In this episode, I catch up with Lewis Houghton, an experienced recruiter and co-founder of LH Partners, a new recruitment business specializing in the drilling, mining and civil industry. 

Lewis shares insights on the challenges and rewards of launching a new venture, the importance of resilience in recruitment, and the value of building strong client relationships. He emphasizes the significance of specialization in the industry and the need for selectivity when choosing clients. The conversation also touches on the long-term vision for the business and the personal motivations behind their work.Takeaways

Building relationships with clients and candidates is crucial.Resilience is key in the recruitment industry due to its ups and downs.Being selective with clients leads to better partnerships and outcomes.It's important to treat candidates with empathy and respect.Finding a niche can help recruiters build a strong reputation.Long-term success comes from adding value to clients and candidates.Networking and creating connections is essential for growth.Success is defined by personal values and the impact on others.

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Lewis and LH Partners01:12 The Launch of LH Partners02:10 Specialization in Drilling and Mining03:18 Focus Areas and Business Operations05:10 Enjoying the Recruitment Process06:57 Importance of Industry Experience09:45 Finding Your Niche in Recruitment15:43 The Role of Resilience in Recruitment19:13 Developing Resilience23:07 Being Selective with Clients27:24 Advice for Struggling Recruiters31:28 Future Goals for LH Partners32:53 Defining Success

Check out Lewis below:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-houghton-b98bb11b6/