As with startups, when you start a recruitment agency, you often have a potential exit or sale in mind. However, preparing for a successful sale doesn't start weeks or even months before the actual transaction; it starts years in advance—ideally now. Here are essential factors buyers typically

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) among recruiting agencies have significantly increased in recent years. This trend has reshaped the landscape of boutique recruitment firms across key markets like the UK, US, France, and Germany. Here, we'll explore the key developments, notable examples, and the main reasons behind

Is artificial intelligence the end of recruiting agencies? Far from it—AI is about to become their biggest competitive advantage. Here’s how AI transforms recruitment for the better 1. Recruiting is inherently human Recruitment isn’t just about matching resumes to job descriptions—it's fundamentally about relationships.

In today's competitive recruitment landscape, agency leaders—owners, founders, and managers—must decide which operational model best suits their business. Should you choose the all-in-one 360° recruitment approach or adopt the specialized 180° recruitment model? In this comprehensive blog post, we’ll explore the differences, advantages, and challenges

Recruiting top talent is challenging. Many companies work with external recruitment agencies, often choosing success-based fees without exclusivity, thinking it minimizes risk. However, this common strategy may not deliver the best results. This article explores why combining retainers with exclusivity can improve outcomes and how it compares to relying solely

Intake or kickoff calls with hiring managers are a cornerstone of recruitment. Done well, they set the foundation for success by gathering all the critical details needed to source and present the right candidates. Done poorly, they can lead to missed expectations, wasted time, and unnecessary frustration for both sides.

In the world of recruitment, one question consistently surfaces in conversations with agencies: how do you balance acquiring new clients with growing existing relationships? This ongoing challenge is central to a successful recruitment strategy, and it’s becoming clear that agencies are starting to identify a “magic number” when it

The recruitment industry constantly wrestles with one of its biggest challenges: the shifting tides between a candidate-driven and a client-driven market. Having recently spoken with various recruitment agencies and independent recruiters, this dynamic is something that keeps resurfacing in our discussions. Today, I want to dive into this common industry