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The Elite Recruiter Podcast

Benjamin Mena
Recruiting
AI In Recruiting
Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Networking
Digital Marketing
Recruit DC
Contingency Recruitment
Recruitment Process Outsourcing
Business Development
Recruitment
AI Technology
Personal Branding
Personal Development
Washington, DC
Candidate Experience
AI In Recruitment
Humility
Success
AI Recruiting

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... more

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Latest Episodes

The AI race in recruiting has already started — and most recruiters don't even know they're losing.

Jordan Shlosberg isn't a recruiter. He's the founder building the technology that's about to separate the top 1% of agency recruiters from everyone ... more

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Josh Volinsky never hired a single recruiter. No experience, no desk history, no cold call background — just accountants. And somehow he built a $5M firm where 7+ people billed over $400K in their first year.

That's not a fluke. That's a system. more

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Jeff Hyman has been in recruiting for 30 years. He's founded 5 companies, written the book on hiring A-players, and watched every major tech wave reshape this industry.

He says what's happening right now is different. And most recruiters are not re... more

Most recruiters are chasing the wrong market, and it's quietly destroying their desk.

Will Wegert watched his billings collapse after chasing coastal fees and shiny opportunities he had no business pursuing. So he did something most recruiters won'... more

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Recent Guests

Jordan Shlosberg
Founder/CEO of Atlas, an AI-first recruitment platform
Atlas
Episode: The Unfair Advantage AI Is Giving Agency Recruiters | Jordan Shlosberg
Josh Volinsky
President and co-founder of Synergy Search
Synergy Search
Episode: Why I Never Hire Recruiters (And Built a $5M Firm) | Josh Volinsky
Jeff Hyman
Founder of Recruit Rockstars, author, and industry pioneer
Recruit Rockstars
Episode: The Recruiters AI Will Replace (And the Ones It Won't) with Jeff Hyman
Will Wegert
Dev recruiter specializing in software engineers in Denver market
Self-employed / Elite Recruiter (Denver tech focus)
Episode: How a Recruiter Became a $1M Biller by Niching Down
Jamie Lupo
Former staffing leader; now partner helping staffing firms with sales strategy training
LHH
Episode: Why Recruiters Lose Clients (It’s Not the Market)
Brandon McGill
Founder of The Civil Recruiter, geotechnical/structural/civil engineering recruiter
The Civil Recruiter
Episode: $959K in 18 Months: Zero BD Calls, Just LinkedIn
Camp Jennings
Co-founder of Henry North, focused on material handling and industrial automation recruiting
Henry North
Episode: Scaling a Recruiting Firm in Year One
Scott Smith
Co-founder of Henry North, partner to Camp Jennings
Henry North
Episode: Scaling a Recruiting Firm in Year One
Brianna Rooney
Famed recruiter and trainer in the recruiting community.
Director of Recruiting at Premier Financial Search
Episode: Millionaire Recruiter Sourcing Map: Close More Deals Faster

Host

Benjamin Mena
Host of the podcast and an executive recruiter focused on exploring the strategies and experiences of top industry professionals.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • The best pod for recruiting entrepreneurs and sales people

    I've had the honor of being a guest on The Elite Recruiter Podcast twice now, and each time Benjamin creates an incredible space for meaningful, real conversations. He’s not just a great host, he’s elevating the entire recruiting industry and building community. If you’re in staffing, you need this in your rotation. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BizCoachDi
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Content

    This is an excellent podcast for anyone in recruiting or staffing. I’ve learned a lot in just a couple episodes, many more to listen to. I highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NotYourAverageRecruiter
    United States8 months ago
  • Pushes misandry and woke agendas

    Pushes misandry and woke agendas

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    erica7791
    United States9 months ago
  • Listen up, folks!

    Awesome podcast with great content for the recruiting community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YayHowFun
    United States2 years ago
  • Worth your time

    Ben Mena does a fantastic job in pulling out useful information from his guests. Never a disappointment and always useful. Highly recommend. If you are a recruiter, then you need to listen to this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HighstandardsDC
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Incredible interviews with top professionals; Ben is a knowledgeable host.
Remarkable content with actionable tips for recruiters and agency owners.
Highly recommend for anyone in staffing; great insights and strategies.
Some have expressed discontent with perceived agendas in discussions, highlighting a need for balanced views.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#100
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#154
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Apple Podcasts
#117
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#124
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#136
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#152
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Recruiters AI Will Replace (And the Ones It Won't) with Jeff Hyman
Q: Should recruiters consider expanding beyond core search into other services and how to protect the core search income?
Specialize deeply to maintain core value, and when expanding, be deliberate about offerings like Shortlist or other services, ensuring you protect the core search revenue by maintaining high-quality outcomes and choosing clients who value your counsel.
The Recruiters AI Will Replace (And the Ones It Won't) with Jeff Hyman
Q: What is the key to being successful in recruiting over a 30-year career?
Focus on search over fetch, pick the right clients, push back when needed, disagree when appropriate, and fire clients that don't align with your business model; build a reputation as a trusted advisor who consistently delivers great searches.
The Recruiters AI Will Replace (And the Ones It Won't) with Jeff Hyman
Q: What is the one piece of advice you would give to someone just starting in recruiting?
Do your first five searches for free, but make them exclusive for 30 days and secure an unbelievable testimonial and an introduction if you deliver; if you crush those five, you'll feed yourself for years.
$959K in 18 Months: Zero BD Calls, Just LinkedIn
Q: 30 seconds self-introduction before we dive in.
Brandon McGill introduces himself as the owner and founder of The Civil Recruiter, highlighting his focus on geotechnical, structural, and civil land development recruiting in the US, and his 10 years of experience.
Recruiters: Waiting on Clients Is Killing Your Desk
Q: How do you turn referrals or references into ongoing business?
Make the reference call into a lead, confirm details, and then leverage the information to secure a real job and a long-term relationship with the client, which often becomes repeatable revenue.

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What is The Elite Recruiter Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on empowering recruiters with the tactics and strategies needed to excel in the competitive world of recruitment. Aimed predominantly at agency recruiters, staffing professionals, and executive search experts, the conversations uncover the nuances of successful recruiting practices from seasoned veterans. Listeners can expect to gain practical insights on everything from building and scaling recruitment businesses, utilizing advanced technology and tools, to maintaining daily habits that foster high performance. With an emphasis on real-life experiences, lessons learned, and motivational stories of overcoming obstacles, this platform serves as a valuable resource for both aspiring and established recruiters seeking to e... more

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Recent guests on The Elite Recruiter Podcast include:

1. Jordan Shlosberg
2. Josh Volinsky
3. Jeff Hyman
4. Will Wegert
5. Jamie Lupo
6. Brandon McGill
7. Camp Jennings
8. Scott Smith

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