The Recruitment Network Podcast
Welcome to the weekly Recruitment Podcast by The Recruitment Network (TRN) – where we share real conversations to help you build your recruiting team, level up your recruiter training, and stay ahead in the world of talent acquisition.
TRN – Enabling recruitment businesses to maximize their performance, productivity and profitability.
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Mike Gawthorne, Rowan Grobler & Toni Cocozza on Recruitment Exits, MBOs & Investors
<p>Welcome to the weekly Recruitment Podcast by The Recruitment Network (TRN) – where we share real conversations to help you build your recruiting team, level up your recruiter training, and stay ahead in the world of talent acquisition.</p> <p>TRN – Enabling recruitment businesses to maximise their performance, productivity and profitability.</p> <p>In this episode with <strong>Mike Gawthorne, Rowan Grobler, and Toni Cocozza</strong>, we explore the realities of exiting a recruitment business and what leaders need to know when preparing for investment or sale. The panel shares powerful insights into investor relationships, leadership transitions, and the emotional and strategic journey of stepping back from your business.</p> <p>Topics include:</p> <ul> <li><p>Understanding Exit Strategies in Recruitment</p></li> <li><p>Motivations Behind MBOs and Trade Sales</p></li> <li><p>The Emotional Journey of Exiting a Business</p></li> <li><p>Investor Perspectives on Business Readiness for Sale</p></li> <li><p>Managing Leadership Transition Post-Exit</p></li> <li><p>Navigating Private Equity and Venture Capital</p></li> <li><p>Building Strong Relationships with Investors</p></li> <li><p>Understanding Entry Points for Investment</p></li> </ul> <p>What is TRN? The Recruitment Network is the ultimate support network for recruitment business leaders. We offer a wide range of benefits including: an inclusive leadership club; Recruitment Trailblazers, a programme tailored for billing managers; full back‑office support and training; TRN World, our innovative online community; plus access to investment insights, technology guidance, expert content, and much more.</p> <p>Start your TRN journey with a 30‑day free trial: <a href="https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/sign%E2%80%91up%E2%80%91free" rel="nofollow">https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/sign‑up‑free</a></p> <p>Explore more recruitment content: <a href="https://trn.world/page/content" rel="nofollow">https://trn.world/page/content</a></p> <p>Upgrade your team with expert recruitment coaching & training: <a href="https://trn.world/page/training" rel="nofollow">https://trn.world/page/training</a> (Access to TRN World and content included for members)</p> <p>Download our app – just search The Recruitment Network</p> <p>Already a TRN member? Log in here: <a href="https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/login" rel="nofollow">https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/login</a></p> <p>Access The Ultimate AI in‑a‑Box and other practical guides for TRN members: <a href="https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/learn/guides/the-ultimate-ai-in-a-box-from-trn" rel="nofollow">https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/learn/guides/the-ultimate-ai-in-a-box-from-trn</a></p> <p>Subscribe now – your go‑to show for recruitment business support, recruiter development, and impactful leadership.</p>
Shayne Simpson on Building the Ultimate Recruitment Tech Stack
<p>Welcome to the weekly Recruitment Podcast by The Recruitment Network (TRN) – where we share real conversations to help you build your recruiting team, level up your recruiter training, and stay ahead in the world of talent acquisition.TRN – Enabling recruitment businesses to maximise their performance, productivity and profitability.In this episode with Shayne Simpson, we explore the evolving role of AI in recruitment and dive deep into how technology is reshaping talent acquisition. Shayne shares expert insights into building the right tech stack, leveraging innovative AI tools, and the importance of data-driven decision-making in recruitment.What is TRN?The Recruitment Network is the ultimate support network for recruitment business leaders. We offer a wide range of benefits including: an inclusive leadership club; Recruitment Trailblazers, a programme tailored for billing managers; full back‑office support and training; TRN World, our innovative online community; plus access to investment insights, technology guidance, expert content, and much more.Start your TRN journey with a 30‑day free trial: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazJvWTR6cjNyTmlkV2xDc2hhZDVsRlBlcy1QUXxBQ3Jtc0tuVFIzYzY0ZEVJTXZOX25VcV9TTXY1azJmYm1WaExZMkFDQWtKcGYxNHJIbXhQeXZ5c2FJWmJFMVFTYkl3OTBiNTJaeTZiOW5GWDhRaWlpR2trSC1raHQwdWE0SlpKV0ViS004dWRLSWxUTGFua003bw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftherecruitmentnetwork.com%2Fsign%E2%80%91up%E2%80%91free&v=AxNTvAZpjvU" rel="nofollow">https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/sig...</a>Explore more recruitment content: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3NhMW43VF9OR2NoRnJxZTRkdmFxdFpFVmxKUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZFlHVF96ck1QeG1IUkwwdUVBX0tDbFlwam5tM20ySGdramdoVURZRm82ZFdHTU9waEttNXh0Xzh0QURTSWZYdG9Nc2d2Q3pTMC1tN1IwWTZMMnVQSFRSZ1M2cjFKWGVpSDM2ek1rbnRlUF8xR25mMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftrn.world%2Fpage%2Fcontent&v=AxNTvAZpjvU" rel="nofollow">https://trn.world/page/content</a>Upgrade your team with expert recruitment coaching & training: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEtoSldiM1k5ZXBpTDh5Vm0zUldWdnhPMjA0QXxBQ3Jtc0tuZ08tcG85Ry1VNkotc0pGNWVNWndmcmt5ZS0yM19qdW0xa0JZckd5SlNiM3ZZdFhIcHlNOWFIUlU5WWZCWmYyWkdIckRHZ2x6eHRkbVZ4WXg5T1ZDeFJxMnNkRE5wSF9TenlQenJkR1o5dTkycU5hbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftrn.world%2Fpage%2Ftraining&v=AxNTvAZpjvU" rel="nofollow">https://trn.world/page/training</a>(Access to TRN World and content included for members)Download our app – just search The Recruitment NetworkAlready a TRN member? Log in here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnpQZzloV2NkN0J0UEtNX0tzUElaZ2tMckdpZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsRFdhNjRDX3I4aHN5bTRHeW1KQXhPak1OckNFRll4WTM3ZS1sWkVsTnFYcmdpelFvVkhRUkdMdDkxdnFDNGY1WjQwaEl6dUk1MDFjUkp2OHR1enBYXzBKdWpSOUJ3bllYaGk5UjhUT3FfZmI4c1JWRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftherecruitmentnetwork.com%2Flogin&v=AxNTvAZpjvU" rel="nofollow">https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/login</a>Access The Ultimate AI in‑a‑Box and other practical guides for TRN members: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVJEM2ttWmR0cThLX1ZHMXRpdnh1RzdPblctQXxBQ3Jtc0ttM3FQX1kyOGFSaU1GcGZzaXVrTmZGVE9NS1Y3dWFQNlRPMzhqbmxrakVGZ09ReTI1TjdVczRsLWF0T3lFWE5LdEN2WlBWb2ltLWFScm1zRWl6cWo1aEtZR1djTktNQ0ZSNE5GTjRtQi11ejc4M3NPNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftherecruitmentnetwork.com%2Flearn%2Fguides%2Fthe-ultimate-ai-in-a-box-from-trn&v=AxNTvAZpjvU" rel="nofollow">https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/lea...</a>Subscribe now – your go‑to show for recruitment business support, recruiter development, and impactful leadership.</p>Matt Wragg on Soldier to CEO: Culture, Growth & Adaptation
<p>Welcome to the weekly Recruitment Podcast by The Recruitment Network (TRN) – where we share real conversations to help you build your recruiting team, level up your recruiter training, and stay ahead in the world of talent acquisition.</p> <p>TRN – Enabling recruitment businesses to maximise their performance, productivity and profitability.</p> <p>In this episode with Matt Wragg, we explore his inspiring journey from soldier to CEO, and how he’s built a people-centric recruitment business rooted in culture, authenticity, and purpose. Matt shares lessons in resilience, leadership, and adaptability, while unpacking how recruitment businesses can navigate market challenges, embrace skills transferability, and stay ahead of the curve with technology and evolving talent dynamics.</p> <p>We discuss the importance of building a strong culture, finding career satisfaction, and developing future-ready skills. Whether you're leading a team, scaling a business, or rethinking your strategy, this episode is packed with insights on how to grow and adapt in a constantly changing market.</p> <p>What is TRN?</p> <p>The Recruitment Network is the ultimate support network for recruitment business leaders. We offer a wide range of benefits including: an inclusive leadership club; Recruitment Trailblazers, a programme tailored for billing managers; full back‑office support and training; TRN World, our innovative online community; plus access to investment insights, technology guidance, expert content, and much more.</p> <p>Start your TRN journey with a 30‑day free trial:https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/sign‑up‑freeExploremore recruitment content: https://trn.world/page/content</p> <p>Upgrade your team with expert recruitment coaching & training:https://trn.world/page/training(Access to TRN World and content included for members)</p> <p>Download our app – just search The Recruitment Network</p> <p>Already a TRN member? Log in here: https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/login Access The Ultimate AI-in‑a‑Box and other practical guides </p> <p>For TRN members: https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/learn/guides/the-ultimate-ai-in-a-box-from-trn🎧 </p> <p>Subscribe now – your go‑to show for recruitment business support, recruiter development, and impactful leadership.</p>Felix Wetzel on Generative AI, Candidate Experience, and What's Next
<p>Welcome to the weekly Recruitment Podcast by The Recruitment Network (TRN) – where we share real conversations to help you build your recruiting team, level up your recruiter training, and stay ahead in the world of talent acquisition.TRN – Enabling recruitment businesses to maximise their performance, productivity and profitability. In this episode with Felix Wetzel, we dive into the future of recruitment in the age of AI. From the rise of generative AI and the evolution of talent acquisition to data-driven hiring, trust, and candidate experience, Felix unpacks what innovation truly means for recruiters today.We explore the role of skills and cultural fit, how to embrace change with optimism, and what AI agents could mean for the future workforce. Whether you’re navigating the current landscape or preparing for what’s next, this episode delivers sharp insights on how to lead through transformation.What is TRN?The Recruitment Network is the ultimate support network for recruitment business leaders. We offer a wide range of benefits including: an inclusive leadership club; Recruitment Trailblazers, a programme tailored for billing managers; full back‑office support and training; TRN World, our innovative online community; plus access to investment insights, technology guidance, expert content, and much more.Start your TRN journey with a 30‑day free trial: https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/sign‑up‑freeExplore more recruitment content:https://trn.world/page/contentUpgrade your team with expert recruitment coaching & training:https://trn.world/page/training(Access to TRN World and content included for members)Download our app – just search The Recruitment Network Already a TRN member? Log in here:https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/loginAccess The Ultimate AI in‑a‑Box and other practical guides for TRN members:https://therecruitmentnetwork.com/learn/guides/the-ultimate-ai-in-a-box-from-trn Subscribe now – your go‑to show for recruitment business support, recruiter development, and impactful leadership.</p>