My 4S System transforms chaos into clarity. It’s a comprehensive yet flexible framework that builds strategy, systems, sales, and staffing capabilities—helping you scale with confidence, structure, and results.
As a mentor to Recruitment Business leaders, I guide you on how to maximise your business performance, attract and retain top talent and expand your business in a profitable manner.
Can you relate?
Business Not Performing?
Are you stuck in the trenches of your business, firefighting instead of leading?
Business Structure is Missing?
Does your business rely on you being at the centre of every decision, every sale, every problem?
Lacking a Business Growth Plan?
Is business growth feeling chaotic, unclear, or unsustainable?
Why not review your business and leadership skillset?
Build
Structure, Strategy, and Systems for Sustainable Growth
We’ll create a clear roadmap for your business—ensuring you have the right processes, the right people in the right roles, and a structure that supports scalable growth.
Lead
Empowered Leadership with Clarity and Confidence
Step out of the day-to-day firefighting and into a leadership role where you guide, inspire, and drive results without being the bottleneck.
Grow
Accountable Progress,
Measurable Results
With milestones, triggers, and a focus on outcomes, we’ll ensure your business stays on track to hit financial goals and strategic objectives.
“I help recruitment leaders escape the overwhelm of doing it all, build resilient teams, and create structures that drive sustainable growth. With over three decades of experience, I’ll challenge your thinking, sharpen your strategy, and hold you accountable—so your business works for you, not the other way around.”
Karen Haywood
What can I do to improve your recruitment business?
“… in our first year of working together, we have achieved a
£3 million increase in turnover…”
TESTIMONIALS
Karen is a fantastic leader and mentor. Without her support, training, and guidance, my business would not be in the strong position it is today! Development and growth are key factors of working with Karen, and this shows in her structured approach when mentoring you and your business team. I cannot recommend Karen enough for her strength, ability, and support and look forward to continuing to work with her.
Business Owner
Recruitment Business
Karen’s strategic insights and hands-on approach have been instrumental in our growth. Her expertise in financial forecasting, sales development, and team accountability provided us with the clarity and structure we needed. Without Karen’s guidance, we wouldn’t have achieved our £6.1 million revenue growth or successfully expanded into a new sector.
Managing Director
KSB Recruitment
Karen’s support has been a game-changer. From improving team communication with a better commission structure to helping me stay focused and confident, she’s made such a difference. Our processes are sharper, our team is aligned, and I feel more in control as a leader. I’d recommend Karen to anyone who wants to see real progress in their business.
Business Owner
Fair Recruitment
Upcoming Event: Thursday 2nd October 2025
Structure Your Business to Make More Money
Think Bigger. Lead Braver. Build Smarter.
On Thursday 2nd October, join Karen Haywood for an exclusive full-day event designed for ambitious recruitment business owners who are ready to stop spinning plates and start scaling with purpose.
This transformational workshop will help you:
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Gain clarity on how to structure your agency for long-term growth
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Learn proven strategies to boost profitability without burning out
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Develop the confidence to lead with vision and purpose
Spaces are limited—secure your place today and take the first step towards building a business that works for you, not the other way around.
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