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Julia Arpag

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Julia Arpag is the cofounder and CEO of Aligned Recruitment. Her company specializes in hiring for startups in the tech industry. She started Aligned Recruitment in August 2023, scaled it to half a million in revenue by April 2024, and isn't slowing down. She is also a foster parent to two teen boys, a mom to two little boys, a wife, and a transplant to Atlanta from New York. Her "why" is her faith, her family, and getting to literally change lives for her clients and candidates.

How She Built a $1M Recruiting Firm in 23 Months (Sales + CEO Mindset)
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Jan. 19, 2026

How She Built a $1M Recruiting Firm in 23 Months (Sales + CEO Mindset)

Welcome back to The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this special episode, host Benjamin Mena is joined by returning guest Julia Arpag, CEO and Founder of Aligned Recruitment, for an inspiring and tactical summit talk pulled straight from the Elite community library. Julia Arpag shares her remarkable journey from being laid off as a new mom to building a million-dollar recruitment business in just 23 months—all while prioritizing her values, family, and personal freedom.In this conversation, Julia Arpag breaks down the exact sales strategies and CEO mindset that propelled her success, including her approaches to warm lead outreach, leveraging LinkedIn content, automating lead generation with Dripify, and the power of authentic connection. Plus, she dives deep into how her mindset, daily routines, and work-life balance have sustained both her business and her wellbeing.Whether you're a solo recruiter, agency owner, or just looking for some real-world inspiration to start your year s…
Guest: Julia Arpag
From Laid off on Maternity Leave to $500K Success in 9 months with Julia Arpag
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June 4, 2024

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

Welcome to The Elite Recruiter Podcast! In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Julia Arpag, a remarkable leader who turned a major setback into a monumental success. Join host Benjamin Mena as he dives into Julia's inspiring journey from being laid off while on maternity leave to generating $500,000 in revenue within just nine months.Julia shares invaluable insights on maintaining empathy and a commitment to positive leadership, running a lean organization, and the power of affirmations and intentional thought. We discuss the importance of high performance over monetary goals, staying disciplined, and leveraging personalized marketing strategies like Dripify on LinkedIn.Tune in to hear how Julia's dedication, strategic mindset, and coaching support helped her transition from an employee to a successful business owner. We also explore her daily routines, the significance of financial preparedness, and essential advice for aspiring and seasoned recruiters. Don’t miss out on…
Guest: Julia Arpag