 👉 Fewer competitors means more market share for you 👉 Big firms are turning back to agencies for support 👉 Now is the time to re engage tough to crack clie...

Feeling flat? Stuck in a funk you can’t shake? We all get there, the question is, how do you reset?

In this ep, I share how R U OK? day reminds me to check in with others and check in with myself. I walk through the simple 3-things exercise I use when my energy’s low, plus the small daily resets that keep me going in a high-pressure job.

Tune in for: 👉 The 3-things reset exercise that works every time 👉 Spotting the difference be...

Are you chasing perfect recruitment and stalling deals in the process? 

The truth is, waiting for the “ideal” brief or flawless client setup can kill your momentum. Recruitment rarely plays out perfectly, so learning how to embrace imperfect recruitment can unlock more placements, stronger pipelines, and faster results.

In today's ep, I break down: 👉 Why chasing perfect briefs slows you down 👉 How to run with “imperfect” roles wi...

Are you pushing through fatigue without realising what kind of rest you actually need? Today's ep looks at the difference between physical exhaustion and mental fatigue.

From snowboarding trips to conversations at Shape on the Gold Coast, I share insights into how mental clarity can skyrocket once you give your brain time to decompress.

👉 Discover the difference between physical tiredness and mental fatigue 👉 Why simple tasks lik...

From geologist to top-performing recruiter, today’s guest Margot Courtillat shares how she went from zero industry experience to becoming Inspired Recruitment agency’s highest biller in just three years. We dive into the highs, the toughest hurdles, international hiring strategies, and the one KPI that really matters for a recruiter’s desk.

Tune in for:

👉 Placement challenges recruiters face and how to overcome them 👉 The singl...

Not all clients are created equal! In today's ep I break down what makes an A-grade client and how you can spot them fast. Not every client is worth your time, so here’s the playbook I use:

👉 They must have jobs now and growth targets for the future

👉  You need real access, not just surface-level conversations

👉  You’ve got to be able to sell their brand and opportunities with confidence

If you’ve ever wasted time on “nice” c...

Struggling to crack tough clients? In this ep, I share why the hardest clients to win over often become your best long-term partners. Learn how to spot the “fumbles” that open doors, use persistence to your advantage, and turn high-barrier prospects into loyal clients.

Tune in for: 👉  The power of persistence when barriers to entry are high 👉 What an agency “fumble” looks like (and how to capitalise on it) 👉 The difference bet...

I was invited to Seek’s annual Discovery session (usually reserved for the big agencies) and walked away with 5 powerful insights that every recruiter should hear. In this ep, I break down exactly what’s coming, what’s working, and what you need to focus on right now.

Tune in for:

• Why Seek remains the dominant job board in Australia & Southeast Asia

• How Sourcr profiles & reviews impact candidate engagement

• Why ...

I’ve just had three deals fall over in a single week! Two with signed contracts ready to go, and another candidate pulling out last minute. That’s around $70k gone overnight. Brutal. But this is real-life recruiting, and I want to show you exactly how I handle it when things go sideways.

In this ep, I share my personal playbook for bouncing back when placements collapse: 👉 How I reset with clients and rebuild trust quickly 👉 Wh...

Recruiters, agency owners, and solo operators don’t need to chase every new automation, platform, or “game-changing” tech tool. Using Toyota’s slow-and-steady approach to innovation as inspiration, waiting to see what works in the market can save you time, money, and frustration.

If you’ve ever felt FOMO over your tech stack or pressure to be ahead of the curve, this ep will hopefully inspire you to slow down, focus on what works...

Today I’m joined by Jodie to talk all things Shape 2025, the RCSA's Leaders Conference, is a flagship three-day event packed with incredible speakers, powerful networking, and some epic social functions. This year’s line-up includes big names like Todd Sampson, Leigh Sales, and Tim Martin, plus transformation panels, AI insights, and storytelling that will leave you inspired.

Tune in for: 👉 Why this i...

Today I want to give you a high impact strategy that could easily net experienced recruiters an extra $100–$200k per year. The key is to master the end of a deal.

I'll run through the 'Triangle of Influence' concept, a simple yet powerful framework to help you manage the delicate balance between client, candidate, and recruiter. Learn when to step in, when to step back, and how to navigate the final stages of a deal to avoid losing...

I want to hammer home the simple truth: consistency wins in recruitment. Whether it's posting on LinkedIn, picking up the phone, or sticking to your daily plan, the recruiters who show up every day are the ones who build lasting success. I want to help you identify and lock in your 6–10 core daily activities.

Tune in for:

• Why consistency is more important than intensity

• How to avoid distraction and stay on track

• A pract...

Recruiters, it’s time to think like a creator! In this ep, I break down what top YouTubers like MrBeast and your favourite creators do to hook attention and how you can apply the same principles to stand out in a crowded recruitment market.

You’ll walk away with three simple, actionable tactics that improve candidate and client engagement, get better response rates, and help you cut through the noise in your inbox, ads, and calls....

Negative self-talk is one of the biggest performance killers in recruitment and in life. In this ep, I unpack where that harsh inner voice comes from, why it shows up, and practical strategies to overcome it.

You’ll learn:

• How to spot self-sabotaging thoughts before they spiral

• Simple mindset resets backed by psychology

• What to do when you feel like you’re failing at your desk

• How to take immediate action that rewires y...