Mastering Candidate Experience: FMCG and Consumer Goods | COAR S2-EP2

Send us a textOn this episode, we sit down with Natalie Rogers of Six Degrees to uncover a practical system for keeping senior FMCG candidates engaged, informed, and excited to say yes. From the first brief to the final offer, Natalie shows how trust, clarity, and coaching slash no-shows and build momentum.We break down why FMCG hiring is so tough—shifting categories, tricky job titles, and credibility that hinges on commercial detail. Natalie shares her reverse brief, sourcing strategies that actually convert, and coaching frameworks that help candidates tell clear, commercial stories without sounding scripted.If you recruit in FMCG, marketing, or any talent-tight market, this episode is a masterclass in candidate control without being controlling.Support the show· Our Website is: xrecruiter.io

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Send us a textThe hardest part of hiring isn’t sourcing; it’s steering the process with enough care and clarity that both sides feel confident saying yes. We’re back with one of the best in the industry, Christian Bonadio, Director and Founder of HireQ Consulting, to unpack a practical, people‑first approach to candidate control that ditches gimmicks and builds trust from the first call to three months after start date.Christian is a master of building processes that actually work — from market coverage and why posting targeted job ads still matters, to tactical outreach using your CRM and LinkedIn, and why the phone beats email for real engagement. He shows how offering useful market intel establishes credibility before any pitch, how deep interviews uncover motivations, decision patterns, and fit, and why preparation is the unfair advantage every recruiter needs.We dive into salary and counteroffer control: setting baselines early, reconfirming often, and pressure‑testing interest without burning trust. You’ll hear how to discuss offers without formally offering, when to pause, and how to orchestrate short alignment calls that convert wobbly maybes into solid yeses. Finally, Christian shares aftercare rituals that keep momentum through notice periods and reduce early churn, from week‑one coffees to one‑month and three‑month check‑ins.If you want fewer fall‑throughs, tighter shortlists, and cleaner acceptances, this episode with Christian Bonadio of HireQ Consulting gives you a grounded, actionable framework you can start using today. Subscribe, share with a recruiter who needs a reset, and leave a quick review with your best tip for controlling offers without losing trust.Support the show· Our Website is: xrecruiter.io

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Send us a textWe sat down with Kylie, founder of Prime Recruitment & Consulting , to unpack a smarter, calmer way to build a winning desk in property and construction: fewer dials, better conversations, and a clear plan for trust that compounds. Kylie takes us through her path from real estate into a boutique agency built around the full property lifecycle, and why aligning your niche with genuine interest keeps you curious long enough to become useful.We dig into practical mechanics recruiters can use today. You’ll hear a crisp distinction between a lead, an opportunity, and a job so your pipeline becomes honest and predictable. We map out discovery meetings that earn respect: send an agenda, do deep research on projects and people, and anchor the chat on outcomes at six and twelve months instead of a laundry list of duties. Networking turns into a lead engine when you’re present at industry forums and seasonal events, not just pitching but sharing what candidates want and what the market is signalling. If you want your BD to feel more like advisory work and less like chasing, this conversation gives you the structure, scripts, and mindset shifts to get there. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a recruiter who’s ready to swap volume for value.Support the show· Our Website is: xrecruiter.io

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Send us a textTired of choosing between growth and service quality? We unpack a model that lets you have both: embed a trained remote professional alongside every recruiter so admin, sourcing, compliance, and follow-up run in the background while your team spends more time winning and keeping clients. We sit down with Sam and Jory and Jonny to map the exact structure, from hitting $50k GP every four weeks with one RP through to scaling past $70–$80k with a second RP or an onshore account manager. We tackle the big myths too such as brand integrity, accents, client perception and show why embedded offshoring improves response times, protects relationships, and builds a moat as your desk grows. The cost equation is compelling, but the real story is consistency under load: more interviews, faster fills, better retention.Want to know how H People scaled and grew their agencies with Remote Professionals? Download the task list below.https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UB2CirhD8fkHdyyKLqe3nW_B95b_AN2bSupport the show· Our Website is: xrecruiter.io

Send us a textEver wondered how top-billing recruiters consistently hit their targets year after year? Adam Oldman, an executive HR recruiter from Sydney whose biggest year reached an impressive $1.58 million, breaks down exactly how he built and maintains his high-performance desk.The foundation of Adam's success lies in his methodical approach to business development. Rather than simply chasing job ads (though he admits this was his starting point), he's evolved to focus on strategic leads and what he calls the "hot boss" approach - identifying a candidate's manager during interviews so when they resign, you already know who to connect with. This consultative approach has proven far more effective than cold calling, especially in HR recruitment where managers are constantly bombarded by recruiters.What truly sets Adam apart is his commitment to retained recruitment over contingent work. "Why are recruiters working for free?" he questions, comparing recruitment to other professional services like real estate where payment is expected upfront. He shares practical advice for converting contingent clients to retained by demonstrating the superior value of a thorough, dedicated search process, which has not only improved his work quality but also increased his fees and client commitment.Perhaps most valuably, Adam speaks candidly about experiencing burnout multiple times in his career. He describes burnout as the state where "what used to give you happiness doesn't give you happiness anymore," alongside physical symptoms and cynicism about work. His recovery strategies include taking proper breaks, healthy habits, and daily meditation - a practice he credits as transformative for both his career success and personal wellbeing.Whether you're just starting in recruitment or looking to elevate your performance, Adam's insights on business development, client management, fee negotiation, and mental health offer a blueprint for sustainable success that withstands market fluctuations and personal challenges. Take your desk to the next level by implementing these proven strategies from one of Australia's top performers.Support the show· Our Website is: xrecruiter.io

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Send us a textEvery successful recruiter knows that consistent business development is the foundation of their success, but how do the habits and strategies evolve as careers progress? This candid conversation reveals the real numbers behind prospecting discipline at different career stages.We dive deep into the evolution of a recruitment professional's business development approach—from the hustle of making nearly 700 BD calls annually in their early years to the more strategic focus required when managing teams and accounts. You'll hear specific metrics that drove success, including aiming for five BD and five candidate calls daily when building a desk from scratch, and how those targets shift with experience and increased responsibilities.What stands out is the unwavering commitment to daily prospecting, regardless of seniority. The guest shares their personal discipline of blocking 10-11 AM every day exclusively for BD activities, establishing this as a non-negotiable part of their routine. There's a refreshingly honest admission about the regret that inevitably follows when this discipline slips: "I know every single time I don't do it, I'm going to be annoyed at myself."Whether you're new to recruitment or a seasoned manager, this conversation offers valuable insights into maintaining the prospecting discipline that separates top performers from the rest. How many BD calls are you committing to this week? Listen now to benchmark your approach against industry veterans who continue to prioritize this essential activity.Support the show· Our Website is: xrecruiter.io