
As passionate recruiters seeking to elevate our craft, staying ahead means constantly adapting to new methods. Whether you're stuck in the trenches of the contingent model or looking to refine your retained search techniques, this episode serves as a catalyst for change that can lead to more predictable revenue and stronger relationships.
By tuning in, you will discover the secrets to:
1. Mastering the financial commitment from clients that yield a rigorous search process and safeguard your efforts.
2. Converting contingent work to retained work, leading to a snowball effect on winning more retained searches and nurturing enduring connections.
3. Outperforming large executive firms by leveraging the bespoke nature of boutique agencies to offer personalized services and more flexible pricing.
This episode is packed with gold nuggets, from Louise's authentic approach to recruiting to the strategic insights that can revamp your agency's approach. If you're ready to harness a new level of excellence in recruiting, simply press play and let 'The Art of Retained Search with Louise Archer' revolutionize how you think about and operate within the recruiting industry.
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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.