Joshua McAfee

Pioneer
DISC Type : IDS

Chief CareerWhisperer & Founder at CareerWhisperer

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Overview

Joshua McAfee is a four-time founder, tech investor, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author with nearly 30 years of experience in recruiting. Specializing in career coaching for executives, he helps leaders of high-growth companies build their teams. He studied Business at The Citadel and is described by colleagues as a genuine connector and trusted advisor.

Outside of his professional life, Joshua is a thankful and proud husband and father, a role he highlights as being critically important to him. He is passionate about helping people make great career decisions so they can lead fulfilled, abundant, and meaningful lives.

He is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of the book "Measure Up. "

Personality Overview

Friendly But Fast

Dynamic But Sincere

Decisive But Friendly

They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed  If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)

Topics They Care About

Executive Careers
As the founder of CareerWhisperer, his primary focus is helping executives, VPs, and Directors accelerate their career transitions and find roles where they can thrive.
Strategic Hiring
He advises high-growth companies on how to attract and retain top talent, often speaking on topics like growing tech teams and making a company irresistible to candidates.
Serial Entrepreneurship
Being a four-time founder who has built and sold a national tech staffing company, he has a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of building a business.

Media Appearances

About - CareerWhisperer. Featured in CareerWhisperer (official website)

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Work History

3-2020
Chief CareerWhisperer & Founder at CareerWhisperer
5-2018
Founder and Managing Partner at Humans Doing
5-2010
Recruiting and Career Transition Speaker at Joshua McAfee - Speaker
5-2000
Recruiting Outsourcing \ Insourcing Expert at Joshua McAfee - Recruiting Outsourcing \ Insourcing Specialist
2-2021 - 12-2023
WSJ & USA Today Bestselling Author at Measure Up, Intentionally Grow Your Employees & Career

Education

1990 - 1993
Business from The Citadel

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Exp : 23 Location : Atlanta, Georgia, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Chief CareerWhisperer & Founder at CareerWhisperer
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Insights For Selling To Joshua

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Mostly stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, but add some stories or anecdotes to it
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • During followups, use calls or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves
  • Don't lean very heavily into providing too much information, sharing whitepapers etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Joshua is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Joshua

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Joshua move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Joshua take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Joshua

Personality Compatibility


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