RecTalk: The 2025 Wrap-Up – Real Talk, Real Growth, and Real Gratitude
As 2025 comes to a close, host Nitin Sharma takes a moment to reflect on a transformational year for RecTalk and the wider recruitment community. This isn’t just a highlight reel — it’s a heartfelt, behind-the-scenes look at the journey of building something from nothing, the power of community, and the resilience it takes to keep showing up. In this special end-of-year episode, you'll hear from former guests, recommended suppliers, clients, and friends of RecTalk who share their hopes, lessons, and game-changing advice for recruiters heading into 2026. From cracking 100K+ subscribers to launching new series like Founder Diaries and Talking Talent, from live podcasting at RecFest and IHR to helping build real conversations at industry events — this year has been all about showing up and staying real. Expect raw insights, personal gratitude, and some serious motivation to carry you into the new year. Who this episode is for: Recruiters reflecting on 2025 and planning for 2026 Recruitment business owners looking for inspiration and real talk RecTalk community members who’ve been part of the journey Anyone who just needs a reminder that progress doesn’t have to be perfect Featuring voices from across the RecTalk ecosystem: Poonam Mawani (Azuki Accounts) on financial discipline Emily at SourceWhale on using tech to streamline your job Ross at Infinity Global Staff on simplifying success Ben Felding (Quinset) on inbox engagement Kan from Avensys Tech on getting your IT sorted Andy Dunn (TEAM) on doubling down on real connections Robert Woodford (The Marketing Junction) on getting the basics right Kris Holland (Kitto) on tripling your marketing Matt Fox (Exitus Advisory) on planning your exit And many more... Here’s to the RecTalk community — for showing up, sharing, and supporting. This episode is for you.
