Are you ready to learn what it really takes to make a million-dollar comeback—even when life throws its toughest challenges at you? In this powerful episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with renowned recruiter Rich Bradley, who opens up about his journey through 43 years in the business, his battle with cancer, and what it took to rebuild after a life-changing diagnosis. For recruiters, agency owners, and professionals facing setbacks or searching for the next big...
Jul 09, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 249
Are you ready to defy the downturn and grow your recruiting business while the rest of the industry struggles? With the staffing and recruiting world facing its toughest challenges in years, many agencies are treading water or worse—shrinking. But what if you could unlock tactics and mindset shifts to not just survive, but thrive when everyone else is falling behind? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast dives deep into exactly that, bringing you proven strategies from Steven Farrell—an ex...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 248
Are you still relying on cold calls and traditional sales to grow your recruiting business while others are closing million-dollar deals through inbound leads on LinkedIn? With the rapid evolution of recruiting, it’s become clear that personal branding and thought leadership on LinkedIn drive real results—filling desks with inbound business, enhancing credibility, and helping recruiters stand out in a crowded market. In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena welcomes bac...
Jun 30, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 247
Are you ready to discover how one bold leap of faith can launch your recruiting career to six figures—even if you’re a military spouse or starting from scratch? Many recruiters—and especially military spouses—struggle to build a stable, thriving career that can move with them, offer financial independence, and allow personal fulfillment. In today’s competitive landscape, the ability to start and build a successful recruiting agency from anywhere is a game-changer. If you’re seeking freedom, flex...
Jun 25, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 246
Are you ready to discover the secrets behind going from zero to $100 million in eight years—while future-proofing your recruiting business with AI? If you’re in recruiting or staffing, you already know how fierce the competition is, the struggle to build high-performing teams, and the pressure to adapt as AI transforms the industry. But what if you could learn directly from someone who’s led the charge—scaling a bootstrapped firm to massive revenues and pioneering new AI-driven approaches to rec...
Jun 18, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 245
Are you ready to discover how a group of determined women transformed a living room startup into a $6 million legal recruiting powerhouse — all during a global crisis? In this episode of the Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Aida C. Rodriguez, the founder of Ascension Global Staffing and Executive Search. Together, they unpack how building a winning team, especially in the high-stakes world of legal recruiting, can lead to extraordinary business growth—even when starting...
Jun 12, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 244
Are you struggling to bounce back from setbacks in your recruiting career, wondering how top recruiters cultivate the resilience to thrive no matter what challenges come their way? In today’s recruiting landscape, high-pressure environments, economic fluctuations, and constant rejection can lead to burnout or even make you second-guess your place in the industry. If you're looking to build a long-lasting career, you've probably realized that mastering resilience isn't just a “nice to have”—it’s ...
Jun 10, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 243
Are you a recruiter dreaming of building a wildly profitable desk while traveling the world as a digital nomad—but not sure where to start? The latest episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast uncovers the real strategies behind remote recruiting success, featuring Ashley Woods, who built a $10M+ desk while exploring 45 countries. If you've ever felt chained to your desk, burned out by endless tasks, or uncertain how to scale and streamline your recruiting business, this conversation is your bluepr...
Jun 04, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 242
Are you ready for the future of recruiting, or will you wake up wondering what just happened as AI and automation transform the industry overnight? As recruiters, leaders, and agency owners, we all strive to stay ahead—yet keeping up with evolving tech like AI and automation can feel overwhelming. In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena and tech-forward guest Sam Kuehnle dive deep into what it means to build a future-proof recruiting tech stack. From the frustrations o...
May 29, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 241
Are you ready to turn a layoff into your biggest career breakthrough and finally launch your own recruiting agency—even if you have a family, financial worries, or zero prior leadership experience? If you’re a recruiter or talent professional dreaming of starting your own agency, you already know how intimidating that leap can feel: the risk, the need for capital, securing clients, and balancing it all with family life. With so many recruiters thinking about going solo but stalling out at the st...
May 26, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 240
Are you ready to become an AI-powered "super recruiter" and future-proof your success as the recruiting landscape transforms before your eyes? In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Steven Lu, CEO and co-founder of pin.com, for a candid, energetic conversation about the real impact of AI in recruiting—and what it genuinely means for recruiters right now. As AI tools proliferate and many recruiters worry about automation, this episode zeros in on how you...
May 21, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 239
Are you ready to break through your recruiting revenue plateau—even in a tough market? If lately you’ve felt the recruiting industry is flooded with noise about market slowdowns, outdated cold calling, and not getting responses from mass emails, you’re not alone. But what if you could tune out the negativity and actually hit your biggest month ever? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast reveals how real top biller Rich Rosen managed a $300K month in an uncertain market—and exactly how you ...
May 15, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 238
Are you ready to future-proof your recruiting career by mastering the latest industry trends, critical legislation changes, and must-have growth strategies? Whether you're a new recruiter trying to break into the industry or a seasoned professional striving to stay ahead, this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast with guest Trinette Cunningham — CEO of the National Association of Personnel Services—dives deep into the evolving world of recruitment. In today’s market, rapid shifts in technology...
May 12, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 237
Are shiny new recruiting tools distracting you from what actually drives placements and revenue? In today’s recruiting world, it’s easy to get swept away by AI hype and the avalanche of new tech promising to transform your desk. But here’s the hard truth: many recruiters are stuck in “shiny object syndrome,” wasting precious time exploring the next big thing instead of consistently executing the proven systems that actually build their business. In this value-packed episode of The Elite Recruite...
May 07, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 236
AI, automation, and remote work aren’t future buzzwords—they’re impacting recruitment right now. In this actionable episode of the Elite Recruiter Podcast, “The Future of Recruitment: AI Talent Partners, Remote Scaling & Winning in 2025 with James Blackwell,” host Benjamin Mena teams up with recruitment thought leader James Blackwell to break down the exact changes happening in the talent acquisition industry. Whether you’re a recruitment founder struggling to keep up or a solo recruiter aim...
May 01, 2025•59 min•Season 1Ep. 235
Ever wondered why some recruiting partnerships skyrocket while others hit a wall? Are you missing a golden opportunity by not understanding the real needs of internal talent teams? This episode is sponsored by The Agency Blueprint – the go-to coaching program for recruiters who want to scale without the chaos. In this value-packed episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Kaylee Estes (she/her), who’s lived every facet of the recruiting world: agency, internal, an...
Apr 28, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 234
Have you ever asked yourself what it really takes to break away from a decade-long career at a recruiting firm, step out on your own, and land new clients right from the start—even when the salary, security, and a promised succession plan suddenly disappear? If you're a recruiter frustrated by stagnant growth, office politics, or waiting for a buy-in that's always just out of reach, this episode goes straight to the heart of your dilemma. In today’s competitive recruiting world, waiting for perm...
Apr 24, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 233
Are you ready to discover how relentless perseverance and a growth mindset can turn $12,000 in revenue—and zero connections—into a multi-million dollar staffing business in the heart of America? For recruiters, staffing entrepreneurs, or anyone navigating the challenges of being an immigrant in business, Ranjith Ravula’s journey is a living example of what’s possible against seemingly impossible odds. If you’re tired of the same old stories about overnight success and are looking for real, actio...
Apr 21, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 232
Are you ready to discover the secret to landing $200K+ clients through LinkedIn DMs—and scaling your recruiting business to nearly $900K in your very first year? If you’re a recruiter, agency owner, or anyone trying to break through the noise of today’s competitive talent market, you know how tough it is to win high-value clients, stand out online, and keep your pipeline full. In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with recruiting powerhouse Katherine Jerald...
Apr 17, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 231
Mastering the Sales Game with Tom Erb Are you ready to turn your recruiting desk from zero to hero in just 10 weeks? Discover the proven blueprint for sales success in the recruiting industry with insights from industry legend, Tom Erb. In today's fast-paced recruiting world, recruiters face the challenge of getting noticed and securing more placements amidst fierce competition. With many having relaxed their sales efforts during times when jobs came easily, there's a pressing need to reignite t...
Apr 14, 2025•56 min•Season 1Ep. 230
Are you a recruiter looking to elevate your career and make the upcoming years your most successful yet? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast will provide the roadmap you need. Join host Benjamin Mena as he engages in a candid conversation with Sharon Hulce, an industry powerhouse, who runs a $1.4 million recruiting desk while leading a team and making significant community contributions. In this enlightening episode, Sharon uncovers her journey from being the first female construction re...
Apr 09, 2025•54 min•Season 1Ep. 229
Are you ready to learn the secrets behind leading a recruitment firm to generate over $20 million in placements, while consistently inspiring and lifting your team? In today's competitive recruiting landscape, many firm owners grapple with staying consistently successful and motivating their teams to achieve excellence. This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast with David Bradley addresses these crucial aspect. David, having built an impressive career with a team of 60 recruiters, shares how h...
Apr 03, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 228
Are you ready to transform your recruitment business into a thriving success story and unlock the secrets to achieving that coveted business exit? On this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, we welcome Marc Cohen, a formidable figure in the recruitment industry, who has successfully built, scaled, and sold two recruitment companies. For many recruitment founders, the dream of creating a business that not only thrives but also appeals to potential buyers is within reach, and Marc is here to p...
Mar 31, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 227
Are you ready to transform your recruitment business into a thriving success story and unlock the secrets to achieving that coveted business exit? On this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, we welcome Marc Cohen, a formidable figure in the recruitment industry, who has successfully built, scaled, and sold two recruitment companies. For many recruitment founders, the dream of creating a business that not only thrives but also appeals to potential buyers is within reach, and Marc is here to p...
Mar 31, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 226
Are you ready to step up from being a recruiter to leveraging your skills as a successful CEO, but you’re not sure where to start? Embark on a transformative journey with The Elite Recruiter Podcast, where host Benjamin Mena interviews industry expert Belinda Kerr. This episode delves into the real challenges and opportunities faced by recruiters aiming to become powerful business leaders. Whether you’re grappling with scaling your business, managing a team, or mastering client acquisition in th...
Mar 27, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 225
Ever wondered how the U.S. Navy tackles the challenge of recruiting 50,000 new sailors each year to maintain its formidable force? Join us as Admiral Jim Waters shares powerful insights on leading over 3,500 recruiters through transformative organizational change. In today's competitive job market, the military faces unique challenges from low unemployment rates and evolving societal conditions, such as the increasing diagnosis of mental health issues. This episode delivers crucial insights into...
Mar 24, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 224
Curious how someone can rebound from financial despair with just $500 left to their name and turn it into an $800,000 success story? Could this be your path to triumph in recruiting? Today’s recruiters face immense challenges, from rising financial pressures to struggling in a crowded marketplace. These hurdles often leave professionals feeling deflated and unsure of their next steps. In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, Randee Staats shares his extraordinary journey, offering valuabl...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 223
Have you ever wondered what it takes to transform your recruiting career into a life-changing journey of success and personal freedom? Rock The Year – Recruiter Growth Summit March 2025 Presented by Juicebox: https://rock-the-year.heysummit.com/ In today's fast-paced recruiting landscape, professionals often find themselves overwhelmed by the chaos of daily operations and the pressure to deliver top-tier talent. This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast addresses these challenges by diving int...
Mar 06, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 222
Are you ready to unlock the secrets that leading staffing companies are using to achieve high-margin success in today's competitive market? Rock The Year – Recruiter Growth Summit March 2025 Presented by Juicebox: https://rock-the-year.heysummit.com/ Navigating the rapidly evolving recruiting industry can be challenging, especially when it comes to maintaining growth and profitability. As the landscape changes with advancements in technology and shifting market demands, figuring out solid strate...
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 221
How does a former professional athlete overcome cancer and paralysis yet make her best year in recruiting during those challenges? Rock The Year – Recruiter Growth Summit March 2025 Presented by Juicebox: https://rock-the-year.heysummit.com/ In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Caitlin Burke to explore an extraordinary journey of resilience, determination, and success against all odds. Whether you're a recruiter facing day-to-day challenges or someone...
Feb 27, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 220
