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From Frustrated Employee to Recruitment Agency Founder with £200k+ in the Bank

Martyn, founder of FBR Associates, had spent years thriving in recruitment but felt stifled in his last role by micromanagement, instability, and a sudden switch to commission-only pay. He knew he had the skills — but needed help with the unknowns of starting a business. That’s where Rec Launch came in.

Before Working With Us

  • Working in a senior role at a recruitment agency in Essex, billing nearly £500k but receiving little appreciation or stability
  • Employer removed base salary and moved him to commission-only, prompting him to consider going solo
  • Felt confident in recruitment but unsure about operations: contracts, compliance, finance, and marketing were intimidating
  • Worried about cash flow, risk, and the lack of a financial safety net

After Working With Us

  • Averaging £40–50k/month in revenue, with over £200k in the bank
  • Over 50 signed terms with U.S. clients — making £40–45k fees a regular occurrence
  • Full control of his schedule and freedom to work when and how he wants
  • Goal to double revenue and reach £400–500k in year two
  • Enjoying tax-efficient benefits, including a strong pension, through his limited company
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The Process

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Knowledge Sharing

‍Even with years of experience, Martyn benefitted from fresh ideas and ongoing support from the team

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Weekly Support

‍Regular check-ins from the Rec Launch team provided strategic advice, reassurance, and second opinions during deal processes

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Operational Setup

‍Rec Launch handled the heavy lifting — contracts, invoicing, and infrastructure — allowing Martyn to focus on recruitment from day one

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Knowledge Sharing

‍Even with years of experience, Martyn benefitted from fresh ideas and ongoing support from the team

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Trust and Track Record

‍Prior working relationships and seeing Rec Launch’s success with top billers gave Martyn the confidence to join

The Outcome

Rec Launch helped Martyn turn years of hesitation into a thriving agency — fast. With their support, he was able to skip the stress of starting from scratch, hit the ground running, and scale to six figures in less than a year. The transformation was clear: from commuting to London and giving away margins to running his own business with freedom, control, and significantly higher earnings.

“It's night and day. I’m not glued to a desk giving a boss loads of money. I’ve got flexibility, and I’m earning so much more. It’s all for me and my family now.” — Martyn, FBR Associates

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