What makes a great recruiter? How do you build winning teams without burning out—or getting buried in LinkedIn spam?

In this episode, Aaron Levine sits down with Ted O’Brien, founder of Starbridge Partners and Proxima Search, for a brutally honest conversation about what really works in hiring, scaling startups, and creating cultures where people actually want to work.

💡 You’ll hear:

• Why generic job ads fail (and what works instead)

• The real deal on hybrid work, remote roles, and office culture

• How Proxima Search helps startups scale smartly

• Tips for choosing the right recruiter—and avoiding red flags

• A fun dive into day trading, risk psychology, and why it all ties back to recruiting

Whether you're building a business, growing your team, or rethinking your next career move—this one’s packed with real-world advice and fresh perspective.

🎧 Tune in now—because who you work with truly matters.