Interview with GOtalent CEO: Building respectful recruitment
Recruiting is no longer just about CVs and job titles – it’s about matching values, mindset, and long-term goals.
We spoke with Pranas Pernaravičius, CEO of GOtalent, about why respect is the foundation of successful teams, and what companies must get right if they want people to stay.
Meet Pranas
Before launching GOtalent, Pranas took an unconventional career path:
- He worked as an IT manager,
- Spent 7 years as a truck driver across Europe,
- Then became the Director of Driver Management at a leading logistics company.
Today, as CEO of GOtalent, he helps companies across Europe recruit not just truck drivers, but also technicians, electricians, mechanics, and other skilled professionals – helping people start a new job and a new life in Europe.
What does “respect” mean to you in recruitment?
Pranas:
I believe respect is about treating everyone equally – communicating clearly, sharing accurate information, and working together openly toward a shared goal.
That’s where real trust begins.
Why is this important for companies today?
Pranas:
Because workers today don’t change jobs for money anymore. But they will leave if they feel disrespected.
When people feel seen, respected, and valued for their time and effort, they’re far more likely to stay and give their best.
It’s not always about the paycheck. It’s about how people are treated.
How does GOtalent apply this internally?
Pranas:
We live by the same rules. And when we show respect, we get it back.
If a candidate refuses a test, gets offended by a skill check, or starts making demands because they “worked with big names” – that’s a red flag.
We want people who are not just skilled, but emotionally intelligent.
How someone responds to feedback tells us almost everything we need to know.
So what do companies gain by focusing on respect?
Pranas:
It’s simple:
- Lower turnover
- Higher performance
- Fewer unpleasant surprises
- Stronger teams
Recruitment isn’t a lottery. It’s a system.
And respect is the foundation of that system.
Final thought?
Pranas:
Ask yourself: Would you want to work in your company? If the answer is yes – the right people will want to stay to deliver real results.
Discover GOtalent
We connect the right people with trustworthy businesses across Europe.
For companies:
If you’re building a team in the Europe, we’re your partner to find skilled, motivated people who stay.
Right people. Real results. www.gotalent.eu/for-companies
For candidates:
Looking for a workplace where your skills are respected and your goals matter?
We’ll connect you with employers who value you.
New job. New life. Start here: www.gotalent.eu/jobs
