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APositive InsightsGuy Day: Building a Resilient Business & What Data Really MattersIn this episode, Kamal Founder Guy Day joins us to unpack how data and real-time insights are transforming the recruitment and labour hire industry. Guy shares why he built Kamal, the gap he saw in recruitment tech, and the metrics agency owners should actually be paying attention to.We discuss common data misconceptions, the early warning signs leaders often miss, and which performance indicators matter most in a slow market. Guy also reveals what future-ready recruitment firms will be tracking in the years ahead and the key advice he’d give agency owners planning for sustainable gr...
2025-12-1050 min
APositive InsightsKim Seeling Smith: Future-proofing Recruitment for 2035In this episode of Apositive Insights, Kim Seeling Smith joins us to unpack the disruptions transforming recruitment. From AI and talent shifts to reimagined leadership. Hear how her 9 Keys can help agencies stay agile, human, and future-proof for 2035 and beyond.Powered by Apositive, helping recruitment and labour hire businesses grow stronger, smarter, and more sustainably. Follow us on LinkedIn and Youtube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-0544 min
APositive InsightsTania Evans: Turning Compliance into Competitive AdvantageCompliance is not just a box to tick. Done well, it can become a powerful competitive advantage. In this episode of APositive Insights, Darren Cottrell sits down with Tania Evans, Co-Founder and CEO of WorkPro, to explore how embedding compliance into your DNA from day one sets agencies up for sustainable growth.Tania shares insights on scaling smart, reducing risk, and using automation to streamline onboarding and screening. She also explains how technology can transform compliance from a burden into a value driver, improving efficiency for recruiters and confidence for clients. Hosted on Acast...
2025-10-0631 min
APositive InsightsBen Wood: Scaling Smarter and Preparing for ExitBen Wood believes scaling a recruitment business is not about growing fast, it is about growing smart. In this episode, he shares how recruitment founders can build businesses that are profitable, sustainable and ready for exit.Darren Cottrell talks with Ben about shifting from being a top biller to building high-performing teams, the importance of having a clear strategy, and how to prepare your business for long-term success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-0928 min
The Grimerica ShowChris Cottrell - Carolina Bays as Secondary Impact StructuresInterview starts at 30:10 Chris Cottrell joins us for a great chat about geological science, the battle over the Carolina Bays, the catastrophic event, the new science of 'impacts', solar storms, geo magnetic pole reversal, the new measurement tools like game changing Lidar, and the Younger Dryas. We also talk about melt glass, the Cosmic Summit, antarctica, what happened between the melt water pulses, sea level rise and much more. Chris Cottrell is an independent researcher, geoscience enthusiast, and creator of the YouTube channel "Dabbler's Den." A high school science teacher in Kingsland, Georgia, he is recognized for his in-depth investigations...
2025-08-261h 46
APositive InsightsJessica Kimber: Million Dollar Biller to Brand BuilderMillion dollar biller. Branding powerhouse. Recruitment strategist.In this episode of APositive Insights, we speak with Jessica Kimber, Founder of Raire Group and one of the most forward-thinking minds in recruitment.We dive into:•How she built community groups to fill dozens of roles daily•The One to Many Method for nurturing candidates and clients at scale•How recruiters can show up authentically online•What most people get wrong about business development•Why only 5 percent of recruiters are happy with their BD strategyP...
2025-06-0312 min
Be RaireWhy Your Agency Needs This ONE Simple Strategy to SucceedMeet Darren Cottrell, Chief Revenue Officer at Positive with 14+ years helping recruitment agencies scale. Expert in finance, invoicing & payroll who reveals why manual timesheets cost you 25% in payment speed, upcoming payday super changes, and invoice financing secrets most agency owners don't know exist.As a finance expert who understands the unique pressures of the recruitment industry, Darren helps agencies access funding faster, reduce payment delays, and build more resilient financial processes. His practical approach combines deep financial knowledge with real-world solutions for recruitment entrepreneurs.Join 500+ Other Recruiters via my...
2025-06-0220 min
School Reading ListEpisode 31 - How reading between the ages of 11 and 16 can help teens get better jobsSchool Reading List podcast hosted by Tom TolkienSeason 1: Episode 31For transcripts, resources, show notes and contact details, see https://schoolreadinglist.co.uk/podcasts/series-1-episode-31/Part 1Book postA Flash of Neon by Sophie CameronVolcano by Claire Saxby & Jess RacklyeftI’m going to make a friend by Darren Chetty & Sandhya PrabhatThe Man Who Loved Libraries by Andrew Larsen & Katty MaureyThe Glass Heart by Sally GardnerMummy Mayhem by Cat Weldon & Nene LonerganThe Squid Squad by Aoife DooleRiver Crest Rescue by Paul Ian CrossTales of Scary Be...
2025-05-3135 min
APositive InsightsSteve Tolen: Change the Game in Business DevelopmentSteve Tolen doesn’t believe in scripts or shortcuts. He believes in showing up, knowing your value, and building real relationships.In this episode, he chats with Darren Cottrell about how business development has evolved, why your personal brand matters more than ever, and how to master modern BD without losing the human touch.Steve also shares his six pillars for success in sales, his thoughts on AI in recruitment, and why his event Change the Game is focused on connection over competition.If you’re in sales or recruitment and...
2025-05-2928 minSchool Reading ListEpisode 30 - Why Investing in Your School Library Can Boost Your School Inspection GradeSchool Reading List podcast hosted by Tom TolkienSeason 1: Episode 30For transcripts, resources, show notes and contact details, see https://schoolreadinglist.co.uk/podcasts/series-1-episode-30/Part 1Book postUnder a Fire-Red Sky by Geraldine McCaughreanOur Tree by Jessica MeserveWe are All Animals by Ben Hoare and Christopher Lloyd, illustrated by Mark RuffleReal-life Mysteries: Tales of Scary Beasts by Susan Martineau, illustrated by Vicky BarkerHow Not to Share a Pizza by Tracy Curren, illustrated by Lauren BeardI Am Strong Just Being Me by Laura Dockrill...
2025-04-3033 min
APositive InsightsErin Devlin: Building Teams That DeliverErin Devlin believes high performance isn’t about finding unicorns, it’s about building the right environment. In this episode, she shares how she’s created a culture of accountability and support inside her agency. Darren Cottrell sits down and talks with Erin about the importance of values alignment, how to set a clear social contract with consultants, and why trust is the real differentiator. Erin also discusses her career transition program for athletes, the reason she wrote her book Get the Job You Really Want, and how her early career as a ballerina shaped her leaders...
2025-04-2231 min
APositive InsightsPete Watson: Building Community Over CompetitionIn this episode of APositive Insights, we sit down with Pete Watson, long-time agency owner and founder of Recruitment United, to talk about the power of community in the recruitment space. Pete shares the stories that sparked Recruitment United, why he believes the “lone wolf” recruiter is no longer the future, and how genuine collaboration is helping agency owners save time, grow faster, and stay sane. From WhatsApp groups that respond faster than Google, to members even offering financial support, this is the kind of recruitment network you actually want to be part of....
2025-04-0828 min
APositive InsightsShaun Henry: Post It and ProsperIn this episode of APositive Insights, Shaun Henry, founder of floats.ai, dives deep into the power of personal branding and how his unconventional, creative approach to social media has brought global opportunities to his business.Shaun shares insights on navigating the recruitment landscape, lessons from viral success, and the importance of "just posting" to build momentum. Learn how Shaun is preparing Floats.ai to go global, integrating automation and partnerships like APay, while embracing the unpredictable nature of social media storytelling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-1220 min
APositive InsightsReece Percy and Matt Said: Trends and Challenges in Rural and Metro Medical RecruitmentIn this episode, we delve into the evolving landscape of medical recruitment, focusing on the unique challenges faced by agencies recruiting for rural and remote locations compared to metro hospitals. We explore the impact of telehealth, the shifting market trends, and the importance of quality over quantity in recruitment.Join us as we discuss how travel incentives, telehealth support, and the competitive recruitment environment are shaping the future of medical staffing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-1533 min
APositive InsightsColin Cuthbert: Right People, Right SeatsIn this episode, we explore the transformative power of aligning your team with your business values. Colin Cuthbert shares his journey from direct sales to leadership, highlighting the challenges of delegation and the importance of trusting your team to flourish. Learn how to identify the "right people" for your organisation, create a values-driven culture, and avoid the pitfalls of holding onto tasks for too long and the importance of spreading your risk. Plus, discover why most businesses fail to sell and the steps you can take to make yours stand out in the market.Whether you’re...
2024-12-0338 min
APositive InsightsLaura Cole: Quality Over QuantityIn this episode, we dive deep into the importance of face-to-face meetings in recruitment and how they transform client relationships from transactional to personal. We also explore how recruiters can stand out in today’s market by adopting a value-add mindset and prioritising quality over quantity in their outreach.From tips on creating meaningful client connections to actionable advice for showcasing both your product and service, this episode is packed with insights that will help you build trust and close deals more effectively. Whether you're a seasoned recruiter or just starting out, you’ll gain valuable stra...
2024-11-2227 min
APositive InsightsAdrian Byra: Building An Agency For High-Performing ConsultantsOn this episode of APositive Insights, host Darren Cottrell is joined by Adrian Byra, co-founder and director of recruitment agency Lead Group and recruitment outsourcing specialists The Outsource People. Adrian discusses how Lead Group have created a home for high billing recruiters, the opportunities created by the COVID lockdown, the importance of diversification and how outsourcing has helped their consultants consistently achieve record numbers.For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-0241 min
APositive InsightsGreg Savage: Scaling A Recruitment CompanyOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Brendan Herlihy are joined by Greg Savage. With a career spanning four decades, Greg is a founder of multiple highly successful businesses, a trusted advisor and respected voice across the global recruitment industry and a regular keynote speaker at conferences around the world. In the second of two podcasts recorded in the offices of JobAdder, the conversation is on the topic of scaling a recruitment agency; covering points such as strategy, goal-setting, hiring and retaining and rewarding consultants.For more information on how APositive can help...
2024-04-0233 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyDon't let perfect be the enemy of be good: How to set up a SEND rugby programmeSend us a textThis podcast is dedicated to the memory of one of the guest's daughter, who passed away suddenly a few weeks after the recording. The Peel family have set up a donation page for Katie in support of FarmAbility. Here's a link.https://www.justgiving.com/page/katiepeelfarmabilityPlease listen to this inspiring journey of three coaches providing something amazing. It needs us all to reflect on setting up a SEND rugby programme.Dan Cottrell speaks to Darren Rea, John Peel and Gareth Lewis of Gosford...
2024-02-2349 min
APositive InsightsGreg Savage: Starting A Recruitment CompanyOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Brendan Herlihy are joined by Greg Savage. With a career spanning four decades, Greg is a founder of multiple highly successful businesses, a trusted advisor and respected voice across the global recruitment industry and a regular keynote speaker at conferences around the world. In the first of two podcasts recorded in the offices of JobAdder, the conversation is on the topic of starting a recruitment agency; covering points such as hiring, setting goals, mentorship, technology and more.For more information on how APositive can help grow...
2024-01-0928 min
APositive InsightsDoris Talent: Going Out On Your Own And The Importance Of A NetworkOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Harry Chambers are joined by Arron Johnson and Rob King, founders of new recruitment agency, Doris Talent. Both Arron and Rob come from successful careers as recruitment consultants and after years of talking about it, recently took the plunge and started their own business. They discuss the lessons and skills learnt from going out on their own, the importance of leaning on your network and where the name Doris comes from. For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.co...
2023-12-0535 min
APositive InsightsNicholas Cox: Starting a Recruitment Agency and The Importance of Planning, Mentors and AdviceOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Harry Chambers are joined by special guest Nicholas Cox, founder of The People Place. The People Place is a new creative recruitment agency servicing the Australian market & based in Melbourne. Nic's story is unique in that he founded a recruitment agency with no prior experience working in recruitment. Instead, he comes from a successful career working in and running a creative content studio & creative agency. He talks about the value of planning and learning, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, and speaking with mentors and people who have done it the...
2023-11-2125 min
APositive InsightsRoss Clennett: The Traits of High Performing Teams and Why Recruiters Should Focus on RecruitingOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Harry Chambers and Brendan Herlihy are joined by special guest Ross Clennett, a high performance recruitment coach. Ross discusses the traits of high-performing teams and what can be learnt from sport, why many recruitment agencies fail at their own recruitment and how technology can be a distraction if not used to support the human element of recruitment.For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-2337 min
APositive InsightsMartin Richardson: The Importance of Terms when Launching a Recruitment BusinessOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Brendan Herlihy are joined by special guest Martin Richardson, founder of Ready, Set, Recruit, a legal firm built to assist Australian recruitment agencies. They discuss the importance of writing and understanding terms when launching an agency, why you shouldn't borrow legals from a previous workplace, the potential pitfalls of poorly defined terms and the impact modern technology, such as ChatGPT is having on the industry.For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.com.au Hosted on...
2023-10-1033 min
APositive InsightsMartin Herbst: JobAdder CEO on the 'State of the Market' Recruitment Industry Report On this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Harry Chambers are joined by special guest Martin Herbst, CEO of JobAdder. JobAdder have recently released their biannual recruitment report, titled 'The State Of The Market'. He joins Darren and Harry to discuss highlights; including how the post-COVID recovery and economy have affected the industry, how different sectors are faring and the growth in temporary and contract recruitment.Download the JobAdder 'State Of The Market' report here.For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.com...
2023-09-2724 min
Breathe 911Collin Cottrell - Be ConsistentCollin is an ultra runner, has lost 100 lbs, entrepreneur, bow hunter, husband, father, great friend and and excellent example of simple being consistent over a long period of time.
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2023-09-0854 min
APositive InsightsEdan Haddock: Managing Wellbeing and Avoiding Burnout in the Recruitment IndustryOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Harry Chambers are joined by special guest Edan Haddock, experienced recruiter and founder of industry community Rubberband. Edan talks about how Rubberband offers a safe space for recruiters to get together and how it allows them to focus on their wellbeing and avoid burnout. With experience in both internal and agency recruitment, he also discusses the relationship between the two and how they can learn from one another.For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.com.au
2023-07-2630 min
APositive InsightsSophie Robertson: Establishing Recurring Revenue by Making the Jump from Perm to TempOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Brendan Herlihy are joined by special guest Sophie Robertson, Recruitment Advisor and Coach from Younique. Sophie shared her insights on the path to success when transitioning from perm to temp recruitment, including tactics for establishing a reliable revenue stream.For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-2526 min
APositive InsightsThe Recruitment Company: Culture - The Secret Sauce to SuccessOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Harry Chambers are joined by special guest Geoff Millar, CEO of The Recruitment Company. TRC group has offices in both Ireland and Australia. This episode focuses on the importance of culture to grow a successful brand, hiring strategies and how to maintain a healthy work life balance in the wild world of recruitment. For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-1640 min
APositive InsightsAspirante Recruitment: The Impact of Seizing OpportunityOn this episode of APositive Insights, Darren Cottrell is joined by special guest host Brendan Herlihy as they chat with Aspirante's Co-Founder and Director, Sean Roocroft. Aspirante is a specialist technology recruitment agency with offices in Melbourne and Brisbane which has grown steadily over the last few years to become a trusted name in the market. Key points from this episode include overcoming obstacles, using acquisitions as a growth strategy and essential recruitment tech in 2023.For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.com.au Hosted on...
2023-03-2931 min
APositive InsightsCollar Group: Australia's Fastest Growing Recruitment AgencyOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Harry Chambers chat with Collar Group's Founder and CEO, Ephram Stephenson. Ephram is at the helm of Australia's fastest growing recruitment agency, growing to over 100 consultants across 8 offices in just 18 months. Key points from this episode include attraction and retention strategies, how to scale growth and much more!For more information on how APositive can help grow your business, head to www.apositive.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-1921 min
APositive InsightsCraig Knox Freelance Recruitment CFO: Understanding the Power of Financial Data in RecruitmentOn this episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Harry Chambers chat with Freelance Recruitment CFO, Craig Knox. Craig is a wealth of information, and gives some great tips on the financial metrics to focus on to ensure you build a sustainable recruitment agency. Key points from this episode include how to set clear and defined goals for sustained growth, how to structure consultant commissions to protect the business and what key indicators to look for when scaling your business - and much more!For more information on how APositive can help grow your business...
2022-12-1622 min
APositive InsightsChange Recruitment: From Shared Office to Harbour ViewsOn this first episode of APositive Insights, hosts Darren Cottrell and Harry Chambers chat with Co-Founder's Mike Hollowbread and Michael Carter from the award-winning recruitment start up, Change Recruitment. "The Mike's" share some invaluable and fascinating insights about their journey from a shared office in Bondi Junction, to sharing an office with breathtaking Harbour views with their growing team of consultants. Key points from this episode include when and how to take the leap, how to scale growth sustainably, how to respond to market shifts and much more!For more information on how APositive can help...
2022-11-1719 min
The Leading Edge Cricket PodcastWest Indies V England T20I PreviewEngland's T20 train never stops as they take on the West Indies in 5 T20I in Barbados starting Saturday.West Indies v England T20This is England's chance to bounce back after a gut wrench semifinal loss to the Blackcaps in what was a tournament they we're really good in and everyone expected them to win.Squads• Kieron Pollard (c)• Nicholas Pooran (vc)• Fabian Allen• Darren Bravo• Roston Chase• Sheldon Cottrell• Dominic Drakes• Shai Hope• Akeal Hosein• Jason Holder• Brandon King• Kyle Mayers• Rovman...
2022-01-2125 min
Rugby Coach WeeklyRoundup Rodeo Ep53: Reviewing the best contentSend us a textHost Phil Llewellyn with guests review some of the many great podcasts, books, articles and webinars from the last week. This week's guests:Cody Royle, former Head Coach for Canada Men's AFL, author and coach mentor, Doug Lemov, author and educator and Darren Lewis, former performance analyst and founder of Codex Analysis. The team pick out the key takeaways from each piece of great content and discuss how it can be applied to coaching. This week's content:Chris Petersen reflects on the busyness, the imbalance, and...
2021-06-061h 25
Rugby Coach WeeklyRoundup Rodeo Ep17: Reviewing last week’s pick of the pods & webinarsSend us a textHost Phil Llewellyn with guests Danny Milton, Darren Fearn and Will Garnett review some of the many great podcasts, books, articles and webinars from the last week.The team pick out the key takeaways from each piece of great content and say how to use it on the pitch, at all the levels of the game.This week:The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact – By Dan HeathThe High Performance Podcast – Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes talk with Shaun WaneEleven Rings – By Phil JacksonWHAT...
2020-08-161h 10
The Fitter Healthier Dad PodcastMindset by DaveIn today's episode, we are talking about mindset and the importance of mindset to get the results we want in our health and fitness.We are joined by Mindset Coach Dave CottrellFollowing his own life challenges, Dave completely turned his health and fitness around by using mindset as a tool to make the changes and improvements. Dave has a very interesting story.Dave has a FREE 'A Life A Day program'. I do 365 free 1 to 1s each year and I still have around 150 spaces left for this year's intake...
2019-07-0554 min
Fantasy SportsTop Fantasy Cricket Game Picks for West Indies vs England 2nd T20I MatchIPL fantasy league is going to start on 23rd March 2019. Before that start warming up with other fantasy league and get better strategies which can be used while playing IPL T20 fantasy league and earn more cash prizes. Let us learn about the players you can pick for your Fantasy Cricket team for the West Indies vs England second T20I match After the firmly challenged ODI series, West Indies and England played the first of the three-match T20I series at St.Lucia on Wednesday. It was the guests who risen win toward the finish of what...
2019-03-0801 min