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Massive congratulations to our Employee of the Month for December, Kate Edwards! 🤩 Kate is our Business Development Team Lead, and we just love the energy she brings to the team every day. She’s also had an incredible few months, making such an impact on the business. Thank you for everything, Kate! Here’s to an even bigger 2025! 💪

“I’ve had the most amazing win out of a post I did yesterday!” We love reading these types of messages from our Boardroom members! Laura recently shared: “The candidate I posted about yesterday has 3 interviews - 2 of which are on Monday. And the other role I’m being briefed on on Monday. All off the back of my post!” Proof that a consistent and strategic approach to your personal brand really does work💪 Laura is part of our hugely successful The Boardroom, a community for recruitment leaders and founders who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. We launched this programme earlier this year, and we’re so proud of its progress and its impact on our members. 👏 Supportive 👏 Innovative 👏 Valuable 👏…and Fun! Interested in joining or hearing if this is right for you? Get in touch, and let’s chat! #Boardroom #recruitmentleaders #personalbrand

What does life look like on the first day after selling your business? In this week’s episode of The RAG Podcast, Sean Anderson is joined by Chris Peace, founder of Peace Recruitment Group, a specialist construction and engineering recruitment agency based in Scotland. Chris recently exited his business through a vendor-initiated management buyout (VIMBO) – a unique process that allows founders to sell their companies to their teams without the need for external financing or debt. In this candid conversation, Chris shares: 💡 How he structured the VIMBO process to ensure a smooth transition for the business. ⚙️ The key considerations founders need to plan for when preparing to sell. 📈 The benefits of this approach for boutique agencies looking to empower their teams. 💪 The impact of coaching on leadership, team happiness, and business growth. 🔑 Insights into his leadership journey, the challenges of letting go, and his plans for life beyond Peace Recruitment. Whether you’re dreaming of your next chapter or seeking a stress-free exit strategy, this episode offers actionable advice and real-life inspiration for boutique recruitment owners. 🎙 Watch live this Wednesday at 12 PM on Sean Anderson's LinkedIn profile. #RAGPodcast #Recruitment #MBO #ExitStrategy #Leadership

Trust isn’t earned with just one LinkedIn post! It’s built over time 🔽 Show up consistently with regular and valuable posts. Be transparent and share real stories – even the ones with challenges or failures. Vulnerability humanises you. Respond meaningfully to comments, ask for opinions, and listen to your audience. People trust those who listen! Consistency, honesty, and responsiveness build the foundations of trust. Do you agree? #personalbrand #branding #content

Have you ever deleted a LinkedIn post because it didn’t blow up in the first hour? Here’s the truth: your self-worth doesn’t depend on how viral a post goes! Even if it “only” reaches 500-1000 people, that’s still 500 to 1000 people seeing your insights. People you’d never have reached otherwise! Remember: LinkedIn isn’t about instant success and virality. It’s about consistent, valuable contributions. #linkedin #content #posting

November's Hoxo Employee of the Month is none other than... Lauren, our Marketing & Ops Director! 🤩 (its also her birthday today - hip, hip, hooray!) From overseeing our campaigns, and planning everything behind the scenes, to streamlining our day-to-day operations, Lauren juggles it all! Thank you for everything you do – we’re so lucky to have you on our team! 💪 #EOTM #hoxo #hoxolife

You’re short on time and looking for somewhere – anywhere – to win back a few minutes in your day. Do you cut back on LinkedIn and your personal brand? No - the exact opposite! Your personal brand isn’t here to take AWAY your time. When you build it correctly, it’s going to give you MORE of it! 💪 Imagine reaching thousands of the RIGHT people daily – without leaving your desk. Your brand gives you the reach you need to get seen in your niche! 💪 When you get on the phone with a candidate or potential client, they already know you! They’ve seen your content, engaged with your insights, and trust your authority. All thanks to your LinkedIn presence. 💪 Instead of CHASING leads, your brand brings them directly to your inbox. People want to work with people they respect and recognise. Let’s face it: every recruiter is using essentially the same tech stack and tools. In order to really stand out and start winning more business, you need a personal brand that sets you apart. Start building those connections before you pick up the phone! #LinkedIn #personalbrand #hoxo

The road to a successful MBO: Lessons from Chris Peace’s £Million exit What does life look like on the first day after selling your business? In this week’s episode of The RAG Podcast, Sean Anderson is joined by Chris Peace, founder of Peace Recruitment, a specialist construction and engineering recruitment agency based in Scotland. Chris recently exited his business through a vendor-initiated management buyout (VIMBO) – a unique process that allows founders to sell their companies to their teams without the need for external financing or debt. In this candid conversation, Chris shares: 💡 How he structured the VIMBO process to ensure a smooth transition for the business. ⚙️ The key considerations founders need to plan for when preparing to sell. 📈 The benefits of this approach for boutique agencies looking to empower their teams. 💪 The impact of coaching on leadership, team happiness, and business growth. 🔑 Insights into his leadership journey, the challenges of letting go, and his plans for life beyond Peace Recruitment. Whether you’re dreaming of your next chapter or seeking a stress-free exit strategy, this episode offers actionable advice and real-life inspiration for boutique recruitment owners. Watch live this Wednesday at 12 PM on Sean Anderson's LinkedIn profile. #RAGPodcast #Recruitment #MBO #ExitStrategy #Leadership

Are you ready for these key LinkedIn changes? Join our FREE taster session, where we’ll explore: 👉 Simple ways to stay ahead of LinkedIn’s algorithm shifts 👉 How you can reach your audience more effectively 👉 What to prioritise in your content in 2025 We’re giving you practical, proven insights and tips that will help to set you up for a successful 2025. Join us on either of the below dates - each session is exactly the same content, so choose the slot that suits your schedule and timezone. 10 December at 9 AM (GMT) 17 December at 4 PM (GMT) / 11 AM (EST) Live on Zoom Comment “interested”, and we’ll send you a link to register #tastersession #hoxo #LinkedIn

🌟 How to build a thriving solo business while still being the best possible parent: This is Catherine Roughan’s inspiring journey What if success in recruitment wasn’t about scale or exit – but about happiness, balance, and doing it your way? This week on The RAG Podcast, Sean sits down with Catherine Roughan, founder of Kidmore Recruitment, a specialist Rec to Rec in the legal recruitment sector. Catherine has built an incredibly successful solo business while raising two boys, proving that you don’t need a massive team or a big exit plan to thrive. Here’s what you’ll hear about in this episode: 👩💻 How Catherine runs a profitable, solo recruitment business in a competitive niche. 🤝 The power of building genuine client relationships over chasing scale. 💡 Insights on balancing family life and career without compromising either. 🎙️ Catherine’s deeply personal journey through pregnancy, miscarriages, and finding her path in recruitment. 📊 Why metrics like happiness and flexibility are just as important as profit. In an industry obsessed with growth and exits, Catherine’s story is a refreshing reminder that there’s no one-size-fits-all path to success. If you’re a recruiter looking for inspiration to craft a career that aligns with your life values, this episode is for you. 📅 Watch live this Wednesday at 12 PM on Sean Anderson's LinkedIn profile. Bring your notepad—this one’s packed with heart and wisdom! #RAGPodcast #Recruitment #WorkLifeBalance #Entrepreneurship #LegalRecruitment