The Modern Recruiter · 2024-07-02 · 38 min
Hello everyone, In this episode of The Modern Recruiter, I had a great conversation with Jared Watts, a former professional soccer player turned recruiter. I’m always a big fan of mixing different fields, so I was excited to learn how the skills and mindset from professional sport (in this case soccer or - as we like to call it in France - football) can be useful in recruiting. Here are some of the key takeaways from our discussion: 1/ How to apply an athletic mindset to recruiting Jared emphasized the importance of the competitive nature and resilience developed as a professional athlete. He shared how these traits have translated into his recruiting career. As he put it, “You're never as good or as bad as you think you are,” emphasizing continuous improvement and adaptability. Here’s what he recommends: * Competitive Spirit: Just like in sports, recruiting is competitive. Jared’s story is a testament to the importance of a competitive spirit in achieving success. * Resilience: Failure is part of the journey. Jared emphasizes resilience and learning from every setback.
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