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Louise Archer

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Founder & Coach

Louise Archer, Founder & Coach, Retrained Search - Louise has worked on the frontline of recruitment for twenty years. Having been a contingent recruiter before transitioning to retained, Louise understands the struggles that recruiters face operating on a contingent basis. Her mission is to help recruiters transition to retained and secure more forecastable revenue.

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…