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EP281: Kath Reynolds, Co-Founder & Director of Balance Recruitment - Why every recruiter should be running their desk as a business
EP281: Kath Reynolds, Co-Founder & Director of Balance Recruitment - Why every recruiter should be running their desk as a business
EP281: Kath Reynolds, Co-Founder & Director of Balance Recruitment - Why every recruiter should be running their desk as a business
Monday 23rd June 2025
Learn how financial literacy can transform recruitment desks into successful businesses with Kath Reynolds on The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast.
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- Understanding numbers is crucial for business success.
- Recruitment desks should operate like individual businesses.
- Financial literacy enhances leadership and development.
- Partner with finance-savvy individuals for strategic growth.
- Credit control is key to recruitment profitability.
"Without a strong grasp of the numbers, a business lacks a reliable foundation."
In this episode of The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast, Kath Reynolds, Co-Founder and Director of Balance Recruitment, shares her 35 years of finance experience to shed light on why every recruiter should manage their desk like a business. With a career that spans across senior leadership roles at Robert Walters in Sydney and New Zealand, Kath is no stranger to the intricacies of financial management in recruitment. She stresses the importance of financial literacy for effective leadership and business development.
Kath argues that without a firm grasp on the numbers, businesses can flounder without a solid foundation. Through engaging anecdotes and practical advice, Kath explains how understanding financial metrics can transform recruitment desks into profitable micro-businesses. She highlights the need for leaders to partner with finance-savvy individuals who can translate numbers into actionable strategies. The conversation touches on the idea that running a recruitment desk with financial accountability can lead to better credit control and overall business success.
Host Lysha Holmes brings her own insights into the discussion, creating a dynamic dialogue that encourages listeners to rethink traditional recruitment practices. With light-hearted humour and relatable stories, Kath and Lysha make the case for why financial understanding should be part of every recruiter's toolkit. If you're looking to elevate your recruitment game by incorporating financial acumen into your strategy, this episode offers valuable lessons and practical tips.
It’s an opportunity to reflect on your own practices and consider how financial literacy could enhance your leadership skills.