In this episode of the Recruitment Founders Podcast, Lindsay Hartland and Greg Elton unpack why solo founders need more than a WhatsApp group: real structure, honest counsel and tangible help that moves deals forward. They chart how RFC grew from their own isolation as owner-operators into a community with shared incentives, minority-stake backing and practical mentorship, built to be the antidote to paranoia and “fat-cat” investor models. They also reflect on launching in a tough market, doubling down on existing founders, and opening the doors to established small agencies seeking a board-in-a-box.Key TakeawaysWorking alone can stall discipline and morale. Founders miss the buzz, structure and accountability of a sales floor; community restores momentum and validation.This isn’t hugs and high-fives; it’s pithy, real-world mentoring that impacts commercials, right down to terms, proposals and closing big deals.RFC’s partner model aligns everyone: an LLP owns 20% of the business, partners share in the portfolio, and dividends can’t be extracted without all shares participating.Designed as the antithesis of greedy investment plays: minority shareholdings, ethical fees, founders keep control, born from Greg’s midnight “lightbulb” (and Companies House filing).Best Moments“Community can be just a bit soft and cuddly… I like getting into the nitty-gritty.”“I literally dreamt the gap in the market… and incorporated it in the middle of the night.”“Everyone, watering everyone’s garden.”“You get two for one”— on receiving contrasting advice that synthesises into a better solution.“We’re a minority shareholder… founders run their own company.”About Recruitment Founders ClubRecruitment Founders Club is your launchpad to owning a successful recruitment business. We provide comprehensive mentorship and cover your start-up costs for the first 12 months. Coupled with our robust network and ongoing support, we not only help you start your own business, we ensure you thrive.Find out more: https://recruitmentfoundersclub.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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