Episode 8: From Planner to People Powerhouse: How Candace Jarrett Built Her Recruitment Empire

18/06/2025 15 min Temporada 1 Episodio 8
Episode 8: From Planner to People Powerhouse: How Candace Jarrett Built Her Recruitment Empire

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🎧 Episode Synopsis:In this inspiring 16-minute episode, we meet Candace Jarrett, founder of niche recruitment firm Niche People, who shares her unconventional journey from town planning to building a thriving recruitment business—all while juggling life as a mother of three. With practical insights into entrepreneurship, the power of outsourcing, and the underestimated value of town planning, Candace gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how she scaled her business with the help of a virtual assistant and leaned into her network to become a leader in her field.📌 Episode Breakdown:00:00 – 02:30 | Quickfire Icebreakers Candace answers lighthearted questions—from her love of coffee and red wine to her late-night work habits and dream holidays.02:31 – 05:00 | Career Origins Candace shares how a call from a recruiter and her strong industry network inspired her to leap into recruitment after a successful 20-year career in urban planning.05:01 – 07:30 | Business Growth & The Role of a VA She discusses how hiring a virtual assistant transformed her operations, freeing up time for family and business growth.07:31 – 10:00 | Life Balance & Outsourcing Wisdom Candace reflects on the importance of support systems, her past ventures, and lessons learned about not doing everything alone.10:01 – 12:00 | Recruitment Realities She dives into the complexities of quality hiring, why headhunting matters, and how her VA, Dexter, contributes to sourcing top talent.12:01 – 14:00 | Town Planning Advocacy Candace makes a case for town planning as a valuable and underappreciated career path—ideal for students exploring property-related industries.14:01 – 16:00 | Final Advice & Closing Thoughts She offers powerful advice for small business owners: outsource smartly, value your time, and focus on what drives growth.🎯 Why Listen: If you’re a business owner, aspiring recruiter, or curious about how to pivot careers successfully, Candace’s story will leave you motivated and equipped with actionable insights.

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