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Moving From Contingent To Retained Episodes

The Art of Retained Search with Louise Archer
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March 6, 2024

The Art of Retained Search with Louise Archer

In this episode, we sit down with the remarkable Louise Archer, the founder of a leading retained search firm. She's here to peel back the curtain on the secrets of retained search and share with us how embracing this approach can transform your recruiting business.Louise will recount her personal journey in the recruiting world, a path seemingly destined by family ties, and will enlighten us on what retained search really means—a financial commitment from the client paving the way for a more substantial and discerning search process.We'll delve into why retained search isn't just for executive positions and how it can elevate the work of boutique agencies. She'll explain the significant impact of carrying out a retained search, detailing the stages of payment, the challenges of various models, and the undeniable benefits of forging deeper client and candidate relationships.Moreover, we'll touch upon the wisdom Louise has gained throughout her career: the value of being au…
From Contingent to Retained Search with James O'Brien and I-Intro
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Aug. 10, 2023

From Contingent to Retained Search with James O'Brien and I-Intro

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In today's episode titled "James O'Brien Audio," we have a special guest, James O'Brien, who shares his fascinating journey in the recruitment industry. James started his career in sales but stumbled upon recruitment by accident, eventually becoming a client of our podcast's intro, a company focused on enhancing recruitment businesses. With their help, James transitioned from contingent work to a retained recruitment model, reaping numerous benefits along the way. James also explores the differences between contingent and retained recruitment, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive evaluation process to find the best-fit candidates. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of the recruitment industry and gain valuable insights from James's success story. Stay tuned for an engaging and informative discussion on how to drive revenue, increase margins, and improve cash flow in the recruitment world. Let's get started