Episode 24: Recruiting Executively
Senior HR Executive, Hally Cowden talks adventures in franchise ownership and executive recruiting
Ever wonder what owning a fitness franchise entails? How about the ins-and-outs of helping people find their next job opportunity?
Former corporate HR executive and current executive recruiter, Halley Cowden discusses her career trials, tribulations, and triumphs on the Career Adventurer Podcast.
After spending nearly 20 years at P&G, Halley sought a change. She decided to make a career out of her passion for fitness and became a franchise owner nine months prior to the Covid-19 pandemic.
She learned out how to keep a business focused on community connection afloat at a time when social distancing was the norm. She also learned that another pivot was in order. Serendipitously, one phone call lead to a new career as an executive recruiter.
Halley shares her wisdom on career pivots, mentorship, the importance of note-taking, and more built on 20+ years of experience in multiple fields.
00:54 - The Journey into Executive Recruiting
03:17 - Challenges and Insights in Recruiting
07:25 - From Corporate to Fitness Franchise
15:30 - Mentorship and Personal Growth
22:06 - Balancing Career and Family
23:26 - Coaching and Career Advice
25:38 - Networking Tips for Job Seekers
26:34 - Helping Others in Their Career Transitions
27:32 - The Importance of CRM in Job Hunting
29:25 - Overcoming Career Fears and Owning Your Story
32:27 - Making Work More Adventurous and Engaging
36:05 - Comparing Corporate and Entrepreneurial Rewards
40:56 - Maintaining Purpose and Growth in Your Career
