#30 - Ryan Goodridge, Managing Associate, Technology Practice, ZRG

In this episode, Ryan shares how he went from campus recruiting to executive search and why he loves the relationship-driven nature of VP to C-suite hiring in B2B enterprise software. He breaks down what top executives do differently, including crisp storytelling of impact and a repeatable playbook. He also offers practical advice for leaders switching industries, including when to step back in scope to gain credibility. You will also hear why networking beats cold applications at the executive level and how to work with VC and PE talent partners. Ryan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryangood91321/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.zrgpartners.com/