#3 - Joel Lalgee: The Realest Recruiter

Joel Lalgee, better known online as The Realest Recruiter, joins Mike for a wide-ranging conversation about recruiting, personal branding, and building a sustainable career in a world where change is the only constant. Joel shares how he went from banking to recruitment, the moment he realized content could replace cold calls, and why developing multiple income streams is essential in today’s market. They dig into resilience, online authenticity, the role of faith in his journey, and the challenges of balancing a huge following with staying true to yourself. Joel Lalgee is a recruiter, speaker, and content creator with nearly a decade in talent acquisition and a massive online presence across LinkedIn and beyond. Known for his unfiltered approach, practical advice, and community-building spirit, he’s built a brand that connects job seekers, recruiters, and hiring leaders around the realities of work today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices