198: Monarch Talent Solutions w/ Sarah Englade

Podcast Show Notes – Episode 198 | 10/15/2024 Episode Title: Thriving in a Down Market     Episode summary introduction: Sarah Englade joins Sean Barnes to discuss launching Monarch Talent Solutions during a hiring freeze and her transition from Robert Half. They explore the pandemic's impact on recruitment, startup challenges, and the importance of niche specialization. Sarah shares insights on entrepreneurial differentiation, debunking misconceptions, and the drive needed for success. They discuss building a network of excellence, coping with leadership loneliness, and the current job market, including middle management elimination and career progression challenges. Networking strategies, setting boundaries, and offering help within networks are also covered.   Key Moments 0:00 – Introduction of Sarah Englade and starting a recruiting company during a hiring freeze 1:17 – Sarah's journey from Robert Half to launching Monarch Talent Solutions 3:21 – Impact of the pandemic on the recruitment industry 5:49 – Strategies for overcoming startup challenges 8:32 – The importance of niche specialization and client selection 10:21 – Entrepreneurial differentiation and discipline 12:23 – Debunking business misconceptions and the obsession needed for success 15:17 – Building a network of excellence and mentorship 19:34 – Coping with loneliness and impostor syndrome in leadership 22:51 – Building a support network during the startup phase 27:35 – Analyzing the current state of the job market 30:22 – The effects of middle management elimination on corporate structure 33:36 – The risks of underpaying and undervaluing talent 35:22 – The challenges of rapid career progression 38:53 – The role of career transition coaching 41:42 – The critical nature of personal branding in career development 44:19 – How to optimize your professional online presence 45:59 – Effective social media engagement for career growth 46:56 – Networking strategies for the employed 51:57 – Setting healthy boundaries in professional networking 54:23 – The benefits of offering help within your network 56:33 – Addressing common job seeker challenges 57:33 – Wrap-up and guest contact information   Key Takeaways Starting a business in a down market can be incredibly challenging, but those who succeed in such conditions often develop unparalleled resilience and adaptability. Building a strong professional network and maintaining relationships is critical, as it provides support and opportunities during career transitions and entrepreneurial ventures. Optimizing your online presence, especially on platforms like LinkedIn, and engaging meaningfully with others' content can significantly enhance your personal brand and job prospects.   Guest: Sarah Englade LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-englade/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/monarch-talent-solutions-llc/ Website: https://monarchtalentsolutions.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsfilteredlife/ https://www.instagram.com/monarchtalenthtx/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@monarchtalentsolutions   Host: Sean Barnes Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/ YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes Email: Sean@thewayofthewolf.com