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| 256: And That's A Wrap! | 13 Mar 2026 | 00:02:07 | |
Thank you for tuning in for (gasp) 2.5 years! We can hardly believe it ourselves! | |||
| 255: How To Adapt Your Sourcing Playbook To The AI Revolution | 12 Mar 2026 | 00:12:27 | |
The traditional headhunter is dying and if you’re still searching for talent based on job titles, you’re already being outpaced by the machines. You will learn:
P.S: if you want to modernize your sourcing strategy but lack the tools, go to loxo.co/products/source and book a demo today. | |||
| 146: Tactical Tuesday - Understanding Candidate Motivations With the CLAMPS Framework ft. Vivien Maron | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:14:56 | |
Here's the thing: Money is a big thing, but it isn't the only deciding factor for candidates. In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien discuss allllll the many factors that can influence a candidate's decision when considering job opportunities. Throughout the conversation, they reference the CLAMPS framework — which includes Challenges, Location, Advancement Opportunities, Money, People, and Security — as a tool to understand candidate motivations. Vivien suggests recruiters use this framework in interviews, asking open-ended questions to uncover powerful insights that can shape job postings, salary expectations, role structure, and beyond. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 02:05 - The top reasons candidates consider new job opportunities 04:30 - Analyzing candidate patterns to reveal hidden motivations 08:10 - Finding out what candidates really want: The CLAMPS method 14:42 - Closing thoughts: Mastering candidate motivations to improve hiring Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 184: Trending Topics - Emerging Skills & Roles in the Age of AI ft. Lex Winship | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:31:47 | |
In this Trending Topics episode, Sam and Lex dive into two recent reports — one detailing skills on the rise and the other detailing in-demand jobs — both of which highlight the transformative impact of AI on the job market. The most surprising thing? Many of these skills and roles didn't even exist 10 (or even five) years ago. The conversation explores the importance of soft skills in an AI-driven world, the latest trends in recruitment, and the necessity of upskilling for future success. Check it out! If you want to dig a bit deeper on your own, the two reports we discuss in this episode are: Chapters: 00:00 - Understanding the transformation of the hiring landscape 04:30 - Identifying the most in-demand and fastest-growing skills today 12:14 - Hiring for the future: the essential role of soft skills alongside new tech 15:40 - Exploring emerging job roles and titles in the US market. 22:41 - Global talent trends: the most in-demand jobs in the current tech era Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 164: Tactical Tuesday - Important Recruitment KPIs — And How To Improve Them ft. Vivien Maron | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:22:00 | |
In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam is joined by Vivien to discuss key performance indicators (KPIs) in recruitment — with a focus on how to improve metrics such as time-to-source, time-to-submission, and submission-to-hire conversion rates. Throughout the conversation, Sam and Vivien emphasize the importance of leveraging technology and AI to streamline the recruitment process, enhance candidate engagement, and improve outreach strategies — because sometimes, the right usage of automation can help make our efforts more human, not less. That being said: the conversation also touches on the increasing significance of creativity in communication and the need to stand out in a crowded market, particularly on platforms like LinkedIn. It's a must-listen episode! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro: Mastering recruitment KPIs and creative outreach 02:25 - Time-to-source optimization: Finding top talent faster 09:36 - Time-to-submission optimization: Tips for efficient hiring workflows 15:24 - Submission-to-hire success: Turning candidate submissions into hires 19:55 - Mastering LinkedIn InMail: Engaging candidates in a crowded space Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 143: Trending Topics - Ghost Jobs Are Actually Kind Of Scary... ft. Vivien Maron & Lex Winship | 31 Oct 2024 | 00:40:59 | |
It's Halloween, so we had to celebrate the occasion by diving into a trend that honestly has us a little spooked... Ghost jobs. In this Tactical Tuesday-Trending Topics episode, we explore the rise in ghost jobs, the various "why"s behind companies and recruiters posting them, and some alternatives that don't give us goosebumps or make our spines tingle. At the end of the day, we ask ourselves this: It's hard enough for jobseekers out there — do we really need to complicate things further with something as harrowing & blood-curdling as made-up jobs??? Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to our haunted Halloween episode on ghost jobs 03:30 - What exactly is a ghost job? Defining this spooky trend 08:48 - The rise of ghost jobs: What recruiters need to know 16:35 - Better ways to recruit without resorting to ghost jobs 24:48 - How ghost jobs are haunting the wider job market 32:05 - Do ghost jobs fit recruiter ethics? Exploring the debate 38:50 - Final recommendations: Avoiding ghost jobs in recruitment Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 140: Tactical Tuesday - Using the 80/20 Rule for Cold Outreach ft. Vivien Maron | 22 Oct 2024 | 00:08:34 | |
In this Tactical Tuesday, Vivien joins to discuss the challenges recruiters face in standing out amidst a cluttered communication landscape — particularly on platforms like LinkedIn. One key for breaking through the noise? Using the 80/20 rule. In short: she emphasizes the importance of personalization in outreach, understanding candidate motivators, and the need for creativity to capture attention. We know it can be hard to be this creative at scale — which is why Vivien's 80/20 rule is so fantastic. With this method, you send your most tailored, specific, and customized outreach to the top 20% of talent. Looking for a method that may work for the 80%? Check out our Tactical Tuesday episode on the ABCD Method of cold outreach. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 02:06 - Why LinkedIn InMails get ignored by candidates 03:39 - How the 80/20 model can improve your candidate outreach 05:45 - How personalized outreach is more powerful than ever 07:37 - Final takeaways: Standing out in candidate outreach Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 136: Tactical Tuesday - AI Bots Applying To Jobs? | 08 Oct 2024 | 00:08:20 | |
If you had any doubt that we lived in the future, the title of this episode probably would've confirmed it for you. The conversation around AI is nothing new — but there have been several news articles lately around AI technology that allows candidates to apply to thousands of jobs within minutes. Scroll through LinkedIn Jobs and you'll likely see 100+ applicants for every single job in the feed — and this isn't a new problem, just one that's about to get a whole lot worse. The burden on talent teams (especially in-house) to sift through all of these applications is growing — and therein lies the opportunity for recruiters. A quick listen filled with lots of context and takeaways — you don't want to miss this one! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 02:12 - The AI-driven job application surge: What recruiters need to know 04:35 - Helping in-house recruiters navigate the flood of AI applications 07:40 - Final thoughts: Key takeaways for recruiters in the AI era Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 116: Tactical Tuesday - Creative New Ways to Approach Sourcing ft. Vivien Maron | 30 Jul 2024 | 00:08:57 | |
When it comes to the most fundamental parts of your workflow, it's easy to get into a bit of a rut — and sometimes difficult to think outside the box. The reality is that there is still a ton of creativity to apply to every step of your workflow — especially sourcing. Our Tactical Tuesday queen, Vivien, is back with some tips & tricks that will uplevel your sourcing game instantly. For example:
Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 02:13 - Pro strategies for finding difficult-to-reach candidates 05:11 - Getting started with advanced sourcing tactics 07:00 - Concluding advice and goodbye Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.cohttps://loxo.co/blog/podcast/089-tactical-tuesday-post-placement-candidate-hiring-manager-check-ins-ft-vivien-maron/ | |||
| 105: Tactical Tuesday - Job Titles & Voice Memos [RECORDED LIVE IN LONDON] | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:10:09 | |
This special Tactical Tuesday episode comes from a recent LIVE Loxo event in London. We gathered 20 of the area's top recruitment movers & shakers for panel conversations, Q&As, and some good old fashioned networking. Over the next few weeks, we'll be sharing some of those sessions (fare thee well, FOMO). Today's focuses on two tips for expanding both your reach and your reply rates — from splitting up your job titles in your searches to sending voice memos. Given the fact that this was recorded live at an event, you may notice that the sound quality is not at our standard level — we apologize for that, but certainly think this content is still well worth a listen! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 01:59 - Pro tip: advanced boolean search strategies 08:27 - How to increase reply rates in outreach Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.cohttps://loxo.co/blog/podcast/089-tactical-tuesday-post-placement-candidate-hiring-manager-check-ins-ft-vivien-maron/ | |||
| 076: Mic Drop - Why Your ATS (and Your Workflow) NEED to Evolve ft. Matt Chambers | 14 Mar 2024 | 00:33:03 | |
In this episode, Sam has Loxo's Founder and CEO, Matt Chambers, on to discuss the challenges recruiters face when choosing an ATS or CRM. They share insights from their conversations with many recruiters over the years — and highlight the importance of considering long-term strategy and the impact of technology on recruitment. They also discuss the fear of change and the benefits of optimizing your workflow. This is a jam-packed episode, especially for recruiters who know things are changing and that they need to adapt, but aren't quite sure where to start. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 01:24 - Unraveling the ATS Market: A Comprehensive Guide for Recruiters 06:22 - The Evolution of Technology in Recruitment 13:40 - Taking a Long-Term Approach to Recruitment Strategy 21:01 - Web 2.0 and the Era of Integrations 25:44 - Overcoming Change Resistance: Innovation in Recruitment 29:29 - The Power of Unified Workflows in Recruitment 34:10 - Decentralization: Impact and Opportunities Across Industries 35:16 - Closing Thoughts and Farewell from the Podcast Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 072: From Recruiters to Trusted Talent Advisors ft. Thom Alascio | 29 Feb 2024 | 00:34:20 | |
In this episode, Thom Alascio, partner and founder at Palermo Rhodes, joins us to discuss the power of the candidate status report in the recruitment process. He explains how this report can be used to sell retainers, engage clients, and make strategic adjustments in the search process. Throughout the conversation, Thom's biggest sticking point is this: The importance of building trust with clients and positioning oneself as a trusted advisor rather than a transactional recruiter. He also shares his experience of transitioning to a fully retained search model and the positive impact it has had on his business. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 01:22 - Revealing the Power of the Candidate Status Report 08:52 - Delivering Delight: Engaging Clients Through Reports 15:28 - Kickstarting Recruitment: Crafting the Initial Client Roster 21:28 - Crafting the Perfect Candidate Status Report 24:30 - Safeguarding Resumes and Private Information 28:07 - From Contingency to Retained: Thom's Transition Success 32:40 - Closing Thoughts: Reflecting on the Importance of Trust and Strategy Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 053: Effective Time Management for Recruiters ft. Justin Bellante | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:28:35 | |
In this interview, Justin Bellante, CEO of Titan Placement Group, delves into time management strategies. The discussion covers a variety of strategies — from conducting time audits and power hours, to workday structures, using call scripts, and more. Justin underscores the importance of task alignment for workflow optimization. Throughout the conversation, he and Sam discuss intrinsic motivation, routine, adaptability, workflow personalization, and gauging success through efficiency and goals. This is a jam-packed episode filled with tons of insights on time management and efficiency for recruiters — a differentiator that will be CRITICAL in 2024. You don't want to miss this! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 01:21- Mastering Time Management: Insights from Justin Bellante's Journey 04:31 - Time Auditing Unveiled: Strategies and Applications for Recruiters 08:47 - Power Hours Unleashed: Productivity Hacks and Monitoring Methods 12:18 - Time Management Flexibility: Strategies for Different Working Styles 15:48 - Revolutionizing Workflow: Recommendations for Recruiter Tools 23:09 - Commencing the Time Management Journey: Initial Steps and Indicators 26:18 - Concluding Insights: Wrapping Up the Time Management Conversation Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 169: Tactical Tuesday - Efficiently Schedule Interviews & Present Candidates to Hiring Managers ft. Vivien Maron | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:11:24 | |
In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien dive into the importance of efficiency — covering everything from strategies to get interviews scheduled more quickly to establishing more clear, open communication channels between recruiters and hiring managers so that presenting candidates becomes more streamlined. A 15 minute episode jam-packed with tons of takeaways you can start acting on today — we're not joking when we say we're about efficiency! Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Tactical Tuesday: Efficiency in Recruiting 04:20 - Targeting the Right Talent: Matching Skills to Needs 06:36 - The Biggest Recruiting Efficiency Mistake (and How to Fix It) 09:00 - Final Thoughts: Mastering Recruiting Efficiency Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 035: The Old and New Ways in Recruiting Business Development ft. Matt Chambers | 12 Oct 2023 | 00:24:10 | |
In this Trending Topic episode, Matt and Sam discuss the “old ways” and “new ways” of recruiting business development — and the impact these trends have on recruiters. Matt shares his insights and experiences in the industry, and we’ll explore how recruiting business development has historically been done, what has changed in the digital world, some best practices that you can implement, and business development strategies for recruiting firms. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 02:26 - Adapting business development in the digital age 04:26 - Unveiling the best business development methods for recruiters 11:50 - Elevating executive search: Best practices for success 15:49 - The ripple effect: Harnessing delight and word of mouth 20:08 - Scaling Up: Strategies for effective business development 22:37 - Becoming a valuable talent advisor 24:18 - Podcast Recap Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 034: Tactical Tuesday - How to Stand Out in the Inbox ft. Vivien Maron | 10 Oct 2023 | 00:27:15 | |
Unlocking the power of recruiting emails: Expert tips for higher open rates and responses In this Tactical Tuesday episode, we discuss the art of writing effective recruiting emails. Vivien shares her expert insights on crafting subject lines that grab attention, using humor and curiosity to engage recipients, and standing out from the sea of generic messages. Join us as we reveal the secrets to writing recruiting emails that not only get opened, but also receive replies. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction: Crafting irresistible recruiting emails 01:51 - The art of subject lines: Maximum openings and responses 07:26 - The email body: Mastering LinkedIn Inmails and engaging emails 11:56 - Salary talk: When and how to share compensation with candidates 19:42 - The power of the perfect Call to Action: Boosting response rates 22:21 - Unveiling hidden insights: Gathering feedback from candidates 24:58 - Applying proven strategies: Real-world implementation 28:05 - Wrapping up Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 030: Tactical Tuesday - Using ChatGPT As Your Virtual Assistant ft. Vivien Maron | 26 Sep 2023 | 00:15:48 | |
Welcome back to another Tactical Tuesday episode with Vivien Maron. Today we discuss the use of ChatGPT as a virtual assistant to help manage your daily admin tasks and stay organized. From defining scope of work to communication preferences, confidentiality, and prioritization, Vivien provides valuable tips to make your partnership with ChatGPT a success. Listen in for plenty of insights and best practices on how to effectively outsource some of your daily workload and fast track your way to achieving your goals. Link to ChatGPT prompts used during the episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xMOREeDpL_GXNDlb2FZr4nOSWwk_iQQam1y5GQJED_w/edit?usp=sharing | |||
| 029: Logic + Emotion in Attracting New Clients ft. Will McGhee | 21 Sep 2023 | 00:38:54 | |
Today’s episode is Part 2 of our interview with Will McGhee. Will joins us to discuss how to use the data you uncovered as part of your unique selling position to craft the message you take to the market and the angle to use it. One of the secrets? Instead of positioning oneself as a recruiter, Will emphasizes the need to be seen as offering a solution. Join us as we discuss practical applications like direct messaging using aspirational state angles and social media posts featuring problem-aware angles. | |||
| 009: Tactical Tuesday - Creating a HELPFUL Screening Questionnaire ft. Vivien Maron | 01 Aug 2023 | 00:09:22 | |
Vivien is back, this time with screening questionnaires. AI can create just about anything... but is it good? Screening questionnaires can save an inordinate amount of time if done well, which makes them a simple but highly effective means of identifying proper candidates. In this Tactical Tuesday, let's tackle the process of creating a helpful screening questionnaire using AI – tips on things to avoid and how to get the most out of your input in generative learning engines. Link to ChatGPT prompts used during the episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vndK54O4gM9TKymA5KejNh1NZOSPaAtf6Ey03pSG_yk/edit?usp=sharing | |||
| 011: Tactical Tuesday - Creating an Effective Interview Package with ChatGPT ft. Vivien Maron | 08 Aug 2023 | 00:13:09 | |
In the first episode of a three-part miniseries on interview prep, we’re with Vivien Maron again to dive deeper into the world of interview preparation with ChatGPT. Vivien explores the essentials of crafting an email that confirms interview details, as well as provides candidates with all the necessary information and tips to excel in their interviews. From researching the company and role to practicing common and behavioral questions, Vivien will guide us through the process step by step. Link to ChatGPT prompts used during the episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R54hxqYGpe1mYhARpwFMmH37ivC5XxnptKayZR-8D88/edit?usp=sharing Don't forget that you can submit your questions for our upcoming Q&A episodes by emailing us at podcast@loxo.co | |||
| 026: Tactical Tuesday - How to Prepare for a Successful Client Onboarding ft. Vivien Maron | 12 Sep 2023 | 00:09:59 | |
In today's Tactical Tuesday, Vivien joins Sam for the final part of their three-part series on how to use ChatGPT to enhance your business development strategies and tactics. We discuss the crucial topic of client onboarding, covering everything from the welcome packet and kickoff call to technology onboarding and staying in constant communication with your clients. This episode is packed with practical tips and insights that will help you prepare for a successful client onboarding process. Link to ChatGPT prompts used during the episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fDqPTvkwDcAUbAkywZfea7rFov_8RpLUzyetdaevHZ4/edit? usp=sharing | |||
| 173: Tactical Tuesday - Culture Fit Doesn't Have to Be a Guessing Game ft. Vivien Maron | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:20:13 | |
Ah, culture fit: the elusive yet all-important component in the interview process. So difficult to pin down, but so critical to making the right hire. In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien explore how to effectively assess candidates not just based on their skills but their compatibility with the hiring organization's culture. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the dynamics between hiring managers and candidates, the nuances of communication preferences, and the techniques for interviewing that can reveal a candidate's true potential fit within a team. As with every Tactical Tuesday episode, you can expect some practical takeaways — this time, on gauging culture fit throughout the interview process. Chapters: 00:00 - Tactical Tuesday: Decoding Culture Fit in Hiring 03:42 - Understanding Hiring Manager Culture Preferences for Better Matches 08:47 - Extracting Culture Clues: How to Interview for True Compatibility 20:16 - Last Word of Wisdom for Recruiters Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 218: [ABP EXPERT SERIES] The 4D Approach to Account Based Prospecting ft. Mason Cosby | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:56:21 | |
Continuing our Account Based Prospecting expert series, in this episode, Sam is joined by Mason Cosby, founder and CEO of Scrappy ABM, to discuss the intricacies of account-based marketing (ABM) and its application in recruitment. Throughout the conversation, they cover a lot of ground: From exploring the importance of niching down, to identifying the right audience, and some of the challenges organizations face when implementing ABM strategies. Mason shares tactical steps for building an effective ABM program, emphasizing his 4D approach. We're not being cheeky when we say these are assets and advice you'd typically have to pay someone to give you — so listen, take notes, and be well on your way to improving your marketing and prospecting efforts...just. like. that. Chapters: 00:00 - Why ABM is the ultimate growth tool for modern recruiters 06:12 - Beyond spray and pray: Evaluating your recruitment lead generation 09:05 - Is your recruiting agency ready for account-based marketing? 16:10 - How to build your ABM strategy for client acquisition 35;01 - How to find and leverage data to build your ideal client profile 41:50 - From data to deal: Activating your ABM client prospecting 54:05 - Beyond placements: Calculating the ROI of your ABM strategy Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 208: Tactical Tuesday - 10 *Actually* Creative Recruitment Ideas ft. Vivien Maron | 09 Jul 2025 | 00:16:09 | |
In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien shake things up a bit — bringing you some actually creative strategies for capturing the attention of both hiring managers and candidates. We've said it before, we've said it again: the recruitment landscape right now is highly competitive, and the same strategies that worked last year won't necessarily cut it anymore. With these 10 creative prospecting ideas, you'll be on your way to building stronger relationships, developing more engaging outreach, and standing out where it matters most. Chapters: 00:00 - Creative prospecting strategies that actually work in 2025 02:10 - The high-impact strategy of in-person outreach 02:54 - The strategic power of a well-timed invitation 03:54 - The surprisingly high ROI of client prospecting gifts 04:58 - Delivering a smile right to their desk 06:04 - Why the handwritten note is your new recruiting superpower 09:25 - Gamify your outreach with prospect bingo 10:40 - Creative candidate submittals that get you noticed 11:15 - How a curated playlist can showcase company culture 12:18 - Why a well-placed joke can open doors 13:06 - Streamline your submittal process to close deals faster Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 027: “We’re Hiring” Posts Don’t Cut It Anymore - How to Attract Talent in Today’s Market ft. MJ Smith | 14 Sep 2023 | 00:39:01 | |
On today’s episode we are joined by MJ Smith, CMO of CoLab. MJ shares valuable insights on the art of crafting job advertisements and descriptions that attract and excite the right candidates. MJ dives into her unique approach to recruiting - sharing tips on leveraging LinkedIn, positioning job posts, and how to conduct effective screening processes. Whether you're a hiring manager looking to revamp your recruitment efforts or simply interested in the art of attracting top talent, this episode has the tactical advice you need. | |||
| 119: Out-Selling the Status Quo in Your BizDev Efforts ft. Jen Allen-Knuth | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:41:23 | |
In this continuation of our series on business development for recruiters, Jen Allen-Knuth (aka Demand Jen) joins us to shares insights on effective sales strategies and the importance of challenging the status quo. Jen's strategy is simple: she emphasizes the need to understand the customer's problem and beliefs before pitching a solution. When you do this, "personalization" looks a lot different from a simple merge field, but it also becomes a lot more intuitive. Sharing examples and anecdotes along the way, Jen encourages recruiters to outthink their competition and focus on delivering a great sales experience as they begin their business development efforts. If you're a recruiter looking for tips on bizdev, look no further — this episode and all of our August episodes have what you need to take your BD to the next level. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 02:37 - Meet Jen Allen-Knuth: her journey and expertise 06:39 - Solving problems over pitching solutions 19:20 - Helping clients see the need for change 25:29 - Win-loss analysis: learning from successes and failures 30:05 - Upscale versus personalization: finding the right mix 39:10 - Final thoughts and closing remarks Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.cohttps://loxo.co/blog/podcast/089-tactical-tuesday-post-placement-candidate-hiring-manager-check-ins-ft-vivien-maron/ | |||
| 099: Tactical Tuesday - How to Conduct More Holistic Performance Reviews ft. Vivien Maron | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:25:30 | |
This Tactical Tuesday conversation explores the changing dynamics of work-life integration — and the subsequent need for a more holistic approach to performance reviews. Throughout, Vivien and Sam emphasize the importance of personal connection, setting the stage, and outlining the agenda at the beginning of the review. The conversation also highlights the significance of reviewing achievements, assessing goals, and discussing work-life balance. The conversation concludes by emphasizing the role of the manager in removing obstacles for the team's success and maintaining a positive and supportive atmosphere... But, as always, we don't just leave you there! Like in any Tactical Tuesday episode, you can count on actionable tips and takeaways you can put into practice TODAY. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 01:37 - Starting the Performance Review Journey 05:01 - Setting the Stage: The Review Meeting Agenda 12:47 - Mastering Feedback Delivery: Best Practices 16:32 - Empowering Employees Through Goal Setting 20:40 - Encouraging Employee Input: Managerial Techniques 24:50 - Concluding Thoughts and Farewell Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.cohttps://loxo.co/blog/podcast/089-tactical-tuesday-post-placement-candidate-hiring-manager-check-ins-ft-vivien-maron/ | |||
| 085: Tactical Tuesday - Do These 3 Things To Win More Business | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:06:30 | |
In this bite-sized Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam shares three tactics to help recruiters land more clients.
Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 01:33 - Setting Yourself Apart: Strategies for Differentiation 03:20 - Back to Basics: Reviving Traditional Methods 04:55 - Anticipating Client Needs with Prep Work 06:06 - Podcast Farewell Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 083: Tactical Tuesday - Warm Up Your Candidate Cold Calls ft. Vivien Maron | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:21:24 | |
In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien discuss the art (and science) of everyone's favorite part of recruitment...candidate cold calling.Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the fact that cold calling is still an effective method for reaching potential candidates — but that there are a few key considerations to keep in mind if you want to increase your chances of success. With that in mind, they also provide tips on making the call itself — including scripts, personalization, objection handling, leaving voicemails, and effective follow-up strategies. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 02:04 - Candidate Cold Calling: Strategies and Best Practices 04:30 - Identifying Optimal Cold Calling Times 07:15 - Tips for Crafting Engaging Cold Calling Dialogues 10:18 - The Role of Candidate Research in Cold Calling 12:33 - Effective Objection Handling in Cold Calling 16:20 - Voicemail and Missed Call Strategies 19:53 - Final Tricks and Tips for Successful Cold Calling Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 063: Tactical Tuesday - Reporting for Recruiters, Part 1 of 5 ft. Logan Heck | 30 Jan 2024 | 00:12:09 | |
In this episode, Sam has Loxo’s own reporting superstar Logan Heck on to discuss the importance of reporting for recruiters — and the reasons why many recruiters haven’t historically used reporting to its fullest potential. They also explore the foundational requirements for effective reporting and the benefits of avoiding data silos. Long story short: effective reporting requires a solid foundation, including tracking the right data, customizing fields and activities, and using a platform that makes reporting user-friendly. This episode is the first of a five-part mini-series on reporting, with future episodes diving into specific reporting topics for recruiters. Stay tuned for the rest of the series in the next few weeks! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 01:10 - Navigating Reporting Wonders: A Recruiter's Guide 03:46 - The Essence of Reporting: Vital for Solos and Teams Alike 06:22 - Reporting Realities: Overcoming Stigmas in Recruitment 08:47 - Building Blocks of Reporting: A Recruiter's Toolkit 12:05 - Wrapping Up: Insights and Teasers for What's Next Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 002: The Recruiting Funnel, Accountability, and Red Flags in Recruitment ft. Tim Sackett | 14 Jul 2023 | 00:35:33 | |
Tim Sackett joins us to discuss the importance of measuring and analyzing the recruiting funnel. He shares his experience working with Jim Levinson, head of people at Rocket Mortgage, who believed in treating hiring as a sales activity and measuring it accordingly. Sam and Tim delve into the significance of transparency and goal-setting, building trust between recruiters and hiring managers, and the role of accountability in recruitment. Tim also addresses the need for recruiters who actively want to recruit and shares insights on how to improve the effectiveness of recruiters and the organization's talent acquisition, stressing the importance of establishing relationships with customers, whether it's through outreach, sales, or marketing activities. Tim reminds us that when personalization efforts often fall short it can leave customers feeling like just another number. He highlights the value of prompted engagement in keeping customers invested and valued, while also urging recruiters to prioritize personal interaction rather than solely focusing on reaching quotas. | |||
| 134: Tactical Tuesday - The Recruiter's Guide to Email Deliverability, Pt. 1 | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:08:15 | |
Email deliverability has been a hot topic lately — especially in light of some recent changes like Google’s new spam updates and a growing emphasis on privacy. The problem of email deliverability is one that, for recruiters especially, can quickly become philosophical. Because while there are technical considerations (and challenges) to be aware of and learn to navigate, there are some bigger questions at play, too.
Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 02:06 - How to avoid rookie mistakes in your initial email outreach 03:55 - Using unsubscribe options strategically for better engagement 06:50 - Podcast wrap-up: Key takeaways for improving email engagement Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 086: Trending Topics — Standing Out When Your Audience is *Burned* Out ft. Lex Winship | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:51:07 | |
In this Trending Topics episode, Sam and Lex discuss the challenge of standing out in a noisy digital environment. Everyone's feeling the impacts of digital burnout right now — whether you're a recruiter, a marketer, or a salesperson. In an environment in which everyone is getting inundated with messages nonstop, how do you stand out? How do you create truly personalized content that goes beyond a merge field in the subject line of an email? We dive into all of this and more — highlighting the power of video, 1:1 interactions, and long-term relationship building. Interested in this topic and want to see more episodes like it? Check out all of our previous Trending Topics episodes! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 02:12 - Digital burnout 10:39 - Digital overwhelm from candidates. niche down 15:56 - Personal outreach 20:28 - Understand your audience and find the best channels 23:48 - Video. Get the best of the new tool 35:55 - How to start with video. Pro tips 39:30 - Return to the old way of doing things 46:14 - Build relationships and plan long term 52:40 - Podcast Farewell Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 036: Tactical Tuesday - Email Domain Health and Wellness ft. Rosalie + Logan | 17 Oct 2023 | 00:13:38 | |
It’s Tactical Tuesday and we’re exploring the fascinating world of email domain health and its impact on your recruitment efforts. Join our host Sam as he welcomes two special guests from the Loxo crew, Rosalie and Logan, to discuss the importance of email domain reputation, how it affects your recruiting email campaigns, and practical steps to ensure your emails are delivered successfully. Discover why blindly sending emails to a massive list of recipients might not be the best move and learn strategies to target your outreach campaigns effectively. Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation! Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction: Navigating the crucial world of email domain health 02:18 – Email domain health unveiled: Why it matters in recruitment 03:36 – Inbox Insights: Best practices and provider Limitations 05:58 – Warming up to success: Email best practices for reputation improvement 11:49 – Parting Wisdom: Recommendations and final thoughts 13:13 – Podcast outro: Wrapping up this insightful episode Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 135: 100 Reasons the TIP Will Replace the ATS - Part 1, ft. Matt Chambers | 03 Oct 2024 | 00:30:02 | |
In case you've missed it: our founder, Matt Chambers, has been sharing on LinkedIn the 100 reasons the Talent Intelligence Platform will replace the ATS. You can follow him there to catch up! In this episode, he starts to break down some of those reasons — highlighting innovation, product design, and category creation in the recruitment software space, specifically with Loxo's Talent Intelligence Platform. Why? Because Loxo is built from the ground up as a comprehensive, natively integrated platform — unlike legacy ATS systems or bolt-on solutions. Throughout the conversation, he discusses his own passion for product design, the importance of data-driven workflows, and how Loxo's innovation in areas like automated outreach and ease of use has helped define the talent intelligence category. Matt's episodes are always fun and jam-packed — be sure to tune in to hear the latest in Talent Intelligence! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 06:44 - The role of ease of use in transforming ATS systems 10:30 - How campaign sequencing enhances recruiting workflows 15:30 - Powerful recruiter workflows that optimize your process 18:30 - How cutting-edge search technology transforms recruitment 24:00 - How a free ATS and CRM gives recruiters an edge 28:00 - Why a native sales CRM is a game-changer for recruiters 30:10 - Final thoughts and key takeaways from the episode Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 108: The Beginning of Loxo and the Future of Recruitment ft. Matt Chambers [Guest on RecWired Podcast] | 04 Jul 2024 | 00:35:46 | |
In this guest episode, Loxo's CEO Matt Chambers joins Andy Hallett on the RecWired podcast to share his inspiring journey from founding Loxo in 2012 to creating a market-leading Talent Intelligence Platform. During their time together, Matt shares insights on how recruitment technology has evolved over time, the impact of AI (and how all AI is not created equal), and the unique challenges of the US and UK recruitment markets. As per usual, you'll walk away with valuable takeaways on innovation and perseverance — and how to stay ahead in an industry that is constantly evolving. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 01:58 - Founding Loxo: Matt's story 03:17 - Why ATS is no longer enough 09:10 - Fueling success with passion 15:20 - Recruitment dynamics: US vs. Europe 23:22 - Why recruiters must prioritize business development 32:44 - Analyzing the current recruitment landscape 38:47 - Wrapping up: goodbye from the podcast Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.cohttps://loxo.co/blog/podcast/089-tactical-tuesday-post-placement-candidate-hiring-manager-check-ins-ft-vivien-maron/ | |||
| 141: Former Athletes and Military Veterans Make Great Team-Player Hires ft. JR Butler | 24 Oct 2024 | 00:32:46 | |
Calling all sports fans — you guys are going to love this one! In this episode, Sam interviews JR Butler, founder and CEO of Shift Group, which focuses on bridging the gap for military veterans & former athletes as they enter into the corporate world. Throughout the conversation, JR emphasizes the importance of resilience, coachability, and teamwork in recruitment — and the fact that a 4.0 GPA can't speak to the true abilities of a candidate. Some of the innate values of those with athletic and military backgrounds make them highly trainable (and great team players!) — and JR shares how Shift Group trains and prepares them for success in sales roles and beyond. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the significance of a team-first mindset and the long-term benefits of investing in early-career talent — and thinking outside the corporate box in doing so. In short: GO TEAM! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 03:13 - JR Butler: Bridging the gap between athletes, veterans, and business 08:24 - How Shift Group tapped into a unique recruiting niche 13:02 - How soft skills reveal high-potential candidates 20:30 - The power of preparation: Coaching candidates to success 25:14 - JR Butler’s winning tactics for business development 31:22 - Departing words: How to recruit for success Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 084: Trending Topics - Is Skills-Based Hiring More Than Just a Nice Idea? ft. Lex Winship | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:42:35 | |
In this Trending Topics episode, Sam and Lex discuss the pros and cons of a topic that sounds nice in theory, but may not be as practical as many would hope: skills-based hiring. Throughout the conversation, we explore the reasons behind the shift in hiring practices — ranging from the changing value of college degrees, the impact of labor shortages, and rapidly-changing market conditions. There are so many reasons why skills-based hiring seems like a valid solution to so many problems, but what does it look like for recruiters to implement (and process-ize) this mentality? This conversation explores the benefits, challenges, and potential solutions related to skills-based hiring — highlighting some of the advantages for both companies and workers and delving into the challenges of operationalizing it. As always, we'll deliver a critical eye, some alternative approaches, and some tactical takeaways — you don't want to miss it! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 02:35 - The Debate Between Education and Skills in Hiring 11:07 - Current Trends in Skills-Based Hiring 19:16 - Encouraging Signals for Skills-Based Hiring 26:30 - Implementing Skills-Based Hiring in Practice 34:26 - Tactics for Implementing Skills-Based Hiring 39:17 - Leveraging Referrals: A Supplementary Approach to 44:20 - Podcast Farewell Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 071: Tactical Tuesday - Reporting for Recruiters, Part 5 of 5 ft. Logan Heck | 27 Feb 2024 | 00:18:47 | |
In this episode, Sam and Logan wind down our 5-part series on reporting by discussing business growth reporting and analysis — exploring the importance of reporting on business growth and how it can help identify opportunities and focus efforts. The conversation covers three core reports: loss analysis, sales rep win and loss, and split the funnel analysis. These reports provide insights into why deals are lost, how different sales reps perform, and the effectiveness of different revenue channels. With these three reports under their belts, recruiters will have insights that can improve their performance and help them become more effective. Love this episode and want to learn more about how reporting can help you optimize your efforts? Scroll back to see episodes 1-4 of the reporting series to soak up even more! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 01:34 - Navigating Business Growth: Insights from Reporting 04:34 - Report 1: Win-Loss Analysis 08:34 - Report 2: Sales Rep Performance Win-Loss Reports 11:26 - Report 3: Split Funnel Analysis 19:00 - Parting Thoughts and Podcast Farewell Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 046: The Reality of AI In Recruitment ft. Matt Chambers | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:26:44 | |
What’s the reality of AI in recruiting? How does this buzzword *really* fit into your daily routine as a recruiter? Matt Chambers joins us for a Mic Drop episode to explain his POV, debunk misconceptions, and explore the different use cases of AI in the recruiting industry. From generative AI to automated sourcing, we uncover the possibilities and discuss how recruiters can prepare themselves for the future. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 01:21 - Exploring AI's Role in Recruiting: Unveiling Its Impact and Origins 05:26 - The Rise of HR Tech Giants: Y Combinator and Its Influence on Recruiting 11:18 - Preparing Recruiters for the AI-Powered Future 14:37 - Practical AI Applications for Recruiters: Current Use Cases 22:35 - Understanding Knowledge Graphs: The Foundation of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment 27:00 - Podcast Farewell Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 246: Tactical Tuesday - Recruitment Ratios You Should Be Tracking, Pt. 4 ft. Vivien Maron | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:08:05 | |
In the finale of our Recruitment Ratios series, Sam and Vivien tackle the Interview to Placement metric, defining the efficiency gap between the rookie standard (10:1) and the expert target (5:1). The discussion moves beyond simple numbers into the tactical "control" variables of the closing process, including how to preempt scheduling bottlenecks by requesting block availability upfront and how to navigate hiring slowdowns during the holiday season. Viv also reveals a crucial anti-ghosting formula: asking candidates what they love about their current job to predict—and prevent—last-minute withdrawals during the offer stage Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcasts Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 217: Tactical Tuesday - The Outreach Side of Account Based Prospecting ft. Vivien Maron | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:12:31 | |
It's another Tactical Tuesday episode — this time with a focus on the outreach side of Account Based Prospecting. Sam and Vivien walk us through effective outreach strategies, exploring the differences between proactive and reactive outreach, and emphasizing the importance of leveraging niche expertise to stand out in a competitive landscape. One of the biggest takeaways? How important it is to understand hiring managers' unique needs — and to tailor your communication to address those specific challenges. As always, you'll walk away with tips you implement today. So, what are you waiting for? Chapters: 00:00 - Mastering account-based outreach for recruiters 02:55 - The blueprint for outreach that hiring managers notice 06:50 - Stop waiting for job ads: The proactive advantage in winning clients Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 233: Tactical Tuesday - The Account Based Prospecting Playbook for Recruiters, Pt. 3 | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:19:27 | |
Welcome back to Sam's VERY tactical series on Account Based Prospecting for recruiters! This conversation dives deeper into the intricacies of ABP, focusing on building a sustainable business model through strategic engagement with prospects over a 12-month period. In it, Sam outlines a framework for nurturing relationships — one that includes providing valuable market insights, effectively responding to prospect inquiries, delivering value up-front, and selling the conversation. Chapters: 00:00 - The 12-month blueprint for account based prospecting 02:02 - Month 3 04:58 - Quarter 3 06:10 - Quarter 4 07:25 - Crafting replies that open doors, not close them 11:38 - Multi-channel outreach: Orchestrating email, calls, and social 17:16 - Recruitment KPIs: The metrics that truly measure ABP success Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcasts Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 243: Death to the Frankenstack [RECORDING FROM LIVE WEBINAR] | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:32:40 | |
It started innocently enough: you adopted one "perfect" tool. ...But then you needed another for sourcing, another for contact data, and one more for outreach. Before you knew it, you weren't running a recruiting firm — you were Dr. Frankenstein to a ghastly Frankenstack monster. The scary reality is that operational chaos is the #1 silent killer of growth for modern recruiting firms.
Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcasts Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 061: Tactical Tuesday - The Magic of Scheduled Communication | 23 Jan 2024 | 00:05:46 | |
In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam shares a game-changing interview tip from Tom Alascio, Founder of Palermo Rhodes. The tip involves utilizing your ATS's delayed email and SMS features to send timely reminders to candidates and clients. By crafting scheduled emails and texts, recruiters can ensure that everyone is confirmed for interviews without manual intervention. Better yet, Sam demonstrates the process within Loxo. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast Intro 00:58 - ATS Hacks for Better Communication: A Recruiter's Guide 02:23 - Step-by-Step: Enhancing Your Recruitment Workflow with Smart Automation 04:56 - Podcast Outro Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 162: Tactical Tuesday - The Recruitment Metrics You Should Actually Care About ft. Vivien Maron | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:17:12 | |
In this Tactical Tuesday video, Sam and Vivien discuss the importance of understanding key performance indicators (KPIs) in recruitment. They emphasize that technology alone won't improve hiring results; instead, it's about strategy, execution, and measuring the right metrics. In particular, the conversation covers various metrics in recruitment — such as time to source, time to hire, and the significance of conversion rates — and how to evaluate these metrics to enhance your effectiveness. Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro: Mastering KPIs to improve recruitment results 03:59 - Breaking down time-to-hire and time-to-source metrics 11:07 - How conversion metrics can improve your recruitment outcomes 16:40 - Closing thoughts: Elevating your recruitment game with better metrics Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 153: If Your Tech Doesn't Support Your Workflow, It Can't Help You ft. Sam as a Guest on Ringover's Podcast | 05 Dec 2024 | 00:43:43 | |
In this guest episode, Sam joins the crew at Ringover on their The Staffing Ring podcast to talk about everything from: why some tech tools get used daily (while others are left to wither away in tech purgatory), to honing in on your Ideal Customer Profile, to how play the long-game when it comes to building trust and brand awareness, and beyond. Of course there are some subtle plugs for Loxo in there — but the point of this episode is really to highlight how vital workflow integration is to user adoption. Adding more tech to your stack is always going to come at a cost — and if you're not getting the most possible use out of that investment, across your entire team, it starts to raise some bigger questions. Tune into this episode if you're thinking about switching technology providers, contemplating adding more tech to your stack, or looking for ways to build a trusted brand. We cover a lot of bases, and it's a good time! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 02:00 - Sam takes the hot seat to talk about recruitment’s biggest challenges 04:03 - Round 1: Key priorities for recruiters in today’s market 12:50 - Round 2: How recruiters can improve business development strategies 25:24 - Round 3: Technology’s impact on leadership in recruitment 31:03 - Round 4: A personal Q&A with Sam 38:00 - Innovations and opportunities shaping the future of recruitment 41:10 - Sam’s parting thoughts on recruitment success Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 236: Build Effective Nurture Campaigns for Clients & Candidates Pt. 1 [RECORDING FROM LIVE WEBINAR] | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:10:15 | |
Nurture campaigns are how you stay top of mind with both clients and candidates in the in-between — so that you're always the first to come to mind when the time is right. Listen to the audio from our recent webinar, The Fast and the Follow-Ups and learn how to build effective nurture campaigns that keep both clients and candidates engaged. You’ll hear all about how to set up nurture stages in Loxo, move prospects into campaigns, and track them with statuses so nothing slips through the cracks. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to take your outreach to the next level, you’ll walk away with clear, actionable steps to strengthen your pipeline and stay top of mind. Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcasts Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co | |||
| 113: Trending Topics - The Current State of Labor and Compensation ft. Mallory Vachon | 18 Jul 2024 | 00:37:11 | |
In this Trending Topics episode, Mallory Vachon, Chief Economist of LaborIQ, joins us to discuss recent challenges and trends in the labor market and compensation data. She explains how LaborIQ provides recommended salaries based on up-to-date data and market conditions — while also highlighting the limitations of traditional salary surveys and crowd-sourced data. It's clear that the Great Resignation exacerbated already-existing struggles faced by HR and recruiting teams — but Mallory analyzes recent reports and explains the factors behind the increase in the unemployment rate. It's a JAM-PACKED episode filled with all sorts of insights into the "why" behind some of the trends we're seeing right now — and how they may continue to play out in the future. Undoubtedly worth a listen! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 02:40 - Introducing Mallory Vachon: her role and expertise 04:15 - Realizing the limitations of salary surveys 07:55 - Enhancing HR strategies with LaborIQ insights 11:02 - Managing salary expectations in recruitment 13:28 - The significance of First Friday reports 19:16 - Revisions and seasonality in labor market data 23:40 - Top trends in recruitment: essential insights 29:50 - Demographic shifts in the recruiting market 36:24 - Wrapping up: podcast farewell Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.cohttps://loxo.co/blog/podcast/089-tactical-tuesday-post-placement-candidate-hiring-manager-check-ins-ft-vivien-maron/ | |||
| 118: Tactical Tuesday - Getting the Attention of Hiring Managers ft. Vivien Maron | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:19:56 | |
Here's the deal: Recruiters need to personalize their outreach to hiring managers if they want to get noticed. The "how" is a bit more complicated though – which is why we've brought our Tactical Tuesday queen Vivien back to walk through understanding the specific skills and experience hiring managers are looking for. Researching job postings and using gut instincts can help identify the key requirements — from there, it's important to tailor your outreach and highlight how you can solve the hiring manager's problem. Building relationships and networking with hiring managers can also be effective, a well as doing research like checking recent press releases and news articles to see if they provide insights into a company's needs. Moral of the story? Being unconventional and giving hiring managers a compelling reason to respond is key. This is just one of many episodes coming this month on business development for recruiters. If you're looking for ways to upgrade your business development game,you came to the right place. Keep coming back for more throughout August! Chapters: 00:00 - Podcast intro 01:46 - Capturing a hiring manager’s attention 07:48 - Effective ways to connect with hiring managers 12:14 - Additional research tips for better outreach 14:05 - Grabbing attention post-research 18:28 - Final tips and advice for recruiters Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcast Becoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.cohttps://loxo.co/blog/podcast/089-tactical-tuesday-post-placement-candidate-hiring-manager-check-ins-ft-vivien-maron/ | |||
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