Episode 38 – Preparing for a Recession Part 1 with David Stephen Patterson
- S1E38
- 22:24
- June 27th 2022
In part 1 of this episode of the Elite Recruiter Podcast, I speak with DSP (David Stephen Patterson) on what you need to do to prepare for a recession as a recruiter or search firm owner.
Highlights that we talk about:
- The things that you need to do now to set your firm up for success if/when there is a downturn in the economy
- How to prepare for a recession as a recruiter
- Skills that you need to get better at to succeed during a downturn
- How you can attract some of the best talent in the industry during a downturn
David Stephan Patterson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dspatterson/
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With your Host Benjamin Mena with Select Source Solutions: http://www.selectsourcesolutions.com/
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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.