
Stop Strategizing, Start Doing: Carson Dimond's Action Plan for Success
- S1E216
- 38:37
- February 13th 2025
How did Carson Dimond manage to leap from college classrooms to founding a successful recruiting firm, while others still strategize endlessly?
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In this engaging episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, Benjamin Mena hosts Carson Dimond, a young entrepreneur who takes us through his remarkable journey of launching a thriving recruiting company while still in college. In today's rapidly changing job market, recruiters face unprecedented challenges—such as adopting new technologies, mastering AI, or redefining operational strategies. As the industry evolves, so does the need for innovative approaches to recruiting. Carson’s experience offers an inspiring blueprint for those looking to break free from conventional career paths, turn passion into productivity, and build a distinctive and successful business.
- Unlock the secrets of translating youthful ambition into entrepreneurial success, as Carson shares practical strategies focusing on action over endless strategizing, emphasizing the importance of learning through doing.
- Gain insights into carving out a niche by merging personal interests with professional expertise, showcased by Carson's unique blend of recruiting and E-commerce, which set his firm apart in a competitive landscape.
- Master the art of effective networking and referrals, understanding how Carson utilizes genuine relationships and dynamic communication to build trust, expand his business network, and consistently attract top-tier clients.
Ready to elevate your recruiting game with actionable insights and an entrepreneurial mindset? Listen to this episode of The Elite Recruiter Podcast and learn from Carson Dimond as he unfolds the roadmap to actionable success in the recruiting industry.
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The Elite Recruiter Podcast
The Elite Recruiter Podcast is the number one podcast for recruiting professionals.
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.