At some point, almost every recruiter thinks about going out on their own.

More freedom. More money. No boss.

But what I’ve seen over the years is that a lot of recruiters underestimate the financial pressure that comes with actually running a business.

In this ep, I break down the biggest pitfalls I see with solo recruiters and agency founders: cashflow, tax, and the hidden stress that catches people out after the early wins start rolling in.

I talk about:

👉 Why so many recruiters left agencies after COVID
👉 Why many are now returning to agency life
👉 The difference between running a desk and running a business
👉 Why cashflow matters more than revenue
👉 How tax obligations can quietly destroy momentum
👉 The biggest financial lessons I learned building an agency

If you’re thinking about launching your own recruitment business (or already have) this ep is worth a listen.

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