Most companies struggle to hire top talent not because they lack opportunity—but because they rely on outdated, expensive recruiting models. In this episode of The Vault Unlocked , Kayvon Kay sits down with Walter Sabrin, founder of HireFinder and executive at Venture Employer Solutions, to uncover how small and mid-sized businesses can finally compete with Fortune 500 firms in the war for talent—without paying outrageous 25–30% recruiting fees. With nearly two decades in talent acquisition, Walter has seen it all—from $50,000 recruiter commissions to small businesses losing their best hires because they couldn't afford to play the same game. Now, he's flipping the entire recruiting model on its head with a cost-effective, fully customizable hiring system designed for scalability and retention. Together, Kayvon and Walter break down how to attract A-players, what most companies get wrong about hiring, and why the future of recruiting is about long-term relationships—not one-time placements. If you've ever felt trapped by bad hires, bloated costs, or HR headaches, this episode is your blueprint for hiring smarter, faster, and more affordably. You'll discover: ✓ The truth behind traditional recruiter fees and why they keep small businesses stuck ✓ How HireFinder's "team of three recruiters" model levels the playing field for SMBs ✓ Why culture and communication matter more than cash for retention ✓ How to scale your team without locking into expensive long-term contracts ✓ The post-COVID shift in employee priorities—and how to hire with that in mind ✓ Real insights from 140,000+ client companies on what makes great hiring sustainable

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