Recruiting from the Road
An Amazing Memory
From My Years with Goodwin Recruiting
Hiouchi, CA – adjacent to the Jedidiah Smith Redwood National Forest. We stayed a couple of months until it got cold. Great hikes to wild blackberries, the Redwood Forest, and the Smith River with more blackberries – all available on foot. Our four dogs LOVED the wild blackberries. Explored the Southern Oregon coast and Crescent City, CA.
From Horses to Bots, Jim’s Journey Continues
Growing up on horse ranches in Southern California, I learned the values of grit and hard work from an early age. My family was deeply involved in ranching, horse training, horsemanship, and veterinary care, a background that taught me the true meaning of dedication.
In my late teens, I became a “Mountain Cowboy,” at the Garner Ranch outside of Idyllwild, CA, and from there, life led me on an expansive journey—from serving in the Air Force, and touring Texas, to roles in retail management, real estate brokerage, and Inn ownership, coincidentally, in Idyllwild.
These experiences eventually brought me to a fulfilling 11-year career in recruiting, where I connected people with client opportunities and saw countless careers flourish, and companies thrive.
Now, as I prepare to retire from recruiting at the end of 2024, I’m excited to focus on a new chapter with AI-Powered SmartSites and VenBot, two AI-driven solutions I developed to help small businesses grow, streamline operations, and enhance customer engagement.
This site is where I’ll continue sharing personal development insights, resources, and reflections from my journey.
Picture This!
Kid Cowboy to 2013
Jim’s Bronzed Baby Shoes 
Jim and his dad 
Sgt Jim, NCOIC, Environmental Health Services 
AIC Jim 
An event a our Quiet Creek Inn 
Guest Group at Quiet Creek Inn 
Political fundraising event at Quiet Creek Inn 
Atop Tahquitz Peak – View Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley and to the Pacific Ocean looking West 
San Jacinto Peak, Idyllwild 
Jim in Idyllwild taken by our Quiet Creek Inn Yoga Instructor. 
Received Essence of Idyllwild Award 2011
Goodwin Recruiting Era
Goodwin Recruiting Interview: Dressed for Success Palm Springs Office 
With colleague, Patrick, visiting an LA client 
My first attempt working from the road in a cross-country trip in a borrowed Class A – Spring 2016 3 Years on the Road Off from 2016ice Working after hours with dogs in lap 
Fairplay, CO – 10,000 feet elevation! 
Duffy & I met with colleague Stephanie Weedman and husband John for brunch 1/2 way between Fairplay & Colorado Springs Duffy and I met Amanda Weedman, and husband Jim in Fairplay, and subsequently had brunch at their home in Conifer with Regional, Jamie Schreck Tucson Office as of 2019 
Working from our new home in Tucson. Phoenix Colleagues at Regional, Joy’s Home Local Team Joy enjoying a holiday brunch at Joy’s home 
Helena, Duffy, friend Patty, me, and Kenji at an Iron Chef Event Colleague, Kenji, wife Helena, son Eli, Duffy, and Me at Kingfisher Duffy and me at Kenji & Helena’s Home 
Kenji, Helena, Duffy, and me at Avici 
Embracing my inner-cowboy. Cranked up my YouTube Channel. Goodwin Recruiting Awards
An Outside Observer on Overcoming Challenges
Jim Newcomb’s journey is filled with resilience, dedication, and inspiring moments. Jim has turned his dreams into reality, whether it was traveling the world or working remotely. His journey teaches us that challenges are temporary, and anything is possible with the right mindset and passion. Jim’s work and life experiences show us that everything is achievable when you follow your passion, no matter where you are in life. His story inspires us to chase our dreams, no matter the obstacles or stage we’re at.