
The Elite Recruiter Podcast
The Elite Recruiter Podcast is the number one podcast for recruiting professionals.
This is where the top recruiters share: How they got there. What kind of work did it take. Tips, Tools, and Tricks. The Mindset needed to get them to where they are. What they are doing with their success. Goals and visions for the future. So please join me on this journey as I interview some of the best in our industry.
Benjamin Mena
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Latest episodes

Jan 20, 2025 • 50min
Extreme Ownership in Recruiting: Success Guide with Brad Wilson
How do you thrive as a recruiter amid market shifts and uncertainties? Learn from an expert who’s mastered the art of adaptation.
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The recruiting world is ever-changing, especially in niche sectors like government contracting. Whether you're a seasoned recruiter or just getting started, the ability to adapt to market fluctuations is crucial for success. This episode dives into Brad Wilson's journey, shedding light on the strategies he used to pivot and excel during significant market shifts. His experiences and insights are invaluable for anyone looking to enhance their recruiting strategies and secure consistent wins.
Navigating Market Shifts: Discover how Brad Wilson successfully adapted his recruiting methods amidst drastic market changes. His approach will provide you with practical strategies to realign your processes and stay ahead of the curve.Leveraging Technology and AI: Uncover the benefits and limitations of using AI and other tech tools in recruiting. Brad’s insights will help you streamline your operations and make more informed decisions about the tools you incorporate into your workflow.Focus on Key Metrics: Learn about the importance of identifying and consistently tracking key performance metrics. Brad shares how maintaining these metrics has not only guided his daily activities but also driven his long-term success.
Tune in to this episode now to harness the power of resilience and strategic adaptation in recruiting, and apply these expert insights to navigate your own market challenges successfully!
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Jan 9, 2025 • 54min
Million-Dollar Momentum: Breaking the $500K Plateau to Reach $1.5 Million with Justis Pederson
Breaking Through Barriers in Recruitment: Million-Dollar Momentum with Justis Pederson
Are you stuck in your recruitment career, yearning to break through that $500K income plateau and catapult yourself to $1.5 million and beyond?
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In this episode of "The Elite Recruiter Podcast," Host Benjamin Mena dives deep with Justis Pederson about shattering career ceilings and transforming personal struggles into professional triumphs. Whether you're struggling with stagnant growth or searching for innovative strategies to redefine your recruitment practice, this episode has vital insights. Justis’s journey from the grip of alcoholism to a successful digital-led business transformation echoes the challenges many recruiters face today, making his story incredibly relatable and inspiring.
Vulnerability and Mastering Sobriety: Listeners will discover how opening up about personal battles, like Justis's journey to sobriety, can unexpectedly enhance your professional clarity and performance. Sobriety not only propelled Justis toward weight loss and spiritual growth but also sharpened his business focus.Digital Transformation and Specialized Recruiting: The episode elaborates on the significant impact of digital strategies and specialized industry focus for attracting inbound leads. Discover how Justis and his wife transitioned their company’s approach from cold calling to leveraging content creation, which led to an exponential business growth from $500,000 to $1.5 million annually.Adopting Resilience and Leveraging Tools: Justis’s story is a testament to resilience, showcasing how overcoming fears and embracing digital tools can revolutionize your recruiting practice. Learn about "Warmly," an effective lead tracking tool that brought substantial ROI and how specialized recruitment focused on niches like the construction industry can set you apart.
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Tune into this transformative episode now to uncover how you too can break through professional barriers and elevate your recruitment business to new heights.
Play the episode and start your journey toward recruitment excellence today!
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Jan 6, 2025 • 58min
$2.4 Million Year: Business Development Mastery with Mike Anderson
Join Mike Anderson, a recruiting powerhouse who raked in $2.4 million annually, as he shares his journey from chaos to clarity. He discusses the transformative power of sobriety and the importance of building unshakable, authentic relationships. Mike dives into creative recruiting strategies, including using candidate clones, and emphasizes how integrity can drive business success. His insights on embracing unexpected opportunities and nurturing connections offer invaluable lessons for anyone in the recruiting field.

Dec 23, 2024 • 56min
Be a Bold, Unorthodox, and Unstoppable Recruiter with Shaun Hervey
Ever wondered how thinking outside the box can transform your recruiting career and help you land high-profile contracts?
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In the fast-paced world of recruitment, sticking to conventional methods can leave you struggling to stand out and connect with top talent. Recruiters often face the challenge of breaking through the noise, engaging candidates meaningfully, and building lasting business relationships. This episode dives deep into these issues and more, as Shaun Hervey shares his bold and unconventional journey from selling SkyMiles at an airport kiosk to becoming a pioneering force in the recruitment industry with his own firm, Arkham Talent.
Transformative Insights: Discover how Shaun transitioned from door-to-door sales to a flourishing recruiting career, mastering both the sales and recruiting sides of the business. Hear his compelling story of landing a game-changing contract with Snapple through sheer persistence and dedication.Content Creation Mastery: Learn the secrets behind Shaun's innovative use of social media platforms like TikTok. Understand how his engaging, commercial-style videos led to tangible job placements and how you can apply similar strategies to enhance your recruitment efforts.Networking and Genuine Connections: Explore the pivotal role of maintaining genuine relationships in recruitment. Shaun shares his methods for leveraging personal and professional networks to secure business opportunities and the critical importance of knowing when to walk away from non-productive client engagements.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your recruitment strategy—click play now to listen to Shaun Hervey's expert tips on becoming a bold, unorthodox, and unstoppable recruiter, only on "The Elite Recruiter Podcast."
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Dec 19, 2024 • 57min
Secrets to Scaling: Mike Williams on Recruiting Success, Startup Challenges, and Building a Rockstar Team
Curious how top recruiters transform from solo operators into leaders of thriving teams? Want to uncover the secrets that can help you scale your own recruiting business?
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In this insightful episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, Benjamin Mena sits down with Mike Williams to delve deep into the tactical and strategic moves that propelled his recruiting business from a single-person operation to a flourishing company. As many recruiters face the daunting prospect of expanding their operations, Mike provides crucial insights into overcoming these barriers. This episode targets anyone looking to grow their recruitment agency, tackling everything from initial hiring fears, training new recruits effectively, to managing a growing team while maintaining high personal billings.
Navigating Initial Hiring Hurdles: Mike Williams sheds light on the critical steps he took to address the fears and practical issues of hiring his first employee. He discusses the importance of saving a financial cushion, the complexities of non-compete clauses, and how to establish foundational processes like commission plans and payroll systems to support business growth.Innovative Training Techniques: One of the standout insights Mike shares is the "on the hip training" method. Inspired by industry veteran Aaron Opalewski, this approach involves new hires listening and learning directly from seasoned recruiters. This hands-on mentoring is crucial for quick skill acquisition and adapting to the fast-paced recruiting environment.Cultivating Trust and a Positive Culture: Mike emphasizes the necessity of fostering trust within your team by leading with transparency and consistency. He explains the significant impact of committing to your promises, which not only motivates employees but also establishes a solid and cohesive team culture that propels the whole business forward.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and transformative strategies from Mike Williams. Listen now to uncover how you can overcome early-stage hurdles, implement effective training, and build a highly successful recruiting team!
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Dec 16, 2024 • 57min
Zero to $41 Million in Five Years: Building Elite Recruiters with $800K Desks featuring Adrian Byra
Are you wondering how a recruitment firm can skyrocket from zero to $41 million in just five years while maintaining an average desk value of $800K?
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In a rapidly evolving recruitment industry, the challenge of balancing high performance with sustainable growth is more relevant than ever. In this captivating episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, we delve into the success story of Adrian Byra and his extraordinary journey. If you're aiming to forge a recruitment team that excels, this episode is packed with actionable insights, from process optimization to advanced automation, each designed to tackle the common pitfalls recruiters face today.
Developing Foolproof Systems: Learn the power of creating foolproof systems to organize and map data effectively, ensuring your team can operate seamlessly and focus on core recruitment activities like phone calls and client meetings.Task Automation and AI Utilization: Discover how evaluating tasks for potential automation or outsourcing can liberate your recruiters from mundane administrative duties, allowing more time for impactful recruitment activities and increasing overall productivity.Creating a Culture of Consistent Growth: Understand the importance of continuous improvement through weekly sessions aimed at identifying and eliminating distractions. Learn how aligning individual aspirations with company goals can lead to mutual growth and exceptional performance.
Don't miss out on the secrets to transforming your recruitment team into elite performers—tune into this valuable episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast now and start your journey towards unparalleled success in the recruitment industry!
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Dec 12, 2024 • 1h 4min
From Scarcity to Success: Grace Marlin’s Roadmap to Becoming the Top Recruiter in Your Agency
If you're hitting roadblocks in your recruitment career or struggling to close deals effectively, this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast is tailored for you. Grace Marlin's journey from early financial struggles to leading a successful recruitment agency provides invaluable insights into navigating the volatile recruitment market, building a high-quality network, and implementing effective strategies to ensure sustained success. This episode addresses common challenges such as client management, overcoming setbacks, and career frustrations, offering practical steps to enhance your recruitment skills and professional growth.
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Expert Strategies for Success:
Learn how Grace Marlin applies the 80/20 rule to maximize efficiency, focusing on core clients and candidates that drive more deals. By emulating her methods, you'll understand how to streamline your recruitment process and work smarter, not harder.
Building a High-Quality Network:
Grace shares her secrets for constructing a robust professional network, emphasizing the importance of patience, continuous improvement, and viewing your recruitment desk as a business. This will help you engage clients effectively and establish your authority in the market.
Handling Industry Challenges:
Discover how to tackle recruiter burnout, navigate economic fluctuations, and develop emotional resilience. Grace's personal anecdotes and professional tips will inspire you to bounce back from setbacks and reaffirm your commitment to the industry.
Tune in to this inspiring episode now and equip yourself with the insights and strategies that can transform your recruitment career from scarcity to success!
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Dec 9, 2024 • 46min
Why RecOps is Crucial for Modern Recruiting Success with Jeremy Lyons
Have you ever wondered how the often-overlooked realm of recruiting operations (RecOps) could be the key to unlocking ultimate efficiency and success in your recruitment process?
In the rapidly evolving field of recruitment, businesses face immense pressure to optimize their hiring processes and manage their workforce effectively. Common issues such as inefficient recruitment workflows, misaligned departmental goals, and the strain of juggling multiple roles can hinder growth. In this episode, Jeremy Lyons, a leader in the RecOps space, sheds light on how mastering recruiting operations can address these challenges, offering tangible strategies to refine and streamline your recruitment efforts while strengthening your company’s overall talent management.
Understanding Critical Roles: Jeremy explains the crucial distinction between recruiting operations (RecOps) and people operations (People Ops), illustrating how each plays a unique part in employee management and responding to layoffs. This clarity helps businesses allocate responsibilities more effectively, improving overall organizational structure.Leveraging AI and Data Analytics: Learn how advancements in AI and the strategic use of data analytics can enhance recruitment efficiency. Jeremy delves into how these tools can aid in training, compliance monitoring, and transforming recruitment operations into strategic business partnerships, ensuring that your recruitment processes are data-driven and forward-thinking.Career Advancement and Practical Advice: For recruiters aspiring to transition into RecOps, Jeremy provides actionable advice on focusing on system design, automation, and the importance of data storytelling. His guidance on managing career goals and engaging in open conversations with managers offers a roadmap for professional growth within the recruitment landscape.
Don't miss out on these game-changing insights – listen to this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast now and discover how RecOps can revolutionize your recruitment process for unparalleled success!
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Dec 5, 2024 • 47min
From Launching Her Own Firm To Inc 5000 Recruitment Firm Owner with Sharon Bondurant
Are you a recruiter or entrepreneur looking to turn your passion into a highly successful business? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast holds the roadmap to your success!
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Join host Benjamin Mena as he delves deep with Sharon Bondurant, a remarkable success story of a recruiter who built her firm from the ground up, ultimately earning a coveted spot on the Inc 5000 list. This episode is packed with actionable insights on overcoming entrepreneurial challenges, setting big goals, and leveraging passion to establish trust and credibility with clients and candidates.
Is your recruitment business struggling with sustainable growth, or are you contemplating starting your own firm but uncertain about the hurdles ahead? Sharon's journey is incredibly relevant as she underscores the importance of taking action without over-complicating processes—a universal struggle for many budding entrepreneurs.
Strategic Goals and Business Planning: Sharon breaks down her methodology of annual business planning and quarterly SWOT analysis to keep her company agile and aligned with evolving personal and professional circumstances.Authentic Networking and Relationship Building: Learn how maintaining genuine professional relationships and leveraging authenticity can foster trust and open new opportunities, crucial for both new and experienced recruiters.Overcoming Self-Imposed Limitations: Sharon shares transformative insights from influential books like "The E Myth" and "The Big Leap," and emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and persistence in conquering fears and realizing your full potential.
To experience Sharon Bondurant's incredible journey firsthand and glean strategies to propel your recruiting career or business to new heights, tune in now to The Elite Recruiter Podcast and transform your career!
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Dec 2, 2024 • 1h 3min
From Zero to $100,000 Months with Kyle Rubattino and Joe Walsh
Have you ever wondered how a recruitment business can scale from a modest $3,000 to an impressive $100,000 in monthly recurring revenue within just a few months?
In today's fast-paced business environment, many recruitment professionals and startup founders face the challenge of rapidly expanding their teams while maintaining quality and efficiency. This episode dives into the practical steps and strategies that can transform a modest recruitment operation into a highly effective engine of growth, leading to substantial financial success and organizational expansion.
Insights from Experts Who've Scaled Big: Learn from Kyle Rubattino and Joe Walsh, who share their firsthand experiences and practical advice on scaling a business from scratch. With backgrounds in expanding companies like Uber and other notable tech firms, these insights are invaluable for anyone aiming to grow their recruitment business.Strategic Partnership Benefits: Discover the real power of forming strategic partnerships that complement your strengths and fill your gaps. Kyle and Joe offer a deep dive into their partnership's dynamics, revealing how their complementary skills in finance, operations, and talent recruitment have driven their success.Proven Recruitment Tools and Techniques: Get acquainted with the latest recruitment tools that leverage AI for sourcing candidates and improving business development. Kyle and Joe also provide actionable advice on refining interview processes, candidate tracking, and understanding fundamental industry trends to stay ahead.
Tune into this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast to uncover the secrets behind achieving monumental growth in the recruitment business from the experts who have done it themselves—hit play now to transform your own recruitment strategy!
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