Why I Stopped "Just Recruiting"

From filling positions to building proven solutions that create lasting results

“When DIY recruiting and career planning aren’t working”

After 13+ years in recruiting, it became clear: what we were doing wasn’t working. Not really.

Companies were spending serious money to fill roles—but they weren’t building the internal systems to hire and retain people well on their own. And professionals? They were white-knuckling their way through career transitions, making expensive mistakes that could have been avoided with the right structure and strategy.

The real issue wasn’t a lack of candidates or job openings. In many cases, it came down to not knowing what actually works in today’s market, not having the time to prioritize it, and never building the processes that make success repeatable—whether you’re hiring, navigating change, or trying to grow a business with limited resources.

So I shifted.

Instead of just placing candidates, I started helping companies build recruiting functions they could run themselves. Instead of handing out generic advice, I created step-by-step strategies for people navigating real, often messy career changes. And instead of quick fixes, I focused on long-term results—supporting the foundational systems that help teams and individuals grow, hire, and operate more effectively.

Because when DIY recruiting and career planning aren’t working, you need more than a one-off solution. You need a partner who can help you build what’s missing—and make it last.

Whether you’re scaling, planning your next move, or trying to get your business out of first gear, you don’t have to figure it out alone. There’s a better way. Let’s build it. 

Professional Background

The Evolution: From Transactional to Transformational

The Foundation: CPA & Business Systems

Early Career
Look, I started as a CPA with tons of experience in business operations, financial systems, and making processes actually work. That background turned out to be gold—I could see businesses from the inside out, not just the hiring piece that most recruiters focus on.
Key Learning: If you want business growth that actually lasts, you need structured approaches. Quick fixes and one-time solutions just create more problems later.

Recruiting Mastery: 90% Interview Rate Success

2012-Present
I built my recruiting practice around unmanned systems and tech companies, but here’s what made the difference: I focused on quality over quantity and actually figured out what makes successful hires stick around. Most recruiters just throw candidates at the wall and see what sticks.
Proven Results: 90% interview rate, 80% of hires retained after 3 years, hundreds of successful placements from C-Suite to entry-level.

The Expansion: Comprehensive Business Partnership

2019-Present
Here’s where it gets interesting: I realized I could solve way bigger problems than just recruiting. Companies and professionals were struggling with the same core issues across the board. So I expanded to offer fractional leadership, custom solutions, and real partnerships that actually move the needle long-term.
Current Focus: I’m way more interested in building up what you already have than making you dependent on me. The goal is making you better at this stuff, not creating a permanent client relationship.

My Approach: Enabling Success, Not Creating Dependency

Partnership, Not Consulting

I don’t give you more work to do—I take work off your plate while building your team’s capabilities. You maintain control while gaining expertise.

Proven Solutions, Not Band-Aids

Quick fixes create dependency. I build tailored solutions that work consistently, scale with your growth, and improve over time.

Capability Building

The goal is making you successful and independent. I transfer knowledge, build processes, and create sustainable competitive advantages.

Track Record: Results That Matter

13+ years of helping companies grow and professionals succeed
0 %
Candidates presented get interviews
0 %
Hires retained after 3 years
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Career coaching clients secured offers
60- 60 %
Cost savings vs traditional recruiting
“What sets UnmannedPower apart is the proven approach. Instead of just filling our immediate need, they built a recruiting process that continues working long after the engagement. Our hiring quality and speed have both improved dramatically.”

— CEO, Growing Technology Company

Ready to Stop Going It Alone?

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