Anthony Webster on authenticity, inclusion and leading DVF Recruitment to success

This week on The RAG Podcast, I am revisiting my episode with Anthony Webster, Managing Director of DVF Recruitment and board member at Career Legal.

Anthony and I go way back - we worked together for five years and even planned to launch Hoxo together before his journey took a different turn. At that point, Anthony made a life-changing decision: he came out as gay after years of hiding his true self.

We talk about:

• The challenges of coming out in a male-dominated industry
• Why authenticity and inclusion are vital for culture and growth
• His journey from recruiter to MD and board member
• The impact of living openly on his career and leadership style
• How DVF has grown under his leadership as part of the Career Legal group

Anthony’s story is powerful, personal, and incredibly inspiring. It’s about resilience, honesty, and the importance of creating safe and inclusive spaces in recruitment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the RAG Podcast and Guest Introduction

01:28 Anthony's Journey: Coming Out and Career Choices

03:36 Career Path: From Recruitment to Managing Director

08:25 The Drive for Success: Personal Background and Motivation

11:19 Building Relationships in Recruitment: The Importance of Consistency

15:28 The Decision to Come Out: Personal Struggles and Growth

19:03 Navigating Life After Coming Out: Personal and Professional Changes

22:51 Integrating into the LGBTQ Community: New Experiences and Friendships

33:00 The Future of DVF Recruitment: Growth and Inclusion

48:58 Creating an Inclusive Environment in Recruitment

01:00:01 Looking Ahead: Future Plans for DVF and Personal Life

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