Are you ready to transform your recruiting game and build your $1M desk? In this episode of the Elite Recruiter Podcast, Benjamin Mena sits down with Preet Saka, a trailblazer in the recruiting industry, to uncover the secrets every recruiter must know. From navigating personal setbacks to scaling a business to $2M in billings, Preet shares actionable advice, real-life experiences, and valuable strategies to help you achieve success in your own recruiting journey.
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Discover how to shift your mindset, refine your business practices, and focus on what truly matters. Preet walks you through his three-step framework—survival, sustainability, and scalability—offering insights into business development, leveraging AI tools, and cultivating habits for success. Whether you're a seasoned recruiter or just starting out, this episode is packed with lessons to elevate your career and personal growth.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:21 - Building a Million Dollar Desk
02:44 - Journey into Recruitment
07:48 - Key Moments of Realization
10:25 - The 20% That Made a Difference
11:14 - Pree's Success as a Top Biller
14:35 - Recognizing the Need for Help
18:11 - From Survival to Sustainable Growth
20:34 - Finding Your Niche in Recruitment
22:06 - Saying No to Good Money Opportunities
24:44 - Importance of Sustainability
28:53 - Understanding Operating Income
30:17 - Measuring Success in Recruitment
32:13 - From Survivability to Scalability
38:40 - High-Value Business Development Strategies
41:20 - Turning Podcast Conversations into Clients
44:15 - The Magic Shift in Mindset
46:18 - Transitioning from Survival to Scale
48:43 - Understanding 10x Thinking
55:15 - Advice for New Recruiters
59:25 - Guidance for Experienced Recruiters
1:01:56 - Insights on Pinnacle Society
1:03:43 - Preet's Favorite Book
1:03:50 - Preet's Favorite Tech Tool
1:04:30 - Questions Recruiters Should Ask
1:06:38 - How to Connect with Preet
1:06:53 - Final Thoughts from Preet
1:07:43 - Outro
1:09:10 - SourceWhale
Events & Resources:
AI Recruiting Summit 2025: https://ai-recruiting-summit-2025.heysummit.com/
Finish The Year Strong 2025: https://rock-the-year-2025.heysummit.com/
Subscribe to The Elite Recruiter Podcast: https://eliterecruiterpodcast.beehiiv.com/subscribe
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PAiG-nfXO04
Connect:
Pree Sarkar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/preesarkar/
Benjamin Mena Website: http://www.selectsourcesolutions.com/
Benjamin Mena LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminmena/
Benjamin Mena Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benlmena/
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