Benjamin Mena

The Elite Recruiter Podcast

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The Elite Recruiter Podcast is where top recruiters go to get better. Hosted by executive recruiter Benjamin Mena , this show dives deep into the stories, strategies, and mindsets of the most successful people in the industry — from $1M solo producers to 8+-figure agency founders. Each episode delivers real, tactical insights for high-performance recruiting: How elite recruiters build and scale Tools, tech stacks, and sourcing strategies Daily habits and workflows that drive million-dollar desks Lessons from failure, breakthrough wins, and mindset shifts What the best are doing next — and how...

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Benjamin Mena

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Starting a Recruitment Business: Lessons and Success Stories from Nicolas Greppo 11.07.2024

What does it take to transform a passion for recruitment into a thriving business? Discover the secrets behind Nicolas Greppo’s success in today’s episode! AI Recruiting Summit - https://ai-recruiting-summit.heysummit.com/ Finish The Year Strong Summit - https://finish-the-year-strong.heysummit.com/ Starting and scaling a recruitment business can be a daunting venture, especially with the myriad c...

From Fired, To Laid Off, to $1.6 Million In Her Own Firm with Sarah Englade 08.07.2024

Have you ever wondered how someone can turn the lowest points of their career into a multi-million-dollar success story? AI Recruiting Summit - https://ai-recruiting-summit.heysummit.com/ Finish The Year Strong Summit - https://finish-the-year-strong.heysummit.com/ In today's challenging job market, many professionals face the daunting reality of layoffs, career stagnation, or feeling like they're...

Humility, Success, and Leadership in Recruiting with Casey Jacox 02.07.2024

Are you ready to uncover the secrets of becoming a top recruiter and mastering your craft? In today's competitive recruitment landscape, the ability to consistently enhance your skills and build meaningful relationships is paramount. This episode addresses the ongoing challenge of maintaining a high level of performance and achieving continuous growth in your recruitment career. If you're striving...

Preparing for an AI-Driven Future with Alex Libre 27.06.2024

Are you prepared to navigate the rapid changes AI is bringing to the recruiting world and stay ahead of the curve? Join Benjamin Mena and special guest Alex Libre in this enlightening episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast as they delve into the transformative role of AI in recruitment. In an industry where finding the right talent is becoming increasingly complex, the ability to leverage AI tools...

Secrets to Successful Personal Branding with Darren Westall 25.06.2024

Are you struggling to make your mark in the competitive world of recruitment? What if you could transform your LinkedIn profile into a powerful magnet for top clients and candidates? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast is sponsored by heyMilo: https://www.heymilo.ai/ AI Recruiting Summit - https://ai-recruiting-summit.heysummit.com/ Finish The Year Strong Summit - https://finish-the-year-s...

Future of Recruiting: Technology, AI, and Community with Alex Papageorge 20.06.2024

Are you curious about how AI is revolutionizing the recruitment process and what it means for the future of your recruiting career? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast is sponsored by heyMilo: https://www.heymilo.ai/ Finish The Year Strong Summit - https://finish-the-year-strong.heysummit.com/ In today's fast-paced digital world, the recruitment landscape is rapidly evolving, with technolo...

Top Biller and Mindset Mastery with Andrea Rishmawi 17.06.2024

Are you ready to redefine your recruiting career and unlock the key to becoming a top biller while mastering the art of mindset? Finish The Year Strong Summit - https://finish-the-year-strong.heysummit.com/ In today's fiercely competitive recruiting world, professionals are constantly challenged to innovate their approaches to sales, marketing, and placements while maintaining a resilient and grow...

Mastering Content Creation for Recruiting: Insights with Chris Schwenk 13.06.2024

Are you struggling to create engaging content that attracts niche audiences and secures branded deals in the recruitment industry? In today’s crowded digital landscape, standout content is more crucial than ever for recruiters aiming to differentiate themselves and build meaningful relationships with potential clients. If you’ve been facing challenges with your content strategy, or unsure how to l...

How To Find Apex Clients with Mike Ames 10.06.2024

How to Find and Keep Your Apex Clients with Mike Ames Are you finding it tough to identify and retain those high-value clients who can propel your recruitment firm's success? **Interest**: Navigating the competitive landscape of recruitment requires more than just traditional methods. Today, securing those top-tier clients who drive a significant chunk of your revenue is critical. This episode pro...

How To Be A High Impact Recruiter with Andrew Lewis 06.06.2024

Have you ever wondered how some recruiters manage to make a significant impact across both agency and in-house roles? In this thrilling episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Andrew Lewis to unravel the secrets behind becoming a high-impact recruiter. Andrew, who transitioned from starting a successful branch in an agency to leading a talent acquisition team in t...

From Laid off on Maternity Leave to $500K Success in 9 months with Julia Arpag 04.06.2024

Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn a career setback into a half-million-dollar success story in less than a year? Many professionals find themselves facing unexpected career challenges, from being laid off to navigating the difficult balance between work and family responsibilities. This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast tackles these issues head-on by featuring Julia Arpag, a mom o...

Secrets of Cleared Recruiting with James Dyson 03.06.2024

Are you struggling to find top-tier candidates with security clearances for government contracting roles? Welcome to a vital episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, where we tackle one of the most challenging aspects of the recruiting world: sourcing cleared professionals for government contracts. In this episode, your hosts James Dyson and Benjamin Mena dive deep into strategies for effectively r...

Sourcing Hacks for Recruiters with Michael Rasmussen 31.05.2024

Are you tired of feeling like you’re always one step behind in finding the best candidates in today's competitive job market? In this enlightening episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena welcomes recruiting expert Michael Rasmussen to share his wealth of knowledge on modern sourcing hacks that can elevate your recruitment game. Amid the rapid changes in recruiting technology and...

How To Become An Elite Agency Recruiter with Dandan Zhu 28.05.2024

How can a competitive mindset and strategic work ethic turn your career in recruitment into a success story? Join host Benjamin Mena and guest Dandan Zhu as they delve into the world of elite agency recruitment in this compelling episode. Discover the key to thriving in the competitive landscape of the recruitment industry.   Are you an aspiring recruiter trying to navigate the cutthroat world of...

Grow, Build, and Scale Your Recruiting Firm with Jon Bartos 23.05.2024

Are you looking to elevate your recruiting firm amidst the evolving industry landscape but uncertain where to start? In this episode, we dive deep into the world of growing, building, and scaling your recruiting firm with industry expert, Jonathan Bartos. With changes in technology and the increasing importance of specialized roles like appointment setters and Recruiting Development Representative...

Doubling Your Billings through Contrarian Recruiting with Peter Leffkowitz Part 2 20.05.2024

Have you ever considered how a contrarian approach could turn your recruiting process from conventional to exceptional? Doubling Your Billings through Contrarian Recruiting with Peter Leffkowitz Part 2 In the competitive field of recruiting, time is often of the essence, yet rapid placements can lead to superficial matches that don't stand the test of time. Today’s recruiters face the dilemma of b...

Doubling Your Billings through Contrarian Recruiting with Peter Leffkowitz Part 1 20.05.2024

Have you ever considered how a contrarian approach could turn your recruiting process from conventional to exceptional? Doubling Your Billings through Contrarian Recruiting with Peter Leffkowitz Part 1 In the competitive field of recruiting, time is often of the essence, yet rapid placements can lead to superficial matches that don't stand the test of time. Today’s recruiters face the dilemma of b...

Homeless to Search Firm Owner: The Transformational Power of Recruiting with Pete Tomasko 15.05.2024

Have you ever wondered how someone can move from a life of homelessness to owning a successful business in a high-stakes industry? In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, we delve into the awe-inspiring journey of Pete Tomasko, whose path was fraught with challenges, including homelessness, addiction, and personal turmoil. This episode connects with listeners who find themselves facing wha...

The 7 Pillars of Effective Recruiting with Ben Browning 08.05.2024

Are you tired of the high turnover and fierce competition within the recruiting industry? Want to know the key strategies that differentiate thriving recruiters from the rest? In this compelling episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, our host Benjamin Mena is joined by recruiting expert Ben Browning, who unveils the intricacies of navigating the highly competitive UK recruiting market. With a ric...

How To Become A Millionaire Recruiter with Brianna Rooney 02.05.2024

Have you ever dreamt of turning your recruitment career into an opportunity where you can become a millionaire? What does it really take to elevate your game to the level of a millionaire recruiter? In this engaging episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, join us as we explore the journey of Brianna Rooney, who not only mastered the recruitment industry but also turned her expertise into a lucrati...

Data Mastery for Recruiters: How to Track and Transform into a Leader with Luke Eaton 30.04.2024

Have you ever considered how harnessing the power of data could elevate your role from a regular recruiter to an impactful recruitment leader?  As the recruitment industry becomes increasingly competitive, especially within the tech sector, the savvy use of data is transforming how recruiters operate. This episode addresses the urgent need for recruiters to enhance their data skills, ensuring they...

The Seven-Figure Playbook: Scaling Strategies for Elite Recruiters with Mark Whitby 23.04.2024

How do you transform your recruiting strategy into a powerhouse capable of consistently hitting the seven-figure mark? In today's recruitment landscape, simply working harder is no longer enough. Elite recruiters must work smarter, employing strategic scaling techniques to stay ahead in a cutthroat market. If you're struggling to differentiate your services, generate high-quality leads consistentl...

Being Different Is The Path To Success With Cas van Oort 18.04.2024

Do you ever wonder if taking a different lane in recruiting could set you apart and fuel your success? Dive into The Elite Recruiter Podcast's latest episode, featuring Cas van Oort, where the mantra "dare to be different" isn't just encouraged – it's exemplified. In an industry where many recruiters find it difficult to make their mark, Cas van Oort shares groundbreaking insights on how stepping...

From Fired to Launching His Own Firm with Weston Dowis 16.04.2024

Have you ever been blindsided by a job loss? Imagine transforming that low point into a pivotal career triumph. Join us as Weston Dowis reveals how getting fired was the catalyst for launching his own successful recruiting firm. In a challenging economic landscape where job security can seem like a relic of the past, the story of Weston Dowis resonates with anyone who has faced or fears profession...

Mastering Staffing Sales Without Cash Flow Constraints with Neil Lebovits 11.04.2024

Ever hit a roadblock in your staffing business because money seems tight? What if you could master the art of staffing sales and grow your business without the constant worry of cash flow? Tune in as industry titan Neil Lebovits reveals how. In today's rapidly changing economic climate, recruiters and staffing professionals grapple with the challenge of scaling businesses without sufficient cash r...

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