Mindset: The Difference Between Average and Outstanding

What Mindset Really Means

Mindset isn’t about thinking positive all the time. It’s about:

Resilience – taking hits, setbacks, and rejection, and coming back harder.
Discipline – showing up on the tough days, not just the good ones.
Growth – choosing to learn, adapt, and keep raising your game.
Ownership – no excuses, no hiding, just straight accountability.

Why It Matters in Recruitment (and Life)

Recruitment is not for the faint-hearted. It’s rejection-heavy, target-driven, and fast-paced. Without the right mindset, people crack. With the right mindset, they thrive.

But this isn’t just about recruitment. Mindset shapes:

How you show up in your job.
How you lead your family.
How you back yourself when everything feels stacked against you.

MAP Mentality

We believe in building a culture where mindset is non-negotiable. At MAP, it’s:

Performance-first. Every action has an outcome.
Values-led. Loyalty, honesty, passion, teamwork, authenticity.
No shortcuts. The journey matters as much as the result.

We call it the MAP Mentality—and it’s what drives us to deliver for our clients, our candidates, and each other.

Mindset is the foundation. Skills can be trained. Knowledge can be taught. But mindset—the resilience, discipline, and hunger to keep going—that’s what creates success.

At MAP, we don’t just talk about it. We live it. Every day.

🖤 Success is a journey. We create the MAP 🖤

"As a candidate looking for work, MAP helped me out on getting my current job as a tech lead.

During those days MAP called me regularly to give me clear information and suggestions on the company / the position I was applying and the whole hiring process.

MAP has been looking after my journey all the time since I joined and he is one of the most professional guys in his industry to work with.

Thank you MAP for your sincere support and for anyone who wants to find a new start in the career I would always recommend to reach out to MAP for your next step."

Liwen Chen - Technical Lead @ Westpac

"If you’re looking for a recruiter in the data space, I highly recommend MAP TALENT.

As a candidate I found MAP are approachable and provided great guidance throughout the process.

I really appreciated his support in making the whole experience smooth and stress-free"

Alan Nguyen @ Ausgrid

"As a candidate, straight out of the gate, MAP were open and honest with me.

Once I'd established that trust with MAP, it was easy to be upfront with him about my expectations.

MAP don't just acknowledge them, they fought for them on my behalf in a respectful but determined way.

It's those 1% things that can make the world of difference.

Regardless of the outcome, you are in good hands when you are working with MAP"

Jardian Ormsby - Director of Product @ Kayo Sports

"I want to express my gratitude to MAP for his incredible support.

From our first conversation, they were kind, professional, friendly, and attentive.

MAP kept me informed every step of the way, answered all my questions promptly, and made the entire experience smooth and positive.

Thank you again, MAP — I truly appreciated your guidance!"

Romina Abasto - Designer @ Livestock

"MAP was a revelation to work with. After meeting several recruitment companies.

MAP was the last in the door but the first to deliver. They are always responsive and followed through on their promises.

I would recommend MAP without hesitation."

Steven Davidson - Senior Delivery Manager @ Telstra

"MAP are true professionals and champions for the talent they represent... that’s how I describe MAP

MAP dedication and passion for his craft ensure that the talent they represent is always positioned for success.

MAP have approachability, loyalty, and unwavering commitment make them exceptional and trusted partner in the hiring process.

I highly recommend MAP to anyone seeking a recruitment group that delivers exceptional results with professionalism and care.
"

Vincent Wijangco - Senior Business Analyst @ Nine

Mindset: The Difference Between Average and Outstanding

What Mindset Really Means

Why It Matters in Recruitment (and Life)

MAP Mentality

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"If you’re looking for a recruiter in the data space, I highly recommend MAP TALENT. As a candidate I found MAP are approachable and provided great guidance throughout the process. I really appreciated his support in making the whole experience smooth and stress-free"

"MAP was a revelation to work with. After meeting several recruitment companies. MAP was the last in the door but the first to deliver. They are always responsive and followed through on their promises. I would recommend MAP without hesitation."

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Insights

"If you’re looking for a recruiter in the data space, I highly recommend MAP TALENT.

As a candidate I found MAP are approachable and provided great guidance throughout the process.

I really appreciated his support in making the whole experience smooth and stress-free"

"MAP was a revelation to work with. After meeting several recruitment companies.

MAP was the last in the door but the first to deliver. They are always responsive and followed through on their promises.

I would recommend MAP without hesitation."