The Lone Recruiter

Are you limiting your own billing potential without even realising it?

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.

Unlocking your true billing potential

How your brain tricks you into playing small (and how to outsmart it)

The role of affirmations, goal setting, and visualisation in breaking income ceilings

Tips for making what once felt impossible, your new “normal” 

Recruiters, this is your moment to move!

👉 Internal teams are cut first when hiring slows

This is the window to win, don’t miss it.

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.

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My challenge for you: write down three things you love doing, put them where you can see them, and use them whenever you need a lift.

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:

Don’t miss the upcoming RCSA webinar (Sept 16th) about linking profits to purpose and resetting your recruitment “why.”

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

If you’ve ever felt foggy, overwhelmed, or guilty about taking time off, this episode will help you rethink time out, so you can come back sharper than ever.

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.

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👉 Placement challenges recruiters face and how to overcome them

Not all clients are created equal!

👉 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” clients who never convert into deals, this ep will reset the way you think about client quality. Stop chasing dead ends and start building long-term, profitable partnerships with true A-grade clients.

Struggling to crack tough clients?

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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.

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

How Sourcr profiles & reviews impact candidate engagement

Why the employment market is normalising after COVID highs

The surprising #1 channel for candidate communication (hint: SMS)

What’s really going on with Seek’s dynamic pricing – and the future of ad costs

These five takeaways from Seek Discovery will keep you ahead of the curve and give you an edge in attracting and placing top talent.

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.

In this ep, I share my personal playbook for bouncing back when placements collapse:

If you’ve ever had placements collapse at the last minute, this one’s for you!