The Recruitment Podcast EP. 9: Anthony McCormack on the power of collaboration in recruitment

When we think of recruitment, we often picture individual recruiters working hard to place candidates in the right roles.

But what if we told you that collaboration could change the entire dynamic?

When Anthony McCormack(opens in a new tab) started his career, collaboration wasn’t the norm, but every recruiter worked for themselves.

Fast forward to today, collaborating internally and externally helps recruiters deliver better results for everyone involved.

The benefit of collaboration in recruitment [Real-world example] 

The most obvious benefit of collaboration in recruitment is its impact on placements.

When recruiters collaborate, they can fill more jobs, place more candidates, and generate more fees. But the benefits go beyond just financials.

One of the best examples of collaboration in action comes from Anthony's partnership with Dawn from DTEC Recruitment.

A simple collaboration quickly became a highly successful partnership, filling over 35 positions across various industries.

“The partnership generated over £100,000,” says Anthony. “That’s a huge difference for a CEO like mine. 

The future of collaboration in recruitment

The message is clear: collaboration is no longer optional.

Whether you’re a recruitment entrepreneur or part of a larger team, embracing collaboration will help you place more candidates, fill more jobs, and build stronger client relationships.

But how do you get started? It’s simple: take the plunge.

“Don’t be afraid to take the first step,” says Anthony. “You have to be vulnerable and open to working with others. Start small, and see where it takes you.”

Please don’t think about collaboration as filling roles, but it’s more about building a support network, learning from others, and achieving success together.

So, why wait? Take that first step and start collaborating today.

Watch: Why recruiters MUST embrace collaboration | The Recruitment Podcast EP 9