Break Into Executive Search - For Real
A Practical, no-fluff guide to launching your executive career.
Recruiting is easy to start and hard to master—especially in executive search, where the talent is harder to find, the stakes are higher, and clients expect more than just résumés.
The Recruiter’s Launchpad is your clear, step-by-step guide to building a high-performing recruiting desk from day one. Whether you're brand new or ready to reboot, this book gives you the structure, mindset, and tools to succeed in one of the most rewarding careers out there. This guide is for Corporate Recruiters and Search Firm Recruiters!
✅ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- How to run powerful strategy sessions that set every search up for success
- Where and how to find top talent—even when they’re not actively looking
- How to pitch candidates, manage interviews, and close offers with confidence
- Ways to build repeat business and long-term client trust
- How to grow your desk, your brand, and eventually—your team
Includes access to a Workbook Companion packed with templates, scripts, checklists, and planning tools to help you apply everything you learn.
The Recruiter's Launch Pad - Master the Search Process. Build a Career That Lasts.
About the Author
Johnny A. Reyes is a veteran executive recruiter and founder of Recruit4Real, a national search firm pairing leadership talent with top companies in healthcare, tech, and beyond. With 25+ years in the field—spanning search firms, corporate recruiting, and four years leading executive search at Walmart—Johnny brings real-world insight and honest advice from every side of the hiring table.