Apr 14

#27. Quinntessential Questions with Elton Apps: A Career in Recruitment, HR & Financial Planning

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In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, we sit down with Elton Apps whose career journey spans recruitment, HR, finance & insurance and entrepreneurship. From being born in Malta, to growing up in Indonesia and Singapore and studying political science to working in the finance industry for close to two decades - our guest shares key lessons from his diverse experiences.

We explore the transition into recruitment, including working with Paul, understanding introverts in sales, the importance of sales training, and the biggest takeaways from the industry. Plus, we dive into moving from agency to in-house recruitment, shaking things up in the industry, and the challenges and rewards of working for yourself.

If you're interested in career transitions, recruitment insights, or the mindset needed to succeed in business, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

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Guest Bio

Elton Apps is a financial consultant and talent strategist with a unique blend of experience across financial planning, executive search, and human resources. With decades of experience advising professionals through career transitions, he now specialises in helping mid-career individuals align their personal financial goals with the realities of today’s dynamic working world.

LinkedIn

Email: eltonpaulapps@pruadviser.com.sg

Minutes

(00:00) Intro 
(01:25) Growing in Singapore and Indonesia 
(07:08) Boarding School 
(10:42) Studying Political Science 
(13:01) Working with Dad 
(14:37) Joining Shipping 
(21:59) Eurasian Association 
(22:49) Starting in Recruitment with Paul 
(30:47) Dealing with People 
(34:28) Perspective of Introverts 
(35:39) Introverts as Salespeople 
(36:49) Standout Qualities 
(37:30) Importance of Sales Training 
(41:05) Attention to Detail 
(41:49) Takeaways from Recruitment 
(48:23) Moving to In-House Recruitment 
(1:07:19) Shaking Things Up 
(1:12:03) Working For Yourself 
(1:17:44) Outside of Work