
Episode 14 – Falling Into Recruiting And How to Become Successful with Joshua May
- S1E14
- 24:37
- September 26th 2021
In this episode of the Elite Recruiter Podcast, I speak with Big Biller Joshua May on what it takes to be successful in recruiting.
Highlights that we talk about:
- How Josh fell into recruitment by recruiting himself into the industry
- Shifting his company from Contingency to Retained
- Focusing on a Niche vs chasing multiple industries
- How to be successful in the recruiting space
- How he has learned from his peers to keep growing
Joshua May: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuawilliammay/
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The Elite Recruiter Podcast
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This is where the top recruiters share: How they got there. What kind of work did it take. Tips, Tools, and Tricks. The Mindset needed to get them to where they are. What they are doing with their success. Goals and visions for the future. So please join me on this journey as I interview some of the best in our industry.
Benjamin Mena
The Elite Recruiter Podcast Host
Meet the Hosts

Benjamin Mena is the founder of Select Source Solutions and the host of The Elite Recruiter Podcast — one of the top global podcasts for agency and executive recruiters. With over a decade of experience placing top talent in the government contracting (GovCon) and cleared space, Ben brings a no-BS approach to the business of recruiting.
Each week, he interviews high-performing recruiters, agency owners, and industry innovators to uncover the real stories behind their success. From six-figure solo producers to million-dollar billers and AI-powered solopreneurs, Ben’s mission is simple: help recruiters level up their careers and businesses through actionable insights, raw conversations, and a community of like-minded professionals.
Based between the U.S. and Bordeaux, France, Ben is also a dad, summit host, and advocate for the future of AI-powered recruiting.