Welcome to a deeper dive into the inspiring journey of Ranjith Ravula, an immigrant founder who transformed $12,000 and sheer determination into a multi-million dollar IT staffing business. This blog post expands on the insights shared in our recent…
In today's fast-paced world, the recruitment landscape is constantly evolving. As recruiters and agency leaders, we're challenged to find top talent quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. This blog post dives deep into how AI agents are transfo…
Podcast Overview The Elite Recruiter Podcast is the premier podcast for recruiting professionals, delivering insider insights and success stories from top talent acquisition experts. Hosted by Benjamin Mena, an executive recruiter and founder of Se…
What would you do if you got laid off three times in nine months? For Liam Haghighat, the answer was to build something of his own. Liam – a law graduate turned agency recruiter – faced a rollercoaster of setbacks in 2022, getting laid o…
Picture this: You’re nine months into your recruiting career with only one placement to show for it – frustration mounting, confidence dwindling. Mike Mello lived that reality early on. In fact, after getting physically kicked out of a c…
As the host of The Elite Recruiter Podcast and organizer of events like The AI Recruiting Summit and Finish The Year Strong Summit, I often ask top recruiters to imagine the near future. One interesting question is: Could a solo recruiter (or a tiny…
Imagine billing $300,000 in a single month as a recruiter. In a market others called “soft,” top recruiter Rich Rosen did exactly that – shattering his personal best and challenging the notion that you can’t win big in a down…
As soon as you get a position, it's not only about filling it with the best possible person but also about filling it fast. As host of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, I have gotten a chance to see how the world of sourcing is changing and how it i…
Welcome to the blog companion for the Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this post, we're diving deep into a crucial topic for all recruiters and recruiting business owners: time management. In today's fast-paced environment, every minute counts, and wasti…
In today's competitive recruiting landscape, simply being a skilled recruiter isn't enough. To truly thrive and attract high-value clients, you need to stand out from the crowd. That's where personal branding comes in. This blog post explores the of…
In today's dynamic recruiting landscape, achieving record-breaking growth requires more than just average effort. It demands strategic thinking, relentless execution, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This blog post delves into the strateg…
In the competitive world of recruiting, building a successful business requires resilience, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of your values. This blog post delves into the inspiring journey of Katherine Jerald, a recruiting powerhouse wh…
Welcome to this deep dive into the strategies that propelled Katherine Jerald to achieve remarkable success in the recruiting industry. In this blog post, we're unpacking her proven methods for leveraging LinkedIn DMs to attract high-value clients a…
Growing a recruiting or staffing agency is hard – fast-paced client demands, a whirlwind of roles to fill, and the constant challenge of scaling your own operations. It’s no surprise many recruitment entrepreneurs feel their business is …
List of Top Recruiting Coaches The recruitment industry is full of seasoned professionals who have mastered the craft of connecting talent with opportunity and are now helping make recruiters even better as coaches. Below is a list of highly regard…
We’ve all heard the saying: “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” This classic wisdom from motivational speaker Jim Rohn emphasizes how our close friends and colleagues shape our thinking and decisi…
The recruitment industry is at an inflection point. Agency recruiters have more power than ever to launch the next generation of recruiting tools with the power to use AI for coding – and because of what we do, we can even fund them. I wanted …
When a Public Sector Job Disappears – Facing the Shock and Reality Let’s be real: getting laid off sucks. And when it happens in the public sector—where layoffs are supposed to be rare and jobs feel famously secure, it’s a u…
Welcome to an in-depth exploration of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the recruiting landscape. In this blog post, we'll delve into the practical applications of AI tools like PeopleGPT and Talin AI, and how they can revolutionize y…
In today's rapidly changing business environment, the recruiting industry is constantly evolving. To thrive, recruiters need to be proactive, adaptive, and strategic in their approach. This blog post delves into key strategies for building a future-…
Feeling lost in the sales side of recruiting? It’s a common struggle. Many recruiters are exceptional at matching candidates to roles but find the sales process daunting. This post breaks down Tom Erb's proven 10-week plan for ramping up your …
As the year winds down, it's crucial to ramp up your recruiting sales efforts to maximize performance and achieve your goals. This blog post, inspired by insights from the "Finish The Year Strong 2025" event and our recent podcast episode, provides …
In the ever-evolving world of recruitment, standing out from the crowd is no longer a luxury – it's a necessity. This blog post delves into the critical topic of differentiation in a saturated recruiting market. We'll explore how to identify a…
Are you a recruiter looking to boost your sales performance? In today's competitive market, it's more important than ever to have a solid sales strategy. This blog post explores how recruiters can rapidly improve their sales performance in just 10 w…