Will Grasshoff, the founder and CEO of OxSeven, a recruitment agency known for its engaging LinkedIn content, recently sat down with Derry Holt for a candid conversation on the Carrot & Stick podcast.

Will shared his insights on a range of leadership topics, including the mistakes he's made along the way, the importance of leading from the front, and how data has been critical to his business, especially in the challenging market of the past 12 months.

Key takeaways:

• The difference between leadership and management: Will discusses how he initially confused being a good leader with being a good manager, and the importance of setting clear expectations and holding people accountable.
• Leading from the front: Will emphasizes the importance of getting involved in the day-to-day of the business and showing your team that you're willing to do the work alongside them.
• The power of data: Will shares how data has helped him understand his business better and make more informed decisions, especially during challenging times.