The Elite Recruiter Podcast Benjamin Mena

Are you struggling to make your mark in the competitive world of recruitment? What if you could transform your LinkedIn profile into a powerful magnet for top clients and candidates?


This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast is sponsored by heyMilo: https://www.heymilo.ai/






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In today's fast-paced recruitment industry, standing out is


more important than ever. Success isn't just about filling roles; it's about


building relationships and trust through effective personal branding. Darren


Westall, a tech and recruitment expert from Paiger, joins host Benjamin Mena to


uncover the secrets to successful personal branding in recruitment. With the


rise of AI and the evolution of platforms like LinkedIn from job boards to


robust B2B social networks, recruiters have unprecedented opportunities to


enhance their personal brand and substantially grow their business. This


episode is essential listening for recruiters aiming to leverage LinkedIn and


modern technology to distinguish themselves and thrive in the industry.


1. **Master AI and Personal Branding Techniques:** Darren Westall demystifies how AI tools, such as Paiger, can streamline your recruiting tasks, enabling you to concentrate on developing a compelling personal brand that attracts clients and candidates effortlessly.


2. **Build Lasting Trust and Credibility:** Learn actionable strategies for consistently sharing valuable content on LinkedIn that resonates with your target audience, helping you become a trusted authority in your niche over time.


3. **Extend Your Reach Across Various Platforms:** Gain insights into diversifying your outreach beyond LinkedIn by engaging with specialized communities and platforms to connect with high-level professionals and expand your professional network.


Elevate your recruitment strategy by tuning in now and uncovering exclusive insights on personal branding, AI integration, and effective social media usage from industry experts Benjamin Mena and Darren Westall.


"Hey recruiters, have you heard about HeyMilo? It's the AI-powered tool that's revolutionizing the hiring process!


With HeyMilo, you can scale your time and interview more candidates in a fraction of the time.


HeyMilo's two-way conversational voice


interviews, powered by their proprietary AI, gives you the edge you need.


Hundreds of recruiters and hiring managers


are already using HeyMilo to streamline their workflow and boost their success and make 4x the placements with ease!.


"Ready to transform your recruiting process?


Check out HeyMilo.ai and start making more placements in less time! You can try it out for free today! " - https://www.heymilo.ai/


Thank you HeyMilo for sponsoring this episode of the Podcast


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Clay - https://clay.com/?via=411229


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Are you curious about how AI is revolutionizing the recruitment process and what it means for the future of your recruiting career?


This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast is sponsored by heyMilo: https://www.heymilo.ai/


Finish The Year Strong Summit - https://finish-the-year-strong.heysummit.com/


In today's fast-paced digital world, the recruitment


landscape is rapidly evolving, with technology, AI, and community playing


pivotal roles. Traditional methods are becoming less effective, and recruiters


need to stay ahead of the curve to find top talent and remain competitive. In


this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, Benjamin Mena sits down with Alex


Papageorge, a forward-thinking recruiter and small business owner, who shares


his insights on leveraging AI, technology, and community to enhance recruiting


efforts. Whether you're a seasoned recruiter or just starting, understanding


these trends can help you overcome current challenges like sourcing


efficiently, personalizing outreach, and maintaining a meaningful candidate


experience.


1. **Streamlining Recruitment with AI:**


Learn how AI tools like Clay.com, Metaview, and Instant.io can automate and enhance various aspects of your recruiting process, from lead generation to personalized outreach. Alex explains how these tools enable recruiters to focus more on building relationships and understanding candidates' market value.


2. **Building a Recruiter Community:**


Discover the importance of creating and engaging in communities like "Talent Topia," where recruiters can share knowledge about the latest recruiting software and futuristic tools. Alex dives into how such communities foster continuous learning and mutual growth among recruiters.


3. **Balancing Technology and the Human Touch:**


Understand the significance of combining technology with the indispensable human element in recruiting. While AI can handle data-driven tasks and streamline processes, Alex emphasizes the irreplaceable role of human judgment, communication, and empathy in ensuring successful placements and maintaining professional relationships.


Ready to future-proof your recruiting career? Tune in to this insightful episode and discover how to seamlessly integrate AI, technology, and community into your recruiting strategy!


Listen to the full episode now to unlock the future of recruiting!


"Hey recruiters, have you heard about HeyMilo? It's the AI-powered tool that's revolutionizing the hiring process!


With HeyMilo, you can scale your time and interview more candidates in a fraction of the time.


HeyMilo's two-way conversational voice interviews, powered by their proprietary AI, gives you the edge you need.


Hundreds of recruiters and hiring managers are already using HeyMilo to streamline their workflow and boost their success and make 4x the placements with ease!.


"Ready to transform your recruiting process? Check out HeyMilo.ai and start making more placements in less time! You can try it out for free today! " - https://www.heymilo.ai/


Thank you HeyMilo for sponsoring this episode of the Podcast


Finish The Year Strong Summit - https://finish-the-year-strong.heysummit.com/


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Are you ready to redefine your recruiting career and unlock the key to becoming a top biller while mastering the art of mindset?


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In today's fiercely competitive recruiting world,


professionals are constantly challenged to innovate their approaches to sales,


marketing, and placements while maintaining a resilient and growth-focused


mindset. This episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast brings you an in-depth


conversation with Benjamin Mena and Andrea Rishmawi, a top-performing recruiter


who has cracked the code to exceptional success through mindset mastery.


Whether you're just starting out or are an experienced recruiter looking for new


strategies to stay ahead, Andrea’s compelling story and actionable tips are


exactly what you need to push your career to new heights and make 2024 your


best year yet.






- **Mindset and Visualization**: Andrea’s compelling success story—from being inspired by "The Secret" and creating a vision board to moving to Santa Monica and becoming rookie of the year—demonstrates the power of mindset, visualization, and relentless hard work. Learn the importance of adopting these principles to transform your professional life and achieve outstanding results.






- **Strategic Recruiting Tools and Techniques**: Gain invaluable insights into using LinkedIn effectively for recruiting, from attracting clients and candidates to posting compelling job listings. Andrea’s practical advice on leveraging AI tools like BrightHire for seamless interview management, reflects her approach to efficiency and productivity, setting you up for success.






- **Innovative Firm Practices and Long-Term Relationships**: Understand the benefits of Andrea’s unique 180 Collective firm, which champions collaboration, high commissions for contractors, and an emphasis on long-term relationship building over traditional business development methods. Discover how her focus on personalized, high-quality service and learning from every experience can elevate your recruiting practice and client satisfaction.










Tune in now to transform your mindset and skyrocket your recruiting career with Andrea Rishmawi's invaluable insights and practical strategies—this episode is your next step towards becoming a top biller with a driven and growth-oriented mindset!


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Are you struggling to create engaging content that attracts niche audiences and secures branded deals in the recruitment industry?


In today’s crowded digital landscape, standout content is more crucial than ever for recruiters aiming to differentiate themselves and build meaningful relationships with potential clients. If you’ve been facing challenges with your content strategy, or unsure how to leverage it for business growth, this episode is for you. Chris Schwenk joins Benjamin Mena to provide actionable insights and proven strategies tailored for recruiters who want to master content creation and client outreach.


1. Learn the importance of building relationships with niche audiences over chasing massive download numbers and how this approach can lead to greater audience engagement and business opportunities.


2. Discover cutting-edge tools and practical techniques, including AI-driven solutions and video collaboration tips, to elevate your content quality and reach, ensuring your content stands out and resonates with your target market.


3. Gain valuable advice on transforming content creation from a mere activity into a profitable business, understanding the steps to secure branded content deals, and turning your recruitment expertise into a revenue-generating platform.


Unlock the secrets to successful content creation in recruiting by tuning into this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast with Chris Schwenk – listen now and transform your strategy into a business asset!


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How to Find and Keep Your Apex Clients with Mike Ames






Are you finding it tough to identify and retain those high-value clients who can propel your recruitment firm's success?






**Interest**: Navigating the competitive landscape of recruitment requires more than just traditional methods. Today, securing those top-tier clients who drive a significant chunk of your revenue is critical. This episode provides you with expert insights and strategies to transition from a reactive recruitment approach to a proactive, relationship-focused one. Mike Ames offers a roadmap to effectively target, engage, and convert high-value clients into long-term partners, ensuring your firm's sustained growth and success.










1. **Master Strategic Business Development**: Learn how to shift from tactical approaches to strategic business development, enabling you to focus on building meaningful client relationships rather than mere transactions.






2. **Innovative Client Engagement Techniques**: Discover cutting-edge methods such as LinkedIn audio messages and hyperlinked pitching decks to capture attention and interest, differentiating your services in a crowded market.






3. **Achieve Work-Life Balance**: Gain practical advice on maintaining a balance between your professional and personal life, enhancing your productivity and overall well-being.






Transform your client acquisition strategy and elevate your recruitment firm by tuning into this episode now; master the art of finding and keeping apex clients to make 2024 your best year yet!










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In this episode of "The Elite Recruiter Podcast," Benjamin Mena welcomes Mike Ames to discuss effective strategies for identifying and retaining the most lucrative clients in the recruitment industry. Mike shares his professional transition from tactical to strategic business development, emphasizing the importance of building long-term relationships over merely chasing transactions.


Mike highlights the significance of aligning recruitment efforts with mission, values, and culture, drawing inspiration from Steve Jobs' recruitment methods. He underscores the importance of excelling in quality and service, recommending Cal Newport's "Deep Work" to enhance focus and productivity.


Listeners will learn about managing a "Dream 100" list of potential clients using innovative methods such as LinkedIn audio messages and hyperlinked pitching decks. The episode also covers crucial business development tactics like reference flipping and the Ada (attention, interest, desire, action) approach to create engaging sales conversations.


Mike discusses the key aspects hiring managers seek from recruitment agencies—a broad candidate search, precise candidate matches, and a seamless recruitment process. He also emphasizes developing a client avatar that captures high-value clients who offer steady vacancies, fair fees, and respectful interactions.


Tune into this impactful episode to gain actionable insights and practical strategies for elevating your recruitment firm's success. Learn from Mike's extensive experience shared on "The Mike Ames Recruitment Show" and apply these lessons to take your client acquisition to new heights. Listen now and make 2024 your best year yet!

Have you ever wondered how some recruiters manage to make a significant impact across both agency and in-house roles?


In this thrilling episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Andrew Lewis to unravel the secrets behind becoming a high-impact recruiter. Andrew, who transitioned from starting a successful branch in an agency to leading a talent acquisition team in the tech industry, provides invaluable insights into mastering the art of recruitment. Given the current dynamic landscape of recruitment, where skills in both agency and in-house roles are highly valued, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their career and make a marked difference in the industry.


Andrew shares his fascinating journey, beginning with his unexpected start in an agency to his accomplished role in managing talent acquisition for a B2B SaaS company focused on climate tech. Here’s what you can expect from this captivating discussion:


1. **Mastering Dual Recruitment Roles**:


- **Versatile Skill Set**: Andrew explains the benefits of transitioning between agency and in-house roles, highlighting how understanding both perspectives can make you a more effective recruiter. This dual experience allows you to serve clients and organizations better by bridging gaps and offering comprehensive solutions.


- **Strategic Role Alignment**: By leveraging his personal career transitions, Andrew provides practical advice on how recruiters can align their talents with strategic roles that match their skills and values.


2. **Building a Robust Social Media Presence**:


- **Engagement and Personal Branding**: Andrew emphasizes the importance of a strong social media presence, particularly on LinkedIn. Learn how to build a meaningful and engaged audience, use creative positioning and messaging, and develop a personal brand that resonates with job seekers and professionals alike.


- **Content Strategy**: He discusses strategies for crafting compelling content that not only grows your network but also establishes you as a thought leader in the recruitment industry.


3. **Leveraging AI and Technological Innovations**:


- **Efficiency through AI Tools**: Discover the transformative power of AI in recruitment with tools like Speak and Juice Box AI. Andrew details how these technologies can streamline your recruitment processes, save you time, and enhance your productivity.


- **Future-Proofing Recruitment Strategies**: Learn about the latest trends and advancements in AI that can help you stay ahead of the curve and maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly changing industry.


Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the knowledge and tools necessary to revolutionize your recruitment strategies. Listen now, and take the first step toward becoming a high-impact recruiter!


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