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The Elite Recruiter Podcast

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 scaleTools, tech stacks, and sourcing strategiesDaily habits and workflows that drive million-dollar

business careers

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00:55:39

The Wall Street Talent Agent Redefining Recruiting:...

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2025/10/30

What happens when a Marine-turned-headhunter takes on Wall Street? In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with John Pierson, CEO of P2 Investments, to explore how he built a boutique firm serving hedge funds and elite investors—then reinvented the recruiting game with a candidate-first, talent agent model.From cold-calling billionaires at dawn to founding his own firm, John’s story is a masterclass in risk-taking, storytelling, and redefining what

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00:59:20

How I Built a $4M Recruitment Agency and Walked Away:...

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2025/10/27

Ever wondered what it really takes to scale a recruitment agency from the ground up—and have the guts to walk away at the top? In this episode, Benjamin Mena sits down with Gregory Fischer, who built AMI Network to over $4M in gross margin and $1.4M EBITDA—then left it all to build a new agency his way, powered by offshoring, smarter processes, and AI.🎯 2026 Sales and BD Recruiter Summit: https://bd-sales-recruiter-2026.heysummit.com/ 🚀 Sponsorship: Atlas – AI-first ATS & CRM Atlas

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00:54:00

The Recruiter’s Blueprint: Building Your Brand,...

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2025/10/24

Still just posting jobs on LinkedIn and hoping clients or candidates come to you? In a world where AI is changing recruiting fast, your personal brand and engaged network are your biggest competitive advantages. This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast goes beyond outdated tactics—host Benjamin Mena sits down with LinkedIn branding expert Alexis Albright Meschi to share the blueprint for building a brand that attracts business instead of chasing it. 🎯 2026 Sales and BD Recruiter Summit:

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00:48:21

Leaving Agency Life: Zack Cress on When to Stay,...

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2025/10/21

Are you a seasoned recruiter wondering if it’s time to move on from agency life? Maybe you’re itching to branch out but feel stuck by golden handcuffs—or curious about starting your own firm but unsure where to begin. This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast is your roadmap to clarity. 🎯 2026 Sales and BD Recruiter Summit: https://bd-sales-recruiter-2026.heysummit.com/ 🚀 Sponsorship: Atlas – AI-first ATS & CRM Atlas combines your ATS and CRM in one AI-powered platform. It automates

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00:58:03

From Rookie to $1M Recruiter by 25: Kent Depwe’s...

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2025/10/09

Want to break into the million-dollar biller club—no matter your age or experience? In this episode, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Kent Depwe, who billed seven figures in his second full year as a recruiter—at just 25. If you’re ready for real talk on sales, mindset, business development, and using AI tools to smash your targets, this is the episode to accelerate your growth.🎯 Finish The Year Strong 2025 Summit – Register here: https://finish-strong-2025.heysummit.com/ 🚀

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00:57:08

How to Crack $500k+ Billings & Build Elite Remote...

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2025/10/06

Struggling to scale your recruiting desk, close bigger deals, or turn your agency into a powerhouse? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast is your playbook for becoming a $500k+ biller and doubling down on the exact tactics powering the fastest-growing remote firms today. Host Benjamin Mena sits down with Dante Nino, co-founder of TLO, to unpack the uncompromising frameworks and high-conversion business development strategies behind his team’s explosive growth (and their unstoppable

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00:22:13

7-Figure Success Through Influence, Not Influence(r):...

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2025/10/03

Are you ready to break past your recruiting plateau and become a true recruiting leader? In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with industry powerhouse Brent Orsuga to share strategies, mindset shifts, and tactical moves top recruiters need to crush it in 2025. If seven-figure years and becoming a recruiter of influence are on your vision board, this is required listening.🎯 Finish The Year Strong 2025 Summit – Register here:

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00:37:14

From Layoff to $900K: Julia Arpag’s Mindset Secrets...

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2025/10/02

Ready to close your strongest quarter ever and build a seven-figure recruitment business—even if you’re facing setbacks? In this episode, host Benjamin Mena welcomes Julia Arpag, CEO & Founder of Aligned Recruitment, who shares how she went from being laid off postpartum to building a $900K recruiting agency in just 18 months.🎯 Finish The Year Strong 2025 Summit – Register here: https://rock-the-year-2025.heysummit.com/ 🚀 Sponsorship: Atlas – AI-first ATS & CRM Atlas

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00:55:39

What Most Leaders Get Wrong — And How Justin Bellante...

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2025/09/29

Are you ready to discover what truly drives top recruiting teams and firm owners in 2024? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast goes deep with Justin Bellante, a healthcare recruiting firm owner, on the real tactics and mindsets that turn average recruiters into extraordinary leaders. Whether you’re a recruiter hungry for your next breakthrough or a firm owner on the edge of scaling up, this episode is your blueprint for success!🚀 Sponsorship: Atlas – AI-first ATS & CRM Atlas

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01:04:53

AI Is Killing Sourcing: What the Future of Recruiting...

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2025/09/25

Is AI about to make sourcing obsolete? The recruiting landscape is shifting FAST—and if you’re not evolving, you’re about to get run over. Host Benjamin Mena sits down with renowned recruiter Brian Fink in a high-voltage episode packed with strategies and mindset shifts to help you outpace the AI revolution. Whether you’re in-house, agency, or leading TA strategy, this is your roadmap to stay relevant.🎯 Finish The Year Strong 2025 Summit – Register here:

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01:09:03

Million-Dollar Recruiters: Jeremy Jenson’s Proven...

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2025/09/22

Are you ready to break free from the “average recruiter” grind and join the ranks of million-dollar billers? If you’re a recruiter, search firm owner, or ambitious TA pro, this episode is your backstage pass to the playbook that’s built one of Texas’ highest-billing recruiting teams. Host Benjamin Mena welcomes back Jeremy Jenson (Encore Search Partners) to uncover the exact strategies that have multiplied fees, modernized recruiter development, and created a talent magnet operation.🚀

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00:42:18

Consistent Success in Recruiting: Simple Strategies...

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2025/09/18

Do you feel overwhelmed by endless recruiting tech, tools, and “hacks”—but still wonder why top-billing recruiters win? This episode pulls back the curtain! Join Benjamin Mena as he sits down with powerhouse insurance recruiter Amy Simpson to unlock her 20 years of consistent, high-performance results. Amy proves that big wins come not from chasing shiny objects but from nailing the basics and building lasting client relationships.🚀 Sponsor Spotlight – Get Both AI Tools FREE Try

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00:49:11

$650K in Offers in a Single Day: Mindi Romero’s...

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2025/09/16

Are you ready to double your recruiting billings and build unstoppable teams—all while feeling good about the sales side of recruiting? In this episode, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Mindi Romero, the recruiter who shattered records with $650K in accepted offers in just 24 hours. If you’re a recruiter, TA leader, or agency owner tired of cold calls and pushy pitches, this episode will electrify your mindset and give you a playbook to win.🚀 Sponsorship: Hoxo’s Personal Brand Bootcamp

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00:55:39

The Power of Niching Down & Leading with Heart: How...

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2025/09/10

Looking for the secret sauce behind building a top-tier recruiting agency in a hyper-competitive market? Want to combine heart-driven recruiting with razor-sharp business strategy? In this must-listen episode, Benjamin Mena sits down with Cari Kraft—legendary leader and top biller at Jacobs Management Group—to reveal how niching down and leading with integrity can skyrocket your recruiting business.🚀 Sponsor Spotlight – Get Both AI Tools FREE Try Sourcewhale’s game-changing AI

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00:57:38

Million Dollar Mindset: Michael Goldman on Building a...

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2025/08/27

Recruiters—ever wonder what separates the good from the legendary? In this special episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Michael Goldman—45-year industry veteran, Pinnacle Society founding member, and recruiting “Obi-Wan Kenobi.” Together they unpack the real value recruiters bring, how to survive market downturns, and how to build a legacy career that’s bigger than billings.🚀 Sponsorship: Hoxo’s Personal Brand Bootcamp AI is already replacing

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01:11:38

Knocked Down, Never Out: Olympic Mindset, Grit &...

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2025/08/21

Ready to punch through your recruiting plateaus and bounce back from every setback? In this inspiring episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with 12-time national boxing champion and Olympic team captain Cam F. Awesome. Discover what recruiters can learn from elite athletes about resilience, self-talk, and thriving under pressure—no matter how hard you get knocked down.🚀 Sponsorship: Hoxo’s Personal Brand Bootcamp AI is already replacing recruiters—not next

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00:59:03

7-Figure Comeback: Dan Falzarano’s No-BS Blueprint...

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2025/08/18

Struggling to hit numbers in today’s recruiting market? Craving a practical playbook for resilience and record-breaking billings? In this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with 7-figure producer Dan Falzarano. Discover how Dan turned a near-firing into a 15-year streak of top billing—even as markets shifted. This is the blueprint for recruiters ready to dominate. 🚀 Sponsor Spotlight – Get Both AI Tools FREE Try Sourcewhale’s game-changing AI tools—Inbox

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00:52:47

How Top Recruiters Win with Smart AI Systems in 2025:...

The Elite Recruiter Podcast ·

2025/08/12

Ready to future-proof your recruiting career in 2025? This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast is a no-fluff masterclass on winning with AI recruiting systems. Benjamin Mena sits down with Martin Gutierrez, business development lead at SourceWhale, to reveal how top recruiters build bulletproof systems to scale placements, automate busywork, and keep the human touch that wins clients and candidates. 🚀 Sponsor Spotlight – Get Both AI Tools FREE Try both of Sourcewhale’s game-changing AI

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01:09:48

From Survival to Seven Figures: Pree Sarkar’s...

The Elite Recruiter Podcast ·

2025/08/08

From Survival to Seven Figures: Pree Sarkar’s Blueprint for Building a Million-Dollar Recruitment Desk 🚀 Sponsor Spotlight – Get Both AI Tools FREE For a limited time, you can try both of Sourcewhale’s game-changing AI tools—Inbox Agent and Notetaker—absolutely free. Inbox Agent: Writes replies in your tone of voice, automates personalized follow-ups, and gives you real-time outreach feedback. Works with Gmail or Outlook.Notetaker: Joins your calls, transcribes every word, and instantly

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00:59:57

The Power of Niching: How Rob Bowerman Became The...

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2025/08/04

Are you a recruiter struggling to stand out in an oversaturated market? Ready to discover the hidden secret that consistently produces top billers and high-value placements? In this episode, Benjamin Mena dives deep with luxury recruiting icon, Rob Bowerman, uncovering the enormous advantage of niching down, and exactly how you can use it to elevate your recruiting game in any market.AI Recruiting Summit 2025 – Registration: https://ai-recruiting-summit-2025.heysummit.com/ Finish The Year

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