As a candidate I have found Robert as very engaging, consultative and detail driven.

He takes the time to understand what drives you both personally and professionally, your experiences and goals, stress testing you line by line with the brief ensuring that not only are your core competencies and experience thoroughly tested but most importantly, that your soft skills, values and essence, “the whole package” culturally match.

Great blend of formal/informal conversations and information sharing.

I’ve honestly never felt that I have been so well informed about a role or the organisation or had an opportunity to really ask all the questions I wanted to to ensure that the fit was right for me – recommended!

Robert, is an excellent recruiter.

Very thorough and organised and also made the experience a thoroughly enjoyable and insightful one.

His methods are highly honed and intense but going through his Fitability process you will learn whether you are really right for the job and also whether you really want to work for that organisation.

His process is designed to maximise a good fit on both sides and it certainly works

Robert is a straight-talking recruiter with a lot to give back.

He’s honest, provides great insight and advice, and does his best for those he serves.

He’s keen to give back, wants to help others achieve, and is genuinely a good guy.

He also has the best out-of-office email I’ve seen in a while!

Had the privilege of attending one of Robert’s generous pro-bono sessions and received priceless, guidance-loaded, personal feedback and expert insights that were delivered directly, supportively and without BS.

Left with lots of homework and fast-tracking tips for improvement to implement.

Hugely grateful and highly recommended.

Robert really talks you through the role and makes sure it is a good fit for yourself as well as the employer.

When I applied for a role with him he gave me really helpful pointers to make sure I was fully prepared.

On top of that, he gave me excellent career advice (pro-bono) during the pandemic.

He helped me really think about how to move my career forward and how to sell myself.

Thank you Robert!

Robert is a true professional.

He provided substantial information on the job role, clear guidance through the interview process and tips for preparation.

Further he gave sincere and honest feedback, so rare these days.

Robert has a deep knowledge of the events sector and he is a passionate, personable and professional recruiter.

Robert takes recruitment to another level.

He has a razor-sharp approach to the interview process and is extremely focussed on the end result – finding the best match to a role – both for the candidate and clients.

He is authentic, friendly and provides a wealth of guidance and support throughout all stages.

A real pleasure to work with!

I’ve enjoyed going through the interview process with Robert, a breath of fresh air, the whole process has been extremely stress free.

He has been great, and offered advice and some helpful tips regarding email addresses and LinkedIn profile.

It’s a 👍 from me 🙂

At a time of incredible uncertainty its great to have someone like Robert to turn to.

He is incredibly professional, direct and succinct. 

I will 100% take his recommendations onboard and appreciate the unpatronizing way he dealt with someone who was clearly uncomfortable. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him

Robert is a kind yet to the point consultant.

He knows the market and has a clear view of what can be done vs unnecessary explorations.

I not only enjoy every chat we have but I also always learn from them a great deal.

Therefore, I strongly recommend him for every serious talent and organization.

Robert has a unique, thorough and fresh approach to recruitment.

He does all the hard graft on behalf of the client and has an honest and detailed approach for both the end client and the candidate.

Great industry knowledge and also a genuine person to talk openly to about the rigours of both finding work or finding a candidate

As a hirer and candidate I can appreciate the great advantages of Fitablity for employer and employee, respecting both parties with a clear process focused on one outcome, the perfect match!

Roberts interview process is unique and it is an approach that I have found enormously beneficial in the application process. 

From the perspective of a candidate it gives you the opportunity to shape and sharpen your response to a brief prior to engaging the organisation.

I couldn’t recommend working with Robert enough. His process is supportive and you only ever feel you are going forward for roles that you are suitable for.

Robert is AMAZING.

He gave me advice and some helpful tips for my LinkedIn profile and how to stand out whilst finding a job.

He tells it as it is in the most genuine, but real way. It’s exactly what I needed to hear and I’m so grateful he took the time out of his day to chat to me.

Thank you, Robert!!

Robert was extremely helpful in a condensed amount of time.

He offered solid and valuable advice on seeking employment and what it takes to stand out from the crowd.

The Linkedin advice was very valuable and acted upon.

I have worked with Robert on and off over a number of years, and as a candidate I find his approach warm, professional and thorough.

He makes you feel very relaxed and confident – both essential when looking for a new role.

I would highly recommend Robert to candidates and employers alike.

Robert has been great to work with so far, he keeps you informed throughout the recruitment process.

He will ensure you have all the information you need and help get the best from you.

I’d recommend working with him.

Thank you Robert!

Robert gave me some of his time for a chat about work, the current situation in the world of events and life in general!

He was extremely positive and gave me some great pointers and notes about recruitment, the state of play in the industry and some good tech tips as well.

Robert is a thoroughly decent guy, and The Hub initiative is a super example of how he’s helping the freelancers and self employed to find new roles in the tough times we’re going through at the moment.

Thanks again Robert.

Robert was kind enough to give me a free half hour consultancy session to discuss the event recruitment world and my approach to finding a new role within it.

His straight-talking, honest approach was so refreshing and I came away with some good nuggets of advice which will hopefully help me on my way.

Thanks Robert!

Robert is extremely knowledge, personable and always looking to help and provide constructive advise.

I would highly recommend him.

A consummate professional!

Robert gave constructive advice and narrative very relevant to me and the challenging landscape we all face currently.

I will definitely be contacting him when I need to recruit.

His vast experience of the recruitment space and his pertinent observations and straightforward delivery was very useful and I will certainly be auctioning all of his recommendations.

Great energy and positivity.

It’s been very refreshing to deal with Robert, and to gain his valuable insights and experience.

He’s very open and honest and gives good advice, and has been freely sharing his expertise online with many webinars and The Big Fat Recruitment Debate.

Thank you Robert!

I recently did a short 1 to 1 with Robert who gave me a valuable independent view on my career aspirations and LinkedIn profile and how best to position myself for the market upturn.

His suggestions were very thought provoking and helpful.

Kudos to him for being proactive during the pandemic and reaching out to candidates and offering to help.

Conversing one-to-one with Robert was incredibly informative, it left me enthused to introduce the action points.

Following our discussion I have seen first-hand, the positive and direct impact the changes have had on raising my profile.

I highly recommend the one-to-one sessions!

I had my first session with Robert, it was a jam packed 30 mins at that…I love his direct approach.

Robert provided great advice, advice that resonated.

Thank you!

Robert offered me an array of invaluable advice, pointers and guidance for navigating the world of recruitment – he was honest yet encouraging and a real fresh of breath air.

Hugely appreciated and highly recommended.

Thanks Robert – keep banging that drum!!

Rob was recommended to me by an old colleague.

Rob was extremely easy to get hold of, replied to messages quickly and we set up a free 121 call to talk over a few ideas. Rob was generous with his time, experience and knowledge.

He was honest and frank with his opinions and gave me a good few pointers to work on.

I would highly recommend a chat with Rob as he was able to put to rest some of my concerns and he provided me with great ideas for the future

Robert’s knowledge and expertise in recruitment is invaluable.

He is professional, approachable, solution driven and dedicated to helping job seekers to secure their next role.

His time was especially appreciated during this challenging Covid-19 period.

If you are an event professional looking for your next role, I would highly recommend him. 

Robert was kind enough to spend some time chatting to me about the flux in the events industry and introduced me to a couple of contacts that he thought would be interested in Arena Consultancy’s service offering.

I am pleased to say that one of those contacts is now a client.

I appreciate your support, advice and guidance. Best wishes for the future Robert and keep up the great work

Robert is professional, friendly and has great understanding and knowledge of the events industry.

He’s and asset to the industry and I would highly recommend him.

Robert very kindly donated a huge chunk of his time during the winter 2020 lockdown to offer pro bono career, cv and linkedin presentation advice.

What a refreshing change to chat to someone who is not trying to sell something, but instead to offer the benefit of his years of experience and expertise.

Always helpful, honest, (sometimes brutally honest) but with an unbiased helpful perspective.

Well worth contacting Robert for either your next hire or your next career move.

Robert decided to take a COVID challenging time and turn things on its head by inviting community members of Linkedin to connect and simply ‘have a conversation’.

He opened his door to those in need, provided support for those who felt confused and lost and as a result connected with more people that he may ordinarily have done.

A friendly and approachable human being behind a Linkedin profile page was the medicine I needed to get my confidence, be equipped with industry knowledge and get back in the saddle to find new opportunities.

In turn, Robert’s proactiveness, has meant that many, like myself, have now kick started the recruitment search adding to a pool of ready in waiting candidates and to make themselves known to recruiters.

Sometimes in unprecedented times, we all need a friendly ‘nudge’ in the right direction to gain confidence and have ambition and Robert was just the person to do that for me.

Caring for people is often overlooked in the recruitment industry but I feel confident that Robert would place me in the right opportunities to not only gain success for me individually but for those searching for talent.

All that remains to say is – “thank you” Robert and I wish more people would go the extra mile to care for others in the way you do.

I find Robert’s honest and candid approach refreshing with us all having to deal with the current media overload.

During our 1-2-1 chat, I gleaned pearls of wisdom on how best to focus my time and energy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thanks again Robert for selflessly being a support to others in the industry during this period of uncertainty, and wish him all the best with his new venture.

Robert combines years of experience with a human, yet realistic and pragmatic approach that is too often foreign to recruitment.

I had the pleasure to meet Robert while discussing my employment situation and he had the sharpness of getting to the point, suggesting practical examples, all with a very good dose of irony, which is much needed during this time!

I had the pleasure of watching Robert speak at a virtual event and then connecting with him afterwards.

In a relatively short period of time, he has given me some very valuable advice about positioning myself which has already paid dividends.

I would definitely recommend him.

I had a one2one session with Robert and have to say he was brilliant – really approachable, explained where I could be doing better in a really constructive and positive way but didn’t sugar coat it and was honest which is exactly what I was looking for.

He obviously knows a lot about the industry and recruitment and while I am a positive person by nature I really left the meeting feeling even more confident about my future in the event industry thanks to a few key points he gave me.

Also the fact he is helping our industry and doing these sessions for free (he has done a ridiculous amount of them) is extremely impressive and a merit to him.

Genuinely hope our paths cross again in the future through work in many different aspects

I enjoyed speaking one-on-one with Robert after tuning into his fall 2020 Planet IMEX virtual presentation.

His knowledge and connections within the industry clearly run deep, and I was left with a long-but-exciting to-do list after our conversation.

I appreciate the time and attention he put into our call and look forward to following his insights and future thought leadership in the industry!

What a very inspiring 30 min chat!

Honestly, Robert gets you thinking about things that you have not seen for yourself – simple things that recruiters are looking for and it all makes perfect sense.

It got me thinking in a different headspace from the outside in, and I think that is so important to not lose sight of when hunting for a job.

Really friendly, informal chat which helped on so many levels 🙂

Thanks so much Robert!

What a very inspiring 30 min chat!

Honestly, Robert gets you thinking about things that you have not seen for yourself – simple things that recruiters are looking for and it all makes perfect sense.

It got me thinking in a different headspace from the outside in, and I think that is so important to not lose sight of when hunting for a job.

Really friendly, informal chat which helped on so many levels 🙂

Thanks so much Robert!

During one of the most difficult times in my career, Robert has stepped in and injected hope and direction to kick start my new and exciting adventure!

Due to Covid, my last role was made redundant.

Subsequently, I’ve been aimlessly scrambling and struggling to pull the pieces together trying to understand the freelance world.

After only 30 minutes with Robert, I now know how to tackle marketing myself head-on and could not thank you enough.

It’s been a breath of fresh air to speak to Robert rather than reading endless, boring, uninformative websites.

Fantastic advice and really appreciate that Robert has offered up his time to support those that need it!

At a time when time is not being rewarded properly, Robert has been both generous and insightful with his time and his candour is refreshing, beneficial and much valued.

Robert is a pleasure to deal with and I know he has extended the hand of support to so many in the event industry since the start of lockdown.

I hope that when the cloud lifts that everyone that Robert has helped will be there to promote his services as I will certainly do so.

Robert was kind enough to give me his time to help focus me and give me some food for thought as to how I can achieve what I want to in the event sector and the best path to take to get there. 

He was very good at breaking down the problem to find the crux and working out how to progress from that point.

I’ve recently had a highly motivating 30 minute zoom meeting with Robert who’s kindly offering support to the Live Events community during these challenging times.

His feed back and suggestions on how best to use this 2nd lock down to promote my talents and skills have been invaluable.

Robert gets straight to the point, he’s creative, highly engaging and his observation and feed back with regard to my CV and work experience have been invaluable in helping me to review my Linked-In profile; my values, skillset; what really matters in terms of looking for future work.

I would highly recommend Robert to anyone in our industry who’s looking for a head hunter or executive event search and recruitment.

I met Robert during PlanetIMEX.

I found both of his sessions to be very informative and insightful.

In a follow up one-on-one session, Robert was very helpful in providing direction on how to best market myself and stand out via social media platforms.

What I most appreciate is Robert’s ability to be gracious and direct at the same time — telling you what you NEED to hear but in a compassionate manner.

Thank you, Robert, for your service to the events industry.

Your services are needed now more than ever!

Robert has kindly taken valuable time out of his days to provide not only me but 100’s of others with open and honest advice and reassurance.

During such uncertain times he helped to give a better outlook and approach to what’s ahead.

Helping to see things from a different perspective.

I am really grateful for his support

I took the opportunity to speak to Robert to help figure out my next moves in the event industry.

He was very straight and honest, providing good feedback on what was not working about my online profile and sound advice on what I need to consider in order to be attractive to potential recruiters.

At a very uncertain time, when I have been questioning what to do next, he helped to give me a new sense of focus, control and ownership of my career which is exactly what I needed.

So pleased I took up Robert’s kind offer of a free 121.

I came away feeling much more positive and immediately started work on the advice he gave me on my LinkedIn profile.

He is refreshingly honest without being too brutal!

He certainly knows his sector and comes across as being very knowledgeable without just throwing names around.

Thank you Robert for not only offering your advice for free but for cheering me up and for treating me as an individual.

Really honest, open and knowledgeable.

Robert gave up his time, to offer some advise and talk through my Business Website and LinkedIn profile.

He clearly understands how to raise your profile from all angles; as a candidate, business owner and recruiter.

I am really grateful for his support.

Thank you Robert, you took valuable time out of your day to provide me open and honest reassurance.

Your experience lent me some fantastic resources and gems of wisdom, all whilst being down to earth.

During these ‘uncertain times’ I still took away a better outlook and approach to what’s ahead.

Invaluable.

Robert has a really excellent way of cutting through the crap but also being kind, funny and understanding of your situation.

He offered useful and straight talking advice on improving my LinkedIn profile, CV writing and creating a personal brand in order to make myself more marketable.

Robert – thank you for offering up your time and for reminding me to easier on myself when job searching.

Your insight has been invaluable.

Robert very selflessly gave up his time during the tough times of the COVID pandemic, offering support, advise and just someone to talk to.

Above this Robert really does know his stuff about the industry and I recommend him to anyone that is looking to work with him.

Robert is worth his weight in gold and then some.

His insights and innovation took me from redundancy to a promising new career.

I can’t thank him enough!

Be careful not to let your Nana overhear his consultation; he doesn’t beat around the bush.

But if you want to make progress quickly, Robert is the perfect counsel.

Robert had some great advice concerning my LinkedIn profile and helped with advising what would make me better seen to potential employers/recruiters.

Robert also managed to help me realise that I’m not the only one going through uncertainty and unrest right now – and to be kinder to myself. 🙂

Robert kindly offered his support on a 121 consultation, truly admire him for wanting to help so many people in the events industry.

Robert provided me, along with many others, advice and tips on how best to push forward and market myself in the most effective way during these tough times so an invaluable meeting.

I took away some incredibly relevant and honest advice – will definitely be staying in touch. He also managed to top it all off with a good sense of humour which lets be honest – we definitely all need right now!

Thanks again Robert!

Robert and I had a beneficial informal chat, where he offered great, honest & helpful advice as a starting point to making my experience/CV more marketable and out there.

I will definitely be using his advice & services in the future and would advise a 1:1 starter call with him to go over any thought starters or to kick start your current thinking

I recently had an invaluable 1-2-1 with Robert who made me feel as though I was not alone during this crisis.

I left the meeting feeling motivated and encouraged that it’s not all doom and gloom and a list of to-dos as to how to optimise my LinkedIn profile.

Highly recommended!

Thank you for all your time Robert and I hope to repay you one day!

Really valuable time spent with Robert in the 121 consultation.

He has provided me with insight and great tips for improving my LinkedIn profile and CV as well the best approach towards recruitment agencies.

Robert really knows his stuff and is able to offer tailored advice and guidance which I am grateful for.

Robert was extremely helpful during my 1-2-1 session with him and he gave me a number of tips on how to improve my Linkedin profile and increase my connections and presence online.

He was very easy to talk to and I would recommend anyone currently looking for their next role to have a session with him!

I had a half-hour 121 consultation with Robert and his insights and opinions were extremely helpful.

His views on LinkedIn, and what makes a great profile were particularly invaluable to me.

Robert is generously giving his time, opinions and expertise to assist during a difficult time for all of us, and if you have industry topics you’d like to discuss I would heartily recommend booking a session with him.

You won’t regret it.

Thank you Robert.

Thank you so much for your time! In just 30 minutes you offered so much value.

As a person just about to launch a new business your tips and insights were just what I needed to push me down the right path so thank you again!

A true expert and true gent!

Seizing the incredible opportunity to have a 121 chat with Robert today I feel genuinely buoyed by the whole experience.

With a situation in our industry that can only politely be described as a true shit storm, Robert is the navigator and consultant I’d back every day .

In addition to the brilliant tips a huge take away is that with the current state of play, mentally weathering this is as or more important than focusing on money and contracts. Wise words from a brilliant professional!

After a session with Robert today, I feel focused, knowledgeable, and enthused.

Reality isn’t always negative; I have clear goals and real answers to my questions.

Robert is conducting these 1-2-1’s at a significant emotional cost, talking to many with a bleak outlook.
I look forward to giving back one day.

High Fives all round to this industry-specific specialist.

Thank you, Robert.

Robert was very generous with his time and gave me lots of really useful and practical advice on updating my Linkedin profile (which I have followed to the letter) and a good pep talk on self marketing in general!

His advice has been a breath of fresh air during this incredibly hard time for the events industry.

I was lucky enough to find Robert during my process of acquiring a new position in a different industry.

From the start, he was very helpful in providing clear guidance on how to optimize my LinkedIn profile.

His straight to the point approach, along with his years of industry knowledge and experience helped me gain clarity of my next steps.

I would highly recommend Robert to anyone who needs to optimise their LinkedIn profile and career next steps.

I booked a 121 session with Robert after finding out I was at risk of redundancy for a bit of a crisis chat.

He is honest in his approach in a way that actually rewired my way of thinking and made me feel a lot more positive about the situation.

He has many many tips and tricks about how to get the most out of your CV and LinkedIn and I’d highly recommend booking time in his diary for a chat should you find yourself in a similar situation

Robert is a recruiter like no other.

He is down to earth, honest and says it like it is without sugar coating.

It has been a refreshing pleasure to speak to someone who despite current circumstances can give you constructive advice.

I highly recommend Robert to all those needing a recruitment partner or recruiter as Robert will work with you for your needs

Thanks to one of my connections in LinkedIn, I had the chance to see the 1-to-1 sessions that Robert was offering.

I took advantage of his kindness, and I booked an appointment with him. I had the pleasure to meet him and exchange my thoughts with him.

He gave me excellent advice to improve my personal brand to get more attention from recruiters and how to focus on getting through the following 3-6 months.

I think it is fantastic what you are doing to help people, like me, during this difficult time.

Look forward to keeping in contact and seeing you soon in one of the first live events in the UK.

Thank you again Robert!

Robert kindly donated some of his free time under his “30 minutes of mentoring” initiative.

Robert had some great insights into where I could apply myself in the future; and was able to give me great reassurance that the industry, in time, will recover.

Thank you Robert, for your time, your honesty, your compassion and your thoughtful words during these strange times.

Most of your time spent with recruiters is usually in a sales focused capacity where you are merely a product/asset to be sold.

In a challenging period, Robert has made me feel like a human rather than an object.

Taking the time to improve me from a marketing perspective as well as re align me to my own strengths and values – I really cannot recommend Robert enough.

If you want a product sold – go to an e-commerce site.

If you want a human connection and right fit approach – Robert is your man.

Robert has shared his knowledge and his time to help support others in the event industry.

My discussion with him was very useful and I greatly appreciated his insights.

He has gone above and beyond to help others and it is greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Robert!

Robert pivoted during Covid to offer free consultations to job seekers and recruiters.

He has a wealth of knowledge and can help you enhance your personal brand and get noticed during these difficult times.

It’s great that he has looked for opportunities during this time, as well as giving back to the industry.

Much applauded.

Robert plays a vital role in the events community which is unusual as an recruiter.

He gets this role because he connects people and will always try to help you even if it not his expertise.

Talking with Robert is never a waste of time and sharing a panel with him was a real pleasure!

I had a great chat with Robert who offered his time during the uncertainty of Covid-19 around the world of events.

Robert is very much a realist and acted as a great soundboard to my current line of thinking.

He offered great tips and is definitely “in the know” in the world of events.

I’d have no hesitation in recommending him to others

Robert offered me some great advice and helped me focus on a narrower target market.

Thank you Robert for our invaluable chat.

Your direct, honest feedback on my new venture, has given me a different perspective and the need to clarify things going forward.

All this on your time, is a genuine, kind offer at this time.

Amazing!

Had a brilliant chat with Robert about the current situation in the events industry.

His advice/recommendations showed his knowledge and reputation that he has in the events sector and its always easier to
talk to someone who knows their stuff!

Thank you Robert for your help today.

It’s so refreshing to talk to someone who has no interest in sugar-coating.

Spending 30 minutes with Robert, chatting about the current state of the industry and thoughts on how/when we will emerge, was extremely useful. He know his onions and certainly gave me a few things to think about.

If you’re looking to have an honest conversation with someone about the future and your role in it, I can’t recommend Robert highly enough.

I would thoroughly recommend spending 30 minutes of your time with Robert if you are looking for some advice.

Having always enjoyed his passionate and occasionally acerbic posts on LinkedIn, I took advantage of the chance to get his views on the state of the events industry and his take on my own situation recently and greatly appreciated his insight.

I took up the free offer and had a 121 call with Robert for advice during such uncertain times from linked in profiles to the job market his expertise is great to tap into.

He will always advise you on what you need to hear to make the best out of the circumstances in front of you.

The whole initiative of offering free sessions for anyone in the events industry is a testament to the person and ethos behind You Search and Select.

Thanks for all your advice Robert!

I would highly recommend Robert to any client looking to boost their recruitment capabilities, or candidate looking for the next step in their career.

He takes the time to get to know people on a human level, meaning that he can match the best individuals to the right positions, and genuinely cares about his work.

Robert provided constructive ideas around how to better position my current search as well as helpful LinkedIn considerations.

His approach was thoughtful, sincere, direct.

Many thanks for your time and insight today.

Hopefully we’ll have the chance to work together in the near future.

I would recommend Robert to any hiring manager.

He demonstrates a genuine interest in the candidate (not always seen with other recruiters), and goes the extra mile in making sure he gets the right fit.

The consultation with Robert was extremely helpful.

He has a fantastic knowledge of the industry.

I really appreciate the time he gave to improve my LinkedIn and help me focus on my next steps.

Robert has very kindly been offering his support to event professionals, giving free 121 consultations to chat through their concerns during this time.

I took him up on this offer after being made redundant very quickly and finding myself in a worrying and overwhelming situation, trying to work on my profile, apply for jobs and deal with the emotional impact of losing my job so suddenly (and during a pandemic).

Robert was instantly very warm and friendly, listened to my current issues and spoke through how I should approach this in small manageable sections.

We concentrated on my LinkedIn and I have a page of notes on how I can practically improve my profile and use it to really sell myself and my experience. He also recommended some resources for me to check out.

Thank you so much Robert for taking the time out to help us during such a difficult time for our industry.

Couldn’t recommend highly enough.

Candidates and recruiters are very lucky to have Robert representing them.

Very knowledgeable and highly connected.

His vision and understanding of career development for short, medium and long term goals has been very beneficial and he is a great sounding board.

Personable and wears a smile that is just infectious.

What a pleasure.

Thank you Robert.

It was great to talk with Robert, who has a brilliant straight talking manner, the best always do our sector.

A very insightful session where he gave his remarks about how things will likely shape and evolve in the next months.

It’s definitely left me some great food for thought and am grateful that he has offered his time.

Thoroughly recommend.

I was delighted to receive such insightful and brilliant advice from Robert during our 1-2-1 call, all within 30 minutes!

We covered networking, updating my LinkedIN as well as how I can work on my personal brand.

Robert truly understands the ins-and-outs of the events industry and I am looking forward to putting his advice into practice. I cannot recommend him enough.

Thank you!

I had a 1-2-1 consultancy session with Robert which was very insightful.

He generously brainstormed with me and even shared some of his own business strategies.

All very helpful, thankyou.

Robert provided absolutely brilliant support and advice.

The way he has responded to provide the industry with support and knowledge is hugely commendable.

During lockdown I had a great chat with Robert about my career development and exploring different paths.

I am fortunate to still be working full time but I am still using this opportunity to evaluate what I want to do and eventually where I want to go.

We spoke about realistic timelines, how to approach the changes and how to develop my personal brand.

In half an hour it was a brilliant insight and it is clear that Robert is an expert not only in the recruitment field but he has a deep understanding of how the events industry operates and the qualities people need to succeed in specific roles.

I am grateful for the advice and I am looking forward to putting it into practice.

Thank you

Huge thanks to Robert for taking time out of his day to have a 121 with me this afternoon.

I’ve been following Robert on LinkedIn for a while, and felt his knowledge and experience in the events industry and with networking would be invaluable, and I was right!

He helped me hugely, and I would recommend you try and snap up one of his 121 spots while you still can!

Hopefully we can work together in the future again.

Robert has a wealth of experience in the events world and is always happy to share insights into the industry, exchange views or just listen.

His collaborative, no-nonsense approach is very refreshing.

Robert is someone who cares, very much a people person.

He is good listener, provides good advice, he’s proactive and positive in his approach for and providing the right talent.

Robert you are brilliant!

I really feel you love your job and do it professionally and passionately.

Great mentor.

Thank you.

I took Robert up on his very generous offer of providing free 1:1 sessions to those in the event industry looking for some advice, direction, or a sounding board, during these crazy times (Covid-19).

With a 30 minute time limit to contend with, Robert very quickly made me feel at ease with his personable open nature.

He took the time to learn a bit about me beforehand offering some great tips to improve my LinkedIn profile which I will be executing straight away.

Despite the short time frame the session felt well paced and Robert gave me space to ask my questions which he answered honestly with candour and without the usual “recruiter spin”.

Thank you Robert for your time and expertise!

If you have recruitment needs in the event sector, Robert has his finger on the pulse and is actively engaged with the event industry – a great source of knowledge.

I would highly recommend Robert if you need support filling a role, he’s professional, straight talking but at the same time very personable.

He’s truly passionate about what he does and the business, which shows in the way he takes his time in building relationships, getting to know all his clients and candidates.

He has a wealth of knowledge and industry experience, defiantly someone you want to have in your corner through this crucial time

Took advantage of an opportunity for a 1-2-1 with Rob that he was offering during May, and did not regret it!

Rob offers clear, smart and straight forward advice, following on from a CV webinar he also hosted, giving an insight into recruiting ‘normally’ and during current times.

Advice is personalised and tailored, and came away feeling revitalised and positive with key actions to support on future job searches.

Thank you Rob

While it is obvious, given that this is a recommendation, I really cannot recommend Robert enough.

It is always refreshing when you meet someone in business who is genuine, thoughtful and thought-through.

Robert is clearly an expert at what he does and his experience and knowledge is clear from the minute you start talking to him.

Job hunting, as the would-be-employee or the looking employer is always a challenging and time consuming process.

Having someone like Robert on your team, who is both conscientious and dedicated is a resource not to be overlooked.

Not only do I have total faith in Robert when it comes to my own career, I have no doubt he would also be able to find the right candidate for me when I am looking to fill a position.

Robert gave up his time to speak to me on a personal one to one consultation, whilst I was job hunting.

He took time to explain what hiring managers are looking for in a candidate and how to position myself when going for an interview and even some questions to ask.

He also gave some advice on my CV, but, more importantly, how to upgrade my LinkedIn profile to catch the eye of the right recruiters.

If you get the chance to chat to Robert I would take it up as he has been really helpful.

Thanks Robert! 

Robert is an experienced and knowledgeable events recruitment consultant and an all-round nice guy!

His honesty and positivity during these unprecedented COVID 19 times have recently helped me understand what the future could look like and what steps/tasks I should be undertaking in the meantime.

Had a useful session with Robert where he suggested tools to help me progress with my personal goals during lockdown and how to improve my LinkedIn profile.

Thank you so much for the advice and putting the c.v and cover letters in perspective for me.

Straight forward, honest and to the point.

Really enjoyed the last webinar you spoke at. I took somethings away from the webinar and I am applying it to my c.v and job search!

Robert provided great insight and advice at a critical time.

Very open, honest and personable with deep industry knowledge.

I’d recommend anyone in the Industry take the opportunity to work with him on realising their future goals or reviewing current strategy.

I have known Robert for several years now in a professional capacity.

He has tremendous insight in the recruitment industry and rarely among recruiters genuinely cares about both his client and the candidate in equal measure.

Recently he has very generously helped to coach me through my job search, with some easy and practical tips to maximise my exposure on LinkedIn and how to best utilise my time.

I particularly value his honesty and perceptiveness, which I find refreshing.

I strongly recommend that you reach out to Robert to assist you with your needs.

Robert’s proactive approach to drive solutions which support the huge Marketing & Events talent pool influx due to Covid-19 has been impressive.

I joined him on the ILEA webinar where he shared his extensive expertise to offer practical advice and instil confidence in candidates applying for new roles in a now even more competitive market.

Thank you Robert for using your skills to support those in need.

Had a brilliant and insightful 1-2-1 session with Robert today – he offered clear, no strings attached free advice and easy, quick-win tips on how to navigate through this difficult time.

Highly recommended.

I was so grateful to Robert for taking the time to help me understand this a bit more and for his excellent advice, really appreciated!

Had a really great chat with Robert today.

I’m currently a mentor on the Fast Forward 15 programme and one of my goals has been to learn about the industry.

Thanks so much Robert!

As the Covid-19 pandemic is hitting the event industry hard, Robert has kindly stepped forward and is offering 30 minute 121’s with people in the events industry.

I was lucky enough to grab this opportunity and had mine today.

All I can say is wow! His insight, knowledge and expertise is incredible and I really valued the time we chatted together.

With these uncertain times ahead it’s easy to lose momentum in the job hunt, especially as lots of roles are on hold or frozen.

Robert shared some valuable tips that really fired me up and I can’t wait to get started.

If you haven’t done so already, reach out to him and take part – you won’t regret it.

Thank you again Robert for your generosity and expertise, it was most needed!

I came across Robert via LinkedIn when I spotted one of his posts that really stuck with me.

He mentioned his approach was to meet with the hiring manager and other senior stake holder(s) to get a feel for the company and really understand the culture within the business.

Normally, recruitment spiel was all about how many CV’s they had in the database!

I invited Robert to the office to present and discuss his Fitability® approach.

Honestly, being a stickler for details, I was also keen to call him out and see the small print and get out clause regarding his 6month 100% rebate scheme.

Like many, I thought it was simply too good to be true.

Honestly, there is nothing hidden in the small print, no get out clause, just a really straightforward (up to) 6month 100% rebate!

I was impressed.

Since our initial meeting, I have worked with Robert on a number of appointments and every time, I have had the results I’ve wanted.

An extremely suitable candidate, who actually understand the company culture and role within the given time-frame.

Robert’s approach has saved me countless hours as I’ve only ever seen serious and relevant candidates.

The information pack presented for each candidate is extensive and insightful.

Thank you Robert!

I was introduced to Robert via a former colleague and, from the outset, Robert acted with the utmost professionalism and efficiency.

The various documents (bespoke job description and role profile) were well written and concise.

He is very quick to put you at ease and then works hard to ensure that the opportunity is indeed a really good fit for yourself as well as for his client.

I’ve found Robert to be extremely thorough and very knowledgeable about both his clients business and people. however, his USP in my view is his ability to ensure the interview process is as relaxed as it can be in the circumstances.

He creates rapport easily and even injects appropriate humour on occasion, which all helps to enable his interviewee to focus on their answers!

I would have no hesitation to recommend Robert for any type of recruitment challenge.”          

I couldn’t have done it without you Robert!

Being an owner managed business for sixteen years I needed someone to truly understand me, my company and the emotional journey that I needed to personally go on when looking for an MD.

You took the time to listen and learn, to meet my senior management team to ensure any candidate would be right for them and to understand where we all wanted the business to be going in the future.

You didn’t waste my time, you challenged me on occasion and you presented me with some very strong candidates; two of whom we literally had to vote over!

We are all excited and I will be forever grateful for you helping me get to the ‘next chapter’.

Thank YOU!

*I never ask for client reviews as let’s be honest, anyone would say anything if you “filled a vacancy”, however, this came through unexpectedly and how could I not share…

I’ve had the pleasure of dealing with Robert for a recent job change.

The process Robert uses is incredibly thorough. From a candidate perspective, the time he gives is unusual in the cut-throat recruitment business.

He invests considerable time ensuring his candidates are a good fit for his client, not least through his Fitability model.

He also takes the time to fully brief his candidates on the role, his clients’ business and the individuals themselves.

This all leads to a very well-prepared interview, with no surprises.

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Robert to clients and candidates alike.

Working with Robert was a pleasure from start to finish.

You really get the feeling that you’re not ‘just another candidate’ and he takes time and care to understand your situation and skill set and conducts his efforts accordingly.

His interview style is professional and encouraging and he establishes great rapport from the very first point of contact.

You can tell he genuinely cares about what he does, and makes sure that any time spent is worthwhile for both you and the client he is representing. 

From initial contact with Robert, the importance of professionalism and integrity was key.

It feels it is of utmost importance that he fits the right people for a role but also the right fit for you.

You are as important as the client itself.

He has a thorough process for this and it enables you to get the best out of the whole process and feel at ease.

Robert approaches the task from a refreshingly different angle.

Understanding the client needs better and matching with a thoughtful analysis of the prospects.

Building a deeper understanding of both parties requirements leads to a more full filling experience.

A simple but clever recasting of meeting needs better than competition, well done.

Robert’s attention to detail and time spent getting to know his candidate’s work history, life skills and values has really set him apart in the market place.

Having recruited a fair few people and gone through the recruitment process myself I cannot recommend Robert for recruiters or candidates in the live events and experiential market place enough.

A gem of an agency.

Robert has a unique product and is a breath of fresh air in his approach to recruiting.

He takes the time to get to know candidates, and his process is very thorough.

As a candidate you get to find out proper insight and background to the role.

The Fitability interview is the most thorough I have seen from a recruiter in a very long time.

As an employer Robert takes the hard work out of the first stage interviews and ensures that every candidate you see has already been vetted, is competent to do the role and is the right fit.

I found working with Robert very refreshing and rewarding, his approach was enlightening and made me really think about what I want from my next role and more importantly it was thorough and provided the employer with a comprehensive insight into a potential candidate.

Unfortunately, I didn’t get onto the shortlist to meet the client on this occasion, however I am looking forward to working with Robert again soon.

All in all a very enjoyable and interesting approach, well done and thank you Robert.

Working with Robert is a breath of fresh air. 

He is focused from minute one on ensuring your suitability or ‘Fitability’ for any role; in contrast to some recruiters who take a punt and hope for the best.

The time invested upfront ensures that any candidate he puts forward for a role is safe in the knowledge that he is confident in your experience and ability and therefore the clients will be too. This serves to ensure that neither party wastes time.

As an experienced professional, Robert is both honest and fair with his feedback which is welcome and only serves to enhance the candidate’s self-awareness.

Having been a victim of interview fatigue, Robert’s approach to candidate representation ensures no time is wasted for either parties involved.

It’s been refreshing experience to avoid the ‘big sell’ as Robert hasn’t been like most recruiters and has told it very much as it is.

He offers a sensible and strategic approach to recruitment which usually is a time consuming and often frustrating process.

In conjunction with this sensible approach, he offers a great deal of support through the process allowing you every opportunity to deliver success at the final hurdle.

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with Robert as I’ve been searching for a new role.

The candidate process is the most comprehensive I’ve experienced by some distance; the time invested to understand both client, role and candidate, the detail and the preparation by Robert is all excellent and should serve as an industry benchmark.

The additional Fitability process Robert has developed is incredibly insightful has given me a level of self-awareness that has helped greatly in preparation for interviews.

In an era of CV farmers and anonymous LinkedIn job postings, Robert is a thorough, thoughtful and principled recruiter.

He is honest and candid about his processes and feedback, and clearly takes care in his relationships with both clients and candidates.

Robert’s approach to recruitment is refreshing and much needed in our industry.

He takes the time to really get to know you as a person, your capabilities and what you are looking for from a new role, and is never just simply passing over your CV to his clients.

There is value added and enjoyment gained from working with Robert and his fitability method for both clients and candidates alike, as he takes away any unnecessary confusion, pressure and frustration which is so often created by poorly run recruitment processes.

It’s been a breath of fresh air to work in this way!

When I first saw the You Search & Select recruitment ad it stood out from the crowd and connected immediately on a more relevant / emotive level.

Having now worked with Robert and witnessed the ‘Fitability’ approach and process first hand I can confirm that it has been one of the most thorough role matching processes I have experienced.

There is a clear focus on ensuring a 2-way fit for the role and the feeling is one of genuine concern to ensure a long term placement – not simply fill a gap!

It’s a different and engaging approach which is refreshing in the current climate.

Robert is a breath of fresh air in the world of recruitment.

He is clearly passionate about finding the right fit for both the client and candidate.

His commitment to understanding the purpose and culture of a business and articulating the requirements of the role is second to none.

Thorough and clear briefings on both sides are essential in this process and Robert dedicates considerable time to both.

I would recommend Robert and YouSAS to any business searching for their next rising star.

It is very apparent from first contact that Robert cares.

He cares about clients AND candidates.

He cares about attention to detail and, as a candidate, that Fitability is right for you as well as your prospective new employer.

Robert makes you feel special.

He makes you feel important and gives you the confidence to be yourself and give of your best at interview.

Robert has your back.

Working with Robert is truly unique and his approach to recruitment is second to none.

Robert makes you feel that you are the only person that he is working with, his attention to every detail of the recruitment process is on a another level.

Which ever side of the table you are sitting, recruiting or looking for your next step in your career; you can not be in safer or more caring hands.

From the very first point of contact, it has been a pleasure to liaise with Robert.

Personable, fun and flexible, yet direct, organised and thoroughly honest. With an impressive attention to detail, Robert takes a unique approach to recruitment.

He goes a long way to understand the deeper aspects of your personality, background and experience, whilst understanding your value and future path – thus marrying the right person with the right position.

Highly recommended.

In my experience, the service Robert provides for both candidates and companies is unique.

A tailored approach ensures both parties have receive the maximum opportunity for a successful outcome, ensuring that where time is invested, none is wasted.

His clear and honest approach brings a personal analysis both of the requirements of the position and the underlying skills of the candidate. His in-depth method covering areas others will certainly miss.

A refreshing change from faceless search-bot metrics.

I would recommend anyone with an open mind commit to his direction

Roberts professional approach is only matched by his ingenuity in matching Clients with Candidates.

The close rapport he holds with Professional Events Companies due to his time & experience in the industry and the respect he holds within it makes him an extremely valuable point of contact.

Robert comes at recruitment in a very evolved way, he is direct yet empathetic, diligent yet flexible.

He doesn’t deal in maybes and what ifs but substantiated detail to both client & candidate and would never place a client with a candidate if there was not a full fit, even to the detriment of himself and his business.

Always truthful, diligent, detailed & responsive Robert is the recruiter every business needs to have and every candidate would want to deal with.

Robert is one of the finest recruiters I have worked with!

He has a different approach to what I expected and have experienced before.

It feels very personal, like he really has your interest at heart, personally and professionally!

He also understands the industry, its pushes and pulls and understood what I wanted in my next role.

He very much feels like a personal consultant rather than a show and tell recruiter!

Straight talking? Check.
To the point? Check.
Genuinely interested? Check.
Finds the right roles? Check.
Gives a damn? Check.
Paid by clients? Of course..
But works for candidates? Absolutely.

Am I happy to recommend? Hell yes.

Remember when recruiters took time to know you and your requirements?
Remember when they went into fine detail about the role, over multiple conversations?
Remember when they gave you valuable insights about the client?
Remember when they followed up with feedback?
Remember when they remembered you from previous times?
No?
Perhaps you don’t remember dealing with Robert…

Robert and I have been connected for many years during my career, this was the first time we have worked together and I am impressed with Robert’s approach!

Robert has taken the time for multiple calls to brief and prep me prior to my meeting with the client.

The written brief and job description is thorough, I feel Robert has a clear understanding of my career history and my skill set which has enabled him to match me with a perfect role.

I have found YOU Search and Select to be a real partner in my search for my next role.

Their process has been both rigorous and thorough, allowing me to feel confident in their representation of me, their understanding of my skills and experience and suitability for the right role.

The process has allowed me understand the value and relevance of my experience and how this can be applied.

Robert has been clear on next steps and has gone above and beyond to guide me through the process of securing the right role for me”

Robert has a very personable and intuitive manner

Robert is flexible, never pushy and very efficient.

From the witty, engaging and thought provoking advert that grabbed my attention, to the encyclopaedia like briefing packs, to the warm and detailed briefing calls, Robert is forensic in his approach to placing senior candidates.

This level of detail and information at every point is unrivalled in my experience and allows you to be consistently informed and make the right decisions about the role. If there should be a question unanswered, Robert will find a timely response without hesitation.

You always have the belief that Robert is representing both clients and candidates in an unbiased manner, with all the professionalism and fairness that any human could muster.

He totally gets the industry, his clients and his candidates, you couldn’t be in safer hands.

I met Robert a few years back as a potential client. We didn’t have any senior vacancies within our business at the time to use the services of YOU Search & Select so I didn’t embrace the ‘client experience’ that the agency offers.

Having recently gone through the process as a potential candidate, I have nothing but praise for the system and approach that YOU Search & Select use.

 There is very much a personalised approach through the process of conversations, interviews and Fitability®.

The communication and transparency along the journey is detailed and it’s obvious that Robert’s number one priority really is finding the right candidate for each client’s vacancy.

The agency’s values of integrity, empathy and compassion couldn’t be more true and I would probably add diligence and commitment too. 

Working with Robert is a unique experience and one that provides the ultimate reassurance for both client and candidate alike and I would not hesitate to recommend YOU Search & Select to others.

Robert has made every part of the recruitment process feel individual, professional and considered which is not something you can say for every recruiter.

Jumping back into the job market after a long time in one company can be a fairly daunting task but not with Robert!

He has ensured I have been kept up to date with the process at every stage and taken the time to answer all my questions thoroughly and thoughtfully.

What has been particularly impressive is his attention to detail and the level of information he provides on prospective roles. This results in being able to make a concrete decision about whether the opportunity is right for you rather than being pushed forward for multiple roles at once that you have no real in-depth knowledge of.

I can’t recommend him enough for your agency or personal recruitment requirements.

My experience with Robert during the recruitment process has far exceeded that of any other agency.

Robert really takes time to understand you as an individual ensuring the right fit for both candidate and company and he invested time in getting to know my personality and expectations as well as my experience.

Robert has been proactive in his communication and contact with me, ensuring that I am kept up to date with the timescale.

Robert undertakes a full briefing with the client ensuring that he has the knowledge to answer any questions that I have. The bespoke job description and profile spec are the most comprehensive I have ever seen, enabling me to have a full understanding of the company and role, prior to any interviews taking place. 

I have not been for an interview for a while so it was reassuring to have someone that makes you feel comfortable throughout the whole process.

Stepping back into the world of job hunting after many years has been a baptism by fire!

Many agencies promising many things and then not delivering…very disappointing.

But this is not the case with Robert, what a breath of fresh air!

Extremely knowledgeable about the event agency world and obviously passionate about what he does.

Proactive, open, straight talking, honest and really wants the best for you and his client.

The service I have received from Robert has already surpassed anything I have received from other agencies and I would highly recommend that you get in touch with him as soon as you are considering your next career move”

Robert’s innovative approach brought me closer than ever before to my potential employers.

His bespoke role profiles take the guesswork out of deciphering job descriptions which are so often unrepresentative of the role.

I felt that his primary concern was to find the right person for the role and find the right role for me rather than the usual hammering any shaped peg through any shaped hole. 

Robert clearly has a deep understanding of the live event sector and his and the yousas.co.uk approach is both novel and from a candidate’s perspective at least, entirely encouraging & stoic.

The journey I’ve made with Robert from the initial call through to interview via the Fitability® stage, has been atypical of the recruitment industry and for that alone I would recommend them.

Having worked with a number of recruitment specialists in the past it has been refreshing to meet Robert and see how recruitment should be undertaken.

It is rare to find someone who takes the time to understand you not only as a professional but also as an individual. He is very open and honest regarding the role he is recruiting for and how you may, or indeed may not fit a particular position.

Not everyone is suited to every role (and vice versa) and being able to have this style of constructive conversation is invaluable so that you can ascertain (on both sides) whether the position being considered is right for you.

Roberts in my view ‘holistic’ approach and process is what makes YOU Search and Select a recruitment specialist that is a cut above the rest.

I would highly recommend Robert and YOU Search and Select if you are looking for a premium recruitment process that will result in the best possible outcome for all parties concerned.

It’s been a pleasure to work with Robert in a relaxed and thoughtful manner through the recruiting process.

His clear and transparent methods enable a thoughtful and proactive approach and one which brings out the best options for a application.

Would recommend Robert and You s&s in a heartbeat for both client and candidate to get the right result.

Recruiters tend not to recommend other recruiters. We’re an insular bunch in the main.

Even so, I’d recommend Robert.

He cares more than any other recruiter I know. He bothers about the detail.

There’s nothing slap dash. You will probably end up with more than he told you to expect. He will also probably asked for your full support in helping him do his job, but wouldn’t you rather deal with somebody who wants to work with you, rather than feed you crumbs when asked?

Just one word of caution: If you meet him for a coffee, his choice may lead you to believe he’s a wet liberal who thinks of nothing but trees. Don’t read any more into that than he has no sense of taste. He may also turn up in a funny jumper.

Don’t hold that against him. He’s worth more than that

From my very first contact with Robert at YOU Search and Select, I knew his recruitment process was special.

His relaxed, but focused approach helped me get the most from myself and consider all elements required to succeed.

Each stage was informative and unbiased, ensuring my fit for the employer but also their fit for me.

This was crucial considering the high-level job on offer and the opportunity to advance my career with a company I could call home for many years.

I highly recommend YOU Search and Select to anyone searching for a serious position or candidate.

This really is a recruiter who cares about achieving the best results for everyone.

Thank you!

Robert first approached me as a potential client in 2016 soon after launching You Search and Select with a compelling pitch that he was reinventing recruitment for senior roles in the events sector.

A bold but noteworthy ambition!

Already of the opinion that all but a select few recruiters in this space added little if anything to the process, (particularly at the senior level) it was no surprise to me that You Search and Select quickly began gaining traction and by the summer of 2018 they seemed to be the executive search agent on the lips of every recruiting manager and senior candidate I spoke to.

Following a recent positive change of direction in my own career I was pleased to hear from Robert about a potential senior role and intrigued to see if the experience I’d had of his unique selection process was as positive for candidates I’d found it as a recruiter.

I’m unsure how many individuals in the sector have had the opportunity to experience You Search and Select from both the client’s and a candidate’s perspectives but having had the pleasure myself I’ve observed the following:

• Total professional integrity
• Unparalleled depth of understanding
• A passion for creating value for clients (both recruiters and candidates)

Robert educates all of his clients on how to get the very best possible outcome from the time and energy that they invest in the search and recruitment process and I truly believe that his model dramatically reduces the possibility that business’s might make the wrong hire or worse that candidates may find themselves in the wrong job for the wrong reasons.

A total breath of fresh air!

Thanks for your continued hard work Robert

Been an absolute pleasure to work with Robert.

He really takes time to get to know you, to understand your requirements and explains the job role in great detail.

It’s great to meet a recruiter who actually cares about the candidates and companies, rather than just going through the motions.

Highly recommend him for any recruiting projects.

I have found Robert to be very different to all other recruiters I have dealt with previously.

He takes time to get to know and understand me which i think will give a very clear picture to the new employers.

Thanks!