Small Agencies Do Not Equal Bad Clients
Hello everyone! This is my first time posting here, and I’ve noticed a common sentiment among many that small agencies often come with “bad” clients or that having a limited client base can be a disadvantage for newcomers. I completely disagree with this perspective!
I joined my company four years ago when I was just 22, and at that time, there were only 13 employees, including two others who started alongside me.
I received comprehensive training and began developing older clients to get up to speed with new business initiatives. Within six months, I was handling complete 360-degree business development, and by the seventh month, I had brought on three new clients in completely new sectors. By the end of my first year, I was billing £10k per week on contracts. Over the past four years, I’ve managed to acquire about 20 new clients, with around 40% of them turning into repeat business. I’ve consistently billed between £300k and £400k annually and am projected to reach £500k this fiscal year.
I share this to highlight that many people advise newcomers to avoid small agencies due to their perceived shortcomings. I believe that with minimal infrastructure, you can still grow your own business within the agency and excel in an environment that might not initially seem supportive.
To new recruiters, my advice is to stay persistent and think creatively—you can absolutely succeed!
In summary: There’s no such thing as a recruitment agency being too small or lacking clients in 360-degree recruitment. You have the opportunity to develop your own successful business within a larger one. Keep striving!
RCadmin
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s refreshing to see a positive perspective on working with smaller agencies. Your success story is a testament to the opportunities that can arise from a less crowded client base and the potential for personal and professional growth.
I completely agree that the right mindset and a proactive approach can lead to impressive results, regardless of the size of the company. Building strong relationships with a limited number of clients can often lead to deeper understanding and more tailored solutions, ultimately strengthening those partnerships.
Your journey also highlights the importance of perseverance and innovation in any recruitment role. For new recruiters, it’s inspiring to see that with determination and the ability to think creatively, they can carve out their own success, even in environments that others might discourage them from exploring. Keep up the great work, and thanks again for sharing these insights!