Best Deep Thoughts With Cabe Podcasts (2025)

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#70 - Chris Cabe on Managing Remote Teams and Staying Human in a Tech-Heavy Market 19:58

22m ago19:58

19:58

EPISODE SUMMARY Live from the ERE Recruiting Innovation Summit in Las Vegas, Clark sits down with Chris Cabe, Recruiting Team Lead at Capstone IT, for a thoughtful conversation about leadership, remote team management, and what it means to be a strategic talent advisor in today’s hiring landscape. Chris shares lessons from transitioning from intern…

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#69- How Joel Lalgee Uses Content and Conversation to Win 21:00

24h ago21:00

21:00

Episode Summary Live from the ERE Recruiting Innovation Summit in Las Vegas, Clark Wilcox sits down with Joel Lalgee, LinkedIn video content powerhouse and longtime agency recruiter for a high-energy conversation on what’s working in recruiting right now. They dive into the real impact of AI, automation, and content, not as threats, but as tools fo…

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#68- Jacob Price on Smart Recruiting, Automation, and the Long Game 22:38

7d ago22:38

22:38

Episode Summary In this episode recorded live from the ERE Recruiting Innovation Summit in Las Vegas, Clark Wilcox is joined by Jacob Price, Head of Customer Success at pin.com. They dive deep into what pin.com is really solving for: giving recruiters a smarter, AI-driven top-of-funnel tool that surfaces candidates faster, automates outreach across…

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#67- Ross Mayfield on Storytelling, AI, and Standing Out in a Noisy Market 21:01

10d ago21:01

21:01

Episode Summary Live from the ERE Recruiting Innovation Summit in Las Vegas, Clark Wilcox sits down with copywriter and longtime collaborator Ross Mayfield to unpack what’s really happening in the recruiting and content space. From AI buzz to timeless fundamentals, they reflect on the key conversations happening at the conference and what they mean…

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#66- Screening Candidates 24/7 with AI with Sahil Seth 30:08

28d ago30:08

30:08

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark sits down with Sahil Seth, CEO and co-founder of HirePluto, a voice AI copilot that helps recruiters screen candidates 24/7, so you’re not stuck playing catch-up Monday morning. Sahil shares how the platform handles outreach, follow-ups, and full AI-powered phone screens, deliv…

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#65- The Keys to building a 12 Million Dollar Agency with Jeremy Jenson 1:01:11

1M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark sits down with Jeremy Jenson, the founder and CEO of Encore Search Partners. Jeremy shares how he built a high performing executive search firm that now brings in over twelve million dollars a year in revenue. With a team of more than forty employees and a focus on direct hire …

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#64- How Isaac Bowen Turned LinkedIn Into His Most Reliable BD Channel 1:04:50

2M ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark is joined by Isaac Bowen, the founder of Benchmark Search Group. Isaac shares how he built a thriving solo recruiting practice focused on the construction industry, placing top-tier talent across Northern Colorado and Las Vegas. With over a decade of experience and a deep respe…

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#63- Reimagining the Recruiter Marketplace with Darren Koontz 59:55

2M ago59:55

59:55

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark sits down once again with agency leader and recruiting innovator Darren Koontz, marking him as the first-ever two-time guest on the show. And for good reason. Together, they dig into the evolving challenges of today’s recruitment landscape, from broken split models to the burno…

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#62- The Importance of In Person Meetups with ERE's Director of Content & Marketing Joshua Jones 51:42

3M ago51:42

51:42

Episode Summary In this episode of The Digital Recruiter Podcast, we sit down with Joshua Jones, Director of Content Marketing & Development at ERE, to talk about what the best talent acquisition leaders are doing to stay ahead—and why in-person learning and real community still matter in a digital-first world. Joshua shares his personal journey fr…

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#61- The Importance Branding, SEO & Websites with Steve Gipson 58:31

3M ago58:31

58:31

Episode Summary In this episode of The Digital Recruiter Podcast, we sit down with Steve Gipson, Director of Sales Operations at Recruiters Websites, to unpack the critical role of digital marketing, SEO, and LinkedIn strategy in modern recruiting. Steve shares his journey from growing up in a family of recruiters to leading a firm that has helped …

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#60- From Athletic Director to Top Biller with LinkedIn Branding with Ben Cottingham 57:52

3M ago57:52

57:52

Episode Summary In this episode of The Digital Recruiter Podcast, we sit down with Ben Cottingham, Search Practice Lead at FireSeeds, to dive deep into his journey from high school athletic director to a top-performing recruiter in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry. Ben shares his unique career transition story, the les…

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#59- Stop Selling, Start Attracting: How Recruiters Can Build a Personal Brand That Brings Clients to You 41:58

4M ago41:58

41:58

Episode Summary Most recruiters are struggling with business development because no one knows who they are. In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark Wilcox sits down with Kelli Schutrop, CEO of Thoughtful Resound, to talk about the power of thought leadership, content marketing, and authentic sales strategies in recruiting. Kelli sha…

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#58- Scaling, Selling (2x) & Recruiting Burn Out with Belinda Kerr 1:05:58

4M ago1:05:58

1:05:58

Episode Summary Most recruitment founders are stuck on a hamster wheel—working harder, not smarter. In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark Wilcox sits down with Belinda Kerr, founder of Recruitment Garage and host of The Tech Savvy Recruiter Podcast, to break down why so many agency owners struggle to scale. With two successful exi…

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#57- The Mindset Shift That Separates Top Billers from Burnouts with Kate O'Neill 1:05:01

4M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Episode Summary Alright folks, welcome back to The Digital Recruiter Podcast! I'm your host, Clark Willcox, and today, we’ve got a killer episode lined up. I’m sitting down with Kate O’Neill, founder of Job Slinger Academy, to talk about what really makes recruiters successful—beyond just KPIs and cold calls. Kate’s journey into recruitment wasn’t …

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#56- Poker Pro, Media Mogul, Recruiter: Joe Sebok Always goes All In 1:05:34

5M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark Willcox sits down with former professional poker player turned recruiter, Joe Sebok, to talk about his wild career journey. Joe was part of the poker boom in the 2000s, playing on televised World Series of Poker tables, running his own media company, and even building an early …

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#55- Crelate's Kortney Harmon Discusses the Importance of Recruiting Systems & Marketing 1:02:28

5M ago1:02:28

1:02:28

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, I sit down with Crelate’s Kortney Harmon to break down the operational chaos in recruiting agencies and why so many firms are stuck in a cycle of inefficiency. From "shadow processes" that drain productivity to high-billing recruiters being promoted into leadership without training, …

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#54- People Over Process: How Doug Burris Helps Startups Build Teams That Drive Success 1:09:37

5M ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark Wilcox interviews Doug Burris, founder of DBI 2 Consulting, a talent acquisition consultancy for startups and growth-stage companies. Doug shares his journey from growing up around recruiting to building a career rooted in helping businesses scale effectively. With over 30 year…

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#53- Blending Tradition and Innovation: Denise Chaffin on the Future of Recruiting 56:23

7M ago56:23

56:23

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark Wilcox interviews Denise Chaffin, President of Top Source Talent and host of the Talking TA podcast. With over 30 years of experience in recruiting, Denise shares her fascinating journey, from starting in the industry with cold-calling and physical directories to adopting moder…

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#52- Hitting $700,000 in Year 1 through Faith & Work with Julia Arpag 41:12

7M ago41:12

41:12

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark Wilcox interviews Julia Arpag, CEO of Aligned Recruitment, about her journey from corporate recruitment to launching her own agency after being laid off during maternity leave. Julia, a mother of four with years of industry experience, shares how she reached $700,000 in revenue within her first year by focusin…

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#51- The Importance of Change Readiness for Recruiting Agencies with Amy Yackowski 56:41

8M ago56:41

56:41

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark Wilcox interviews Amy Yackowski, founder of Painted Porch Strategies, to explore change readiness, particularly in high-stakes organizational transformations. Amy, with over 20 years in HR, staffing, and tech implementation, shares her insights on “Phase Zero,” a concept she champions to help organizations pre…

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#50 - AI, Automation & Recruiting: Julian D'Angelo on Balancing Tech with Human Connection 1:08:29

8M ago1:08:29

1:08:29

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark Wilcox speaks with Julian D’Angelo, co-founder and CEO of Talin.ai, a cutting-edge automation tool designed for recruiters. Julian shares his unique journey from growth marketing in SaaS to building a recruitment tech company without any prior recruitment experience. He explains how his background in scaling p…

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#49- How Tim Gandee Revitalized his Agency with the Digital Recruiter System 48:09

8M ago48:09

48:09

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark Wilcox sits down with Tim Gandee, founder and executive recruiter of Packaging Recruiter Pros, to discuss Tim's journey in the recruitment industry and how he rebuilt his business after hitting a major roadblock. After over 25 years of experience in recruiting and background screening, Tim found himself at a s…

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#48- Hiring with AI and Human Touch with Scott Morris 59:10

9M ago59:10

59:10

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark Wilcox interviews Scott Morris, founder of Propulsion.ai, an AI-powered tool designed to help recruiters and hiring managers streamline the job description process. Scott shares his background in HR and talent management, having spent 25 years in the industry, including 20 years as a Chief People Officer. His …

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#47- Building of an ATS: How Manan Shah built Recruiterflow for recruiters 52:58

9M ago52:58

52:58

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark Willcox interviews Manan Shah, CEO and co-founder of Recruiter Flow, an ATS platform designed for recruitment agencies. Manan shares how his journey into recruitment was an accidental shift from his original background in engineering and AI analytics. After building his first startup, he realized there was no …

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#46- Building A Brand as a Recruiter with Andrew Lewis 58:57

9M ago58:57

58:57

Episode Summary In this episode of the podcast, Clark Wilcox interviews Andrew Lewis, a seasoned recruiter and content creator who grew to 40,000 followers on LinkedIn. Andrew shares insights into his professional journey, starting with his unexpected entry into recruiting through Aerotek after pursuing a degree in exercise physiology. He candidly …

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#45- Leading with Purpose: Debi Wolfe on Growth, Change, and Success in Recruiting 1:02:07

9M ago1:02:07

1:02:07

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark welcomes Debi Wolfe, a seasoned veteran in the recruiting world with a unique journey from laboratory sales to founding her own company, Imagine More Group. Debi brings a wealth of experience, having worked with major firms like K-Force and Hayes, and even selling a staffing co…

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#44- From Accounting to Agency Owner to Digital Recruiter Client: Nick Loehr shares his recruiting journey 56:09

9M ago56:09

56:09

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark sits down with Nick, the co-founder of JL Recruitment Group, to dive into the real-life challenges and successes of building a recruiting agency from the ground up. Nick shares his journey from working in accounting at PwC to making the jump into IT sales and recruiting. After …

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#43- Recession Proof Agency: Brandon’s Glyck's Journey to Scaling 54:40

10M ago54:40

54:40

Episode Summary In this episode of the Digital Recruiter Podcast, host Clark talks to Brandon Glyck, the CEO of Quantum Search Partners, a rapidly growing recruiting firm recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for the last 3 years. The conversation dives deep into Brandon's unique journey into the recruiting industry, starting from his days as a college …

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#42- Recession Recruiter to CEO: How faith and authenticity drive Adrian Dominguez 1:03:34

10M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark connects with Adrian Dominguez, CEO of ROLINC Staffing and Speaker of the House at Colorado Staffing Association. Adrian's journey is fascinating - from coffee farming roots in Puerto Rico to building a thriving staffing agency in Colorado, while also founding and leading a growing church. Adrian shares how he…

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#41- From Recruiter to Tech Founder: Bryan Wilson's Mission to Modernize the Staffing Workflow 49:44

10M ago49:44

49:44

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark chats with Bryan Wilson, a tech entrepreneur with deep roots in the recruiting industry. Bryan's journey is pretty fascinating - he started washing windows after high school before stumbling into recruiting through his brother-in-law. Bryan shares some great stories from the early days of his recruiting career…

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#40 Part 2- Homeless to Healing: The Incredible Journey in becoming an Agency Owner with Pete Tomasko 58:11

11M ago58:11

58:11

Episode Summary In this deeply personal and inspiring conversation, Clark sits down with Pete Tomasko, a successful recruiter with an extraordinary life story. Pete opens up about his journey from a traumatic childhood to a decade of homelessness and addiction, and his eventual path to recovery and reconciliation. Pete shares the heart-wrenching de…

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#40 Part 1- Homeless to Healing: The Incredible Journey in becoming an Agency Owner with Pete Tomasko 45:07

11M ago45:07

45:07

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark sits down with Pete Tomasko, co-founder of Titan Placement Group, they discuss about the realities of recruiting and starting your own agency. Pete shares his journey from seasoned recruiter to entrepreneur, detailing how he and his partners launched Titan after carefully planning during a 6-month non-compete …

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#39- Building a Multi Revenue Stream Recruiting Agency with Walker Freeman 1:03:12

11M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark sits down with Walker Freeman, Founder of CRO strategies, a rapidly growing agency in the clinical research recruiting world. Walker's journey is a testament to what can happen when industry expertise meets the Digital Recruiter. In March of 2023 Walker was working full-time in clinical research with no recrui…

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#38- Transforming Your Job Search Mindset: Jay Johnston's journey from Dell to Tech Sales Coach 41:02

12M ago41:02

41:02

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark sits down with Jay Johnston, founder of Elite Tech Sales, for an insightful chat about breaking into tech sales and navigating the job search process. Jay shares his journey from graduating with a general studies degree to landing a role at Dell EMC after a grueling six-month job hunt. He discusses how this ex…

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#37- From Nearly Fired to Successful Owner & Podcast Host with the Legendary Benjamin Mena 1:08:47

12M ago1:08:47

1:08:47

Episode Summary In this engaging conversation, Clark sits down with the legendary Benjamin Mena, a seasoned recruiter, entrepreneur, and host of the mega popular Elite Recruiter podcast. Benjamin shares his inspiring journey, starting from the days when he was nearly fired from his first recruiting job to becoming a successful agency owner and infl…

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#36- Turning Your LinkedIn Brand Into A Sales Machine with Robin Choy 49:21

1y ago49:21

49:21

Episode Summary In this episode of The Digital Recruiter Podcast, Clark welcomes Robin Choy, a seasoned agency owner, founder of HireSweet and host of the popular "Modern Recruiter Podcast." Robin candidly shares his unconventional journey into the recruiting world, starting from an early marketplace venture for remote services, leading him to co-f…

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#35- From Enterprise Agency Sales to Coaching with Kim Henderson 1:01:52

1y ago1:01:52

1:01:52

Episode Summary In this insightful episode, Clark welcomes Kim Henderson, a staffing industry veteran with an impressive background leading sales and managing enterprise accounts at staffing giants like KForce and Hays. Kim shares her unconventional entry into recruiting straight out of college and her journey to realizing the profound impact staff…

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Digital Recruiter Show: Redefining Recruitment Through Authenticity 56:55

1y ago56:55

56:55

In an insightful conversation, Kevin and Clark, the dynamic duo of recruiting, unveil a fresh perspective that challenges the status quo. With a captivating blend of wisdom and vulnerability, they delve into the transformative power of embracing the role of a "guide" rather than a "hero" in the realm of recruitment. Through poignant anecdotes and t…

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Digital Recruiter Show: Embracing The Future 59:23

1y ago59:23

59:23

If you're a recruiter or someone looking to level up your career, you won't want to miss the insightful conversations between Clark and Kevin. Their candid discussions offer a treasure trove of practical wisdom and actionable strategies for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of recruiting, personal branding, and leveraging the power of AI. With…

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Digital Recruiter Show: Transforming Your Marketing Game 29:52

1y ago29:52

29:52

Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes in a successful recruitment marketing program? Clark and Kevin's candid conversation offers a compelling look. They openly discuss strategies for creating authentic, value-driven content that truly resonates with hiring managers. From crafting vulnerability-infused posts that humanize your brand to deliver…

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Digital Recruiter Show: The Art of Empowered Recruiting 1:06:15

1y ago1:06:15

1:06:15

Tired of feeling stuck in your recruiting career or agency? Tune in to "The Digital Recruiter Show" with Clark and Kevin, two seasoned industry veterans, as they share game-changing insights that will revolutionize your approach to recruitment. With a perfect blend of humor, candor, and expertise, this dynamic duo will shatter the myths surrounding…

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Digital Recruiter Show: Storytelling Secrets for Recruiters 58:55

1y ago58:55

58:55

In this lively and insightful discussion, recruiting experts Clark and Kevin share their candid perspectives on the art of storytelling and finding your unique value proposition. With a blend of humor and hard-won wisdom, they delve into the transformative power of embracing your strengths, authenticity, and the small things that make you stand out…

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Digital Recruiter Show: Keys to Sales and Recruiting Success 58:37

1y ago58:37

58:37

Are you tired of the same old sales and recruiting advice that seems to overcomplicate things? Imagine having access to a wealth of knowledge from industry veterans who have walked the path you're on and have the battle scars to prove it. In this engaging discussion, Clark, Kevin, and Keely share their hard-earned wisdom, distilling years of experi…

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Digital Recruiter Show: The Secret to Captivating Content 58:36

1y ago58:36

58:36

This Digital Recruiter Show is a masterclass in crafting compelling content that resonates with your audience. Hosts Clark and Kevin are recruiting wizards who share their secrets for creating posts that tap into the emotions and daily challenges of hiring managers. Their approach? Ditch the bland, one-size-fits-all messaging and get hyper-specific…

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Digital Recruiter Show: Writing captivating hooks 34:47

1y ago34:47

34:47

In this episode, Clark and Kevin dive deep into the crucial art of crafting captivating hooks for your social media posts. They emphasize the importance of urgency, usefulness, uniqueness, and ultra-specificity when it comes to grabbing your audience's attention in those precious first few seconds. With the modern consumer bombarded by an endless s…

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#34- Agency Owner + Author, “Don’t Suck at Recruiting” with Bill Brown 57:23

1y ago57:23

57:23

Episode Summary In this episode, Clark talks with Bill Brown, the founder of Think People.Culture and author of the acclaimed book "Don't Suck at Recruiting," showcases his no-nonsense approach to building successful partnerships with clients. From the importance of prioritizing the candidate experience to the art of pushing back on unreasonable de…

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Digital Recruiter Show: Content Creation 30:07

1y ago30:07

30:07

Attention Recruiters and Content Creators! Are you struggling to create content that captivates and converts your target audience? Look no further - Clark and Kevin have the secrets to crafting compelling LinkedIn posts that drive results. In this insightful discussion, they dive deep into the essential questions you must ask yourself before puttin…

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#33- Leveraging your Podcast into New Clients with Adam Posner 1:03:44

1y ago1:03:44

1:03:44

Episode Summary Adam now runs his own successful agency, NHP Talent Group, leveraging his expertise to help clients find top talent. How he figured out how to get his best clients, is the real gold. It was podcasting that really opened the doors on client acquisition. 1.7 million downloads later, Adam breaks down how to approach building out your p…

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Digital Recruiter Show: Prospecting For New Clients 53:21

1y ago53:21

53:21

Prospecting for new clients is the lifeblood of any recruiting agency, but are you doing it effectively? In this highly actionable session, prospecting masters Clark and Kevin peel back the curtain on their proven strategies for laser-targeting ideal clients and accounts using LinkedIn's Sales Navigator. They demonstrate step-by-step how to leverag…

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#32- Elevating the Candidate Voice: Masoud Ardestani’s story from Meta to Rapha 51:59

1y ago51:59

51:59

Episode Summary In this insightful episode, Clark sits down with Masoud Ardestani, the founder of Rapha - a platform that helps recruiters and hiring managers get high-fidelity signals from applicants without picking up the phone. Masoud's origin story is one that many can relate to - struggling to stand out during the job hunt despite an impressiv…

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