The Elite Recruiter Podcast #7

Homeless to Search Firm Owner with Pete Tomasko, 7 Pillars of Recruiting with Ben Browning, and How to be a Millionaire Recruiter with Brianna Rooney.

🎧 The Elite Recruiter Podcast - #7

Right now the plans are coming together for RGS 2023 Part 2. Finish the Year Strong. Details coming soon.

In today’s newsletter:

  • Latest Episode: Homeless to Search Firm Owner with Pete Tomasko, 7 Pillars of Recruiting with Ben Browning, and How to be a Millionaire Recruiter with Brianna Rooney.

  • Episode from the Vault: 7 Figure Playbook with Mark Whitby

  • Book Club: 177 Mental Toughness Secrets of the World Class by Steve Siebold

🎧 Latest Episode

Pete Tomasko - Episode 149

Homeless to Search Firm Owner: The Transformational Power of Recruiting with Pete Tomasko

Hey Elite Recruiters,

Today we're joined by a truly remarkable guest, Pete Tomasko, who has an incredible story of transformation from homelessness to becoming a partner in a thriving search firm, Titan Placement Group. Twelve years living on the streets, battling addiction, and overcoming personal demons—Pete’s journey is nothing short of miraculous.

In today’s episode, "Homeless to Search Firm Owner: The Transformational Power of Recruiting," Pete will share how he was introduced to the recruiting industry at 45, with no prior experience, and how this opportunity completely turned his life around. We'll explore the challenges he faced, including dealing with toxic work environments and how breaking free from those led him to success and fulfillment.

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Ben Browning - Episode 148

The 7 Pillars of Effective Recruiting with Ben Browning

For this episode we are joined by special guest Ben Browning, an accomplished professional recruiter whose insights have revolutionized recruitment strategies. In this episode titled "The 7 Pillars of Effective Recruiting with Ben Browning," we delve deep into the strategies that make recruitment a winner's game.

Ben shares his invaluable experience, emphasizing the importance of understanding the bigger recruitment picture focusing on quality and speed of hire, and how a strategic feedback-oriented approach can enhance relationships with businesses. We will explore the crucial seven pillars of recruiting—culture, systems, metrics, performance, positioning, prospecting, and closing— that Ben attributes to his successful shift from traditional recruitment to a more strategic-minded approach.

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Brianna Rooney - Episode 147

How To Become A Millionaire Recruiter with Brianna Rooney

In this episode we have our special guest Brianna Rooney, a self-made millionaire recruiter who will share her journey from bartending to creating her own powerhouse recruiting agency. Brianna's inspiring story offers tons of insights into building financial success, the power of leveraging technology, and the essential mindset shifts needed to thrive in recruiting.

We'll delve into her early struggles, how she capitalized on LinkedIn before it boomed, and her strategic move to establish a commission-based reward system that kept her team motivated. From the importance of hiring and training to leveraging personal coaching for emotional intelligence, Brianna covers it all, providing invaluable advice for both budding and veteran recruiters.

We'll also discuss some innovative tech tools that are changing the game in recruitment. Stay tuned as we explore how focus, resilience, and continuous learning can lead you to not just meet but exceed your ambitious career goals. Plus, don't miss out as Brianna shares why she believes in the power of challenges to keep your team on their toes! Get ready for a wealth of knowledge that could fundamentally change the way you recruit.

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🎧 The Elite Recruiter Podcast Vault

The 7-Figure Playbook of Elite Recruiters with Mark Whitby

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❓Thought of the week - Every time I think AI is getting overhyped. OpenAI takes things to the next level.

🧠 QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Preparation plus success equals confidence. Mental toughness plus pride equals perseverance. If you have confidence and persevere, you will always have the edge. If you have the edge, you will succeed.

Ready to Level Up?

  1. Recruiter Book Club – Each month we focus on a book that will take your recruiting to the next level. This month is 177 Mental Toughness Secrets of the World Class by Steve Siebold

  2. Join The Elite Recruiter Community – Join other listeners in a place to grow together this year.

  3. Join The Recruiter Growth Summit Replays – Missed the Summit. want to catch the action.