The Lone Recruiter

The Lone Recruiter

By Brett ClemensonBusinessCareers
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The Lone Recruiter episodes

  • Ep 270 - Is LinkedIn RPS+ Worth It For Recruiters?

    In today's ep, I walk you through LinkedIn’s new RPS Plus platform, the next evolution of the recruiter license. After meeting with my rep, I put the new features to the test and found a few surprises, including one genuine game changer recruiters need to know about.

    I cover the three core functions LinkedIn is rolling out, what actually matters for recruiters with an active desk, and the real results from a live search comparison.


    If you’ve been wondering whether RPS Plus is hype, helpful, or just more noise, this episode gives you the clarity you need.

    Tune in for:

    👉 What RPS Plus actually includes
    👉 The big difference between the traditional recruiter license and RPS Plus
    👉 The AI agent and why it makes me nervous
    👉 The new client targeting features
    👉 The candidate search upgrade that genuinely impressed me
    👉 Real testing: the 10 percent uplift that shocked me
    👉 Whether I think it’s worth upgrading

    If you get value from this ep, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe. It really helps the show grow.

    11 min
  • Ep 269 - Protect Your Bandwidth, Close More Deals

    Your mental bandwidth is one of the most powerful tools you have for closing deals, but most recruiters never protect it. In this episode I explain why your KPIs can look perfect while your deals still fall apart and how life stress can quietly drain the thinking time you need to make placements stick.

    Tune in to learn:

    👉 Why strong KPIs do not guarantee results

    👉 How bandwidth gets destroyed by life outside work
    👉 The real reason deals stop sticking when you are overloaded
    👉 Why your best ideas appear during downtime
    👉 How a simple daily 15 minute walk can unlock stalled deals
    👉 Practical ways to protect and rebuild your mental bandwidth

    If your desk is not performing and nothing is sticking, this episode shows you what is really going on and how to get your momentum back.

    7 min
  • Ep 268 - The Secret to Snapping Out of a Bad Moment

    Ever been smashed by a deal going sideways, a client flipping at the last second, or a candidate ghosting you right when you needed the win?


    In this ep, I share the exact tactic I use the moment I get hit by a huge curveball at my desk. No wandering around. No long recovery. Just an immediate and practical way to get your momentum back fast.

    Many recruiters lose hours in the space between activities. I'll show you how to cut that wasted time with the simple two-call reset that gets you back in control instantly. This is a fast, focused mindset tool for the days that knock you around.

    Tune in for:

    👉 What to do in the first two seconds after bad news
    👉 The two activity rule that resets your rhythm
    👉 Why quick action shrinks overwhelm
    👉 How to rebuild momentum in minutes, not hours

    Subscribe to The Lone Recruiter to get a discount code for the best pricing on LAUNCH 2026: The Mindset of a Million Dollar Biller. 

    6 min
  • Ep 267 - LAUNCH 2026: The Mindset of a Million Dollar Biller (and the 6 Traits That Built It)

    This is the biggest thing I’ve ever announced on The Lone Recruiter and I’m so bloody excited! 


    In February, I’m hitting the road with the RCSA for a national tour:

    LAUNCH 2026 - The Mindset of a Million Dollar Biller.

    It’s a high-energy, half-day live summit built to help you reset your mindset, recharge your energy, and rebuild the habits that make consistency (and revenue) inevitable.

    We’re going deep on the six foundational traits every million-dollar biller builds from - the same ones that have shaped my own career and every top performer I’ve ever coached.

    In this episode, I’ll break those six traits down - what they are, why they matter and how this event will take them to a whole new level.

    If you’ve ever felt stuck, inconsistent, or ready for a bigger version of yourself in 2026 - this is where it starts.

    Grab your TICKETS now before they’re gone.

    This one will sell out fast! 

    7 min
  • Ep 266 - Time Blindness in Recruitment: How to Fix It and Boost Productivity

    Have you ever finished a workday and wondered where all the time went? 

    Today I break down the concept of time blindness and why it shows up so strongly in recruitment. Whether you have ADHD or you just struggle to stay aware of time during your day, this episode will help you understand what’s going on and what to do about it.

    I share a real story from inside my office, how identifying time blindness changed one recruiter’s results almost overnight, and the simple hacks you can use to become more productive without working longer hours.

    Tune in for

    👉 What time blindness actually is
    👉 Why it’s so common in recruitment
    👉 How it affects calls, productivity and billings
    👉 Practical fixes you can apply today
    👉 How shorter work windows can dramatically increase output
    👉 How to use time blocks, calendars and timers the right way

    11 min
  • Ep 265 - The Secret to Faster Deals: Get Your Candidates to Cancel Interviews

    What if the fastest way to close more deals is by getting your candidates to cancel interviews?


    It sounds risky, but in this ep, I share a story from the office this week that proves exactly why this strategy works and how it can actually secure the deal, eliminate risk, and make everyone happier in the process.

    Tune in for:


    👉 How a deal story that went from “maybe” to “done” in under an hour
    👉 The psychology behind getting pre-acceptance before the offer
    👉 Why speed is everything in recruitment and how to use it to your advantage
    👉 How to confidently ask a candidate to cancel other interviews without burning bridges
    👉 When it’s smart to open up their options and when it’s time to close them down

    If you’ve ever lost a placement at the finish line, this one’s for you.

    Follow The Lone Recruiter for weekly tactics, real stories, and straight-talking advice that helps you win more deals faster.

    7 min
  • Ep 264 - Mind Over Matter: How to Build Unshakable Resilience

    Do you want to build resilience? This ep runs through a mindset shift that’ll help you push past hesitation, fear, and overthinking so you can take action faster and build real resilience.

    I share a simple technique for overriding your body’s resistance, whether it’s about cold calls, client conversations, or tough decisions in business.

    Tune in for:

    👉 How to train your “action muscle” when your brain says no
    👉 Why hesitation kills momentum (and how to stop it)
    👉 How building resilience translates to recruiting success

    If you’ve ever found yourself overthinking instead of doing, this one’s for you.

    8 min
  • Ep 263 - Recruiter Cash Flow Secrets: Surviving the Christmas Slowdown

    Ever felt that heart-sinking moment in December when you realise no money’s coming in till February? You’re not alone.


    In this ep, I’m breaking down how to manage your recruitment cash flow heading into Christmas and early 2026, so you can breathe easy, take time off, and still stay profitable.

    Whether you’re a solo recruiter, small agency owner, or contractor, this one’s packed with practical steps to keep your business stable when placements pause and invoices drag out.

    Tune in for:

    👉 The two-bucket cash flow method every recruiter should use
    👉 How to forecast what’s landing before vs after Christmas
    👉 Quick levers to pull if cash is tight (without panic)
    👉 How to prioritise deals that actually pay you this year
    👉 Why visibility beats stress every time

    11 min
  • Ep 262 - The Power of Words and Tone

    Most recruiters think their results come down to volume, more calls, more emails, more activity. But what if your next big win came from saying less and saying it better?

    In this ep, I share two moments from my week that reminded me how much tone and word choice influence the outcomes we get. From candidate conversations to client meetings, how you speak can change everything.

    Tune in for:

    👉 Why saying less (with confidence) often gets better results
    👉 How tone impacts authority, trust, and engagement
    👉 Phrases recruiters should stop using immediately
    👉 The “no when” rule that changes the way you book interviews
    👉 Why recording yourself might be the best coaching tool you’ve got

    If all you take away from this ep is more awareness of what you’re saying and how it sounds, you’ll already be ahead of most recruiters.

    11 min
  • Ep 261 - What to Publish on LinkedIn (and Why It Works). The 2025 Playbook for Recruiters (pt 2)

    What should you actually post on LinkedIn? It’s the question that keeps most recruiters stuck, not from lack of ideas, but fear of what will or won’t work.

    In this ep, I share the simple framework I use to create content that cuts through and builds real trust. No tricks, no hacks, just clarity, consistency and genuine value.

    Tune in for:

    👉 The three content pillars that actually convert
    👉 Why most recruiters overthink what to say
    👉 How to make posts that work without feeling fake
    👉 The type of content that gets you inbound leads

    Want the full 2025 LinkedIn Playbook?


    Subscribe to: https://thelonerecruiter.com/linkedin-algorithm-playbook/ and get the algorithm breakdown straight to your inbox!

    12 min

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