Staffing Industry Insights: John McGarry, Boston Partners

Nobody, Everybody - Podcast | Ep. 7

In this insightful podcast episode, I sit down with John McGarry, the founder of Boston Partners Staffing Group, to delve deep into the intricacies of the staffing and recruitment industry. John, who began his journey in this field back in 1996 and established his company in 2003, offers a wealth of knowledge accrued from his extensive experience in technology sales and recruiting.

He discusses the significant evolution the industry has undergone, particularly due to technological advancements and shifting market potentials. With anecdotes tracing his path from previous companies to founding Boston Partners and navigating the 2007-2008 financial crisis, John's narrative is both educational and inspiring.

Listeners will gain insights into the operational dynamics of a contingency search firm, the importance of matching the right candidate with the right role, and the meticulous process John follows—from understanding company needs to sourcing candidates via methods such as LinkedIn reach outs. He also touches on the increasing role of AI in recruitment and shares candid thoughts on job hopping and the fine balance between skills and degree-based hiring.

John also talks about his entrepreneurial journey, including the pivotal moments and hurdles he had to surmount. He also touches on the importance of maintaining a strong work ethic and how his upbringing and personal experiences shaped his career trajectory.

John also shares about his heartfelt initiative—the Couch to 5K program—which he started through the Greater Dairy Track Club. This program, which helps individuals transition from a sedentary lifestyle to running a 5K, has seen significant success and impacts the community positively.

Tune into this episode for an enriching conversation that not only covers professional advice in the staffing world but also offers a glimpse into the personal motivators and community efforts of a dedicated entrepreneur.

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