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Welcome to The Special Source, the podcast that goes deep into the minds of Australia's top recruiters to find out what makes them tick.

Join Lee Jones & Chris Perdikis from Sorciety Rec2Rec, as they chat with high performers across the industry, from top billers to agency owners, to unpack their mindset, habits, and strategies for success. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, each episode is filled with practical tips and insights you can apply to your own recruitment career. No fluff, no filters, just real conversations with some laughs along the way with the best in the business.

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In our 2025 wrap-up episode, we reflect on the biggest recruitment trends, behaviours, and mindset shifts we’ve seen across the year. The changes we've seen in salaries, commission structures and why its been so hard to find good recruiters.
Then we look ahead to 2026 and discuss our predictions for the market and how to position yourself for a strong year ahead.

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