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The Elite Recruiter Podcast

Leading 3,500 Recruiters: A Masterclass on Navigating Change With Admiral Jim Waters

  • S1E224
  • 51:29
  • March 24th 2025

Ever wondered how the U.S. Navy tackles the challenge of recruiting 50,000 new sailors each year to maintain its formidable force? Join us as Admiral Jim Waters shares powerful insights on leading over 3,500 recruiters through transformative organizational change.

 

In today's competitive job market, the military faces unique challenges from low unemployment rates and evolving societal conditions, such as the increasing diagnosis of mental health issues. This episode delivers crucial insights into how the Navy adapts to these changing conditions while maintaining an emphasis on readiness and cultural growth. Whether you're in the military or agency recruitment, understanding these dynamics offers valuable perspectives on leading large teams and pioneering change in your organization.


  • Discover how Admiral Waters initiated over 20 key changes in just one week, focusing on reducing administrative burdens and increasing recruiter efficiency, thus transforming the Navy’s recruitment landscape.
  • Unearth the creative methodologies employed to redefine recruiter roles, including rapid medical waiver processes and advanced data analytics, emphasizing the strategic importance of each recruiter’s efforts.
  • Gain insights into the cultural shifts facilitated through enhanced communication, from monthly YouTube live streams to innovative podcasts, reinforcing a unified mission-centric approach that every leader can learn from.

 

Dive into this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast and uncover the game-changing tactics that can elevate your recruitment strategies to elite standards. Listen now for exclusive access to Admiral Waters' mastery in commanding change.



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Benjamin Mena is a Managing Partner of Select Source Solutions a boutique staffing agency based in the Washington DC Metro.

He specializes in GovCon, Cyber, Blockchain, Web3, Talent Acquisition recruiting along with many other things.

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