The Lone Recruiter

The Lone Recruiter

By Brett ClemensonBusinessCareers
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The Lone Recruiter episodes

  • Ep 230 - Speed is an Underrated Tool For Recruiters

    Planning is important but over-planning kills momentum.


    This ep explores why speed is one of the most underrated tools in recruitment. Whether you're sitting on a desk full of leads or a blank slate with no direction, the key is to move. Strategy only matters if it's followed by action.

    Stop obsessing over the perfect plan. Test. Tweak. Repeat. Make a mess and clean it up later. Because while others are still thinking, you're already doing


    ⚡If you're sitting on an idea, a desk, or a market… just go.
    ⚡ Speed to market is your competitive edge.

    Please like, subscribe and share if this hit home.

    5 min
  • Ep 229 - Mark Cuban's Predictions for Recruiters

    Mark Cuban just dropped a bombshell and if you're in recruitment, business, or anywhere near tech, you need to hear this. As AI blurs the line between what's real and what's fake, Cuban predicts a massive shift back to face-to-face communication, live events, and real-world trust-building.


    Why? Because in a world full of bots, being human becomes your superpower.

    In this ep, I break down Cuban’s “Milli Vanilli Effect,” the scary rise of hyper-realistic AI, and what it means for your day-to-day as a recruiter, consultant, or business operator. From coffee catch-ups and walking meetings to smart in-person hacks you can start using today. This is your playbook for building trust in a post-AI world.

    👉 Why real-life connection is becoming a premium skill

    👉 What recruiters can do now to get ahead of the AI curve
    👉 Simple steps to get out from behind the screen — and win
    👉And why Cuban might be the only billionaire you should be listening to right now

    If you’ve been hiding behind Teams calls and DMs, it’s time to shift gears. The next big growth move? Show up in real life.

    11 min
  • Ep 228 - Market cycles and Your Opportunity Today

    Today’s market might feel tight, but this is exactly when smart recruiters can set themselves up for extraordinary success. 

    Many internal TA teams have been dismantled. That means the usual gatekeepers are gone and the window of opportunity is wide open.

    In this ep, I’ll break down:

    ✅ Why we’re in a golden patch where you can grow market share faster than ever
    ✅ How to plant seeds with clients now, so you’re their first call when the market rebounds
    ✅ What to do during slow periods to strengthen your desk and build pipeline

    When the recovery wave hits, those who invested in relationships and stayed consistent will reap the biggest rewards.

    Don’t sit back waiting. This is your time to shine.

    Please like, share, and subscribe as it really helps us grow.

    8 min
  • Ep 227 - Lessons from Wrexham: How to Double Your Success in 2025!

    The tactics, mindset, and habits that built your desk to this point won’t be enough to reach your next level.


    Whether you’re a $200k biller aiming for $500k, or pushing from $500k to a million, you’ll need new tools, tighter time management, and the discipline to evolve.

    In this ep, you’ll hear why simply doing more of what you’ve always done isn’t the answer and how to start changing your approach. 

    ✋ Why only relying only on fundamentals eventually hits a ceiling

    ✋ How to compress wasted time between and within tasks
    ✋ The importance of protecting your time

    9 min
  • Ep 226 - Feeling Scattered? Let's Fix That!

    In this ep, Brett shares a clear strategy to help recruiters cut through chaos and get their desks under control.


    From prioritising active roles to layering outreach strategies (ads, emails, mailouts, and calls), this is your practical blueprint for making progress - fast.

    You’ll walk away with:

    👉 A simple system to triage and tackle active roles
    👉 How to shift your mindset from busy to productive
    👉 A smarter way to layer candidate outreach
    👉 A two-week desk plan you can use today

    You don’t need more chaos - you need a game plan. Here it is.

    8 min
  • Ep 225 - The Mindset Episode Every Recruiter Needs

    Feeling flat? Need a fire lit under you? This ep is your personal pep talk.

    Recruitment can be brutal, but it's also one of the most rewarding careers out there, if you have the right mindset. Here is my heartfelt affirmation for every recruiter who’s ever doubted themselves, hit a dry patch, or just needed to hear they’ve still got it.

    You’ll walk away from this ep feeling recharged, realigned, and ready to attack the day.

    Tune in for:

    👉 Why you’re already a powerhouse recruiter

    👉 How to turn a down day into fuel

    👉 That momentum comes from action — not motivation

    👉 Excellence is your standard, not a destination

     

    6 min
  • Ep 224 - Leading From the Front: A Million-Dollar Recruiter’s Journey

    In this special ep recorded live at RCSA's TalentX conference in Sydney, Darren Farmeary from Peoplebank unpacks the highs and challenges of being a billing manager - a role he calls “one of the toughest gigs in recruitment.”.

    Darren share his insights on:

    • The balance between being a top biller and managing a team

    • Why great account managers don’t always make great leaders

    • The importance of being selfless and investing in your team’s success

    • His “lead from the front” leadership style and impressive billing stats: $18M personally and $42M EBITDA through his team

    • The underrated power of being curious (“nosy”) about clients and candidates

    • Why passion and enjoyment (not pressure) drive long-term success in recruitment

      9 min
    • Ep 223 - Discipline isn't Sexy but it Beats Being Broke

      Today I unpack one of the most important traits in recruitment and business: discipline.

      There’s no applause for showing up when it’s cold, quiet, and no one’s watching - but it’s exactly those moments that build million-dollar billers.


      Whether you’re in a boom or bust cycle, your ability to stick to your non-negotiables could be the difference between thriving or barely surviving.

      Key Takeaways:

      👉 Most People Quit Early – Especially when things are tough or results are slow.
      👉 Your "Promise Muscle" Matters – Keeping promises to yourself builds trust and momentum.
      👉 It’s Easy When It’s Sunny – True discipline shows up when it’s dark, cold, and hard.
      👉 Structure Wins in Chaos – Your plan is your anchor when recruitment days go off the rails.
      👉 Broke Ain’t Sexy – You either choose the pain of discipline or the pain of regret.

      This one’s raw, honest and a perfect kick-in-the-pants for recruiters (and anyone) who knows they’re capable of more.

      7 min
    • Ep 222 - The Power of Showing Up with Hishem Azzouz of The Recruitment Mentors.

      Today's ep is my chat with UK-based podcaster Hishem Azzouz recorded at the RCSA's 2025 Talent X conference. Hishem has built a global recruitment community through his podcast The Recruitment Mentors.


      We cover what still works in recruitment - meeting face to face, picking up the phone - and why those “old school” tactics are now a real advantage.

      Tune in for:

      👉 Why consistency and a clear purpose matter 

      👉 The misconception that UK recruitment is purely transactional
      👉 Simple, practical ways to stand out
      👉 The challenge of curating podcast content for different recruiter needs

      11 min
    • Ep 221- Want to Bill $1Million a year? Consistency is King

      Forget big wins followed by zero months! If your billing is a rollercoaster, you’re not ready to scale. This ep dives into the first real step to becoming a million-dollar biller: building a stable, repeatable monthly rhythm.


      Consistency is vital!

      👉 Why mindset, energy, and resilience set the base

      👉 How to spot the chaos in your current numbers
      👉 What happens when you shift from sporadic highs to steady wins

      When you know what gets results (and you can do it again and again) you gain control. And that control is what pushes you past the $500k ceiling.


      Start small, build the habit, and set your foundations strong.

      7 min

    About The Lone Recruiter

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    Welcome to the Lone Recruiter Podcast!


    Each week, we bring you short, fast and high energy podcasts designed to give you the motivation, mindset & resilience you need to be your best…