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Becoming a Hiring Machine is the key to unlocking the future of recruitment. You’ve probably heard that traditional recruitment is broken, inefficient, and in dire need of fresh perspectives. This show is dedicated to not only rooting out those perspectives, but more importantly, the practical wisdom they hold. We dig deep to go beyond simply saying what needs to change and, instead, equip you with the tools that teach you how to make the change.
Each episode features the sharpest minds in recruitment finding solutions to the real-world challenges you face every day. Whether it’s a mindset shift or a tactical change, Becoming a Hiring Machine will help you find the answers you seek.
If you want to become more efficient and competitive, you need insights you can actually put into practice — insights that will help you on your journey to Becoming a Hiring Machine.
Each episode features the sharpest minds in recruitment finding solutions to the real-world challenges you face every day. Whether it’s a mindset shift or a tactical change, Becoming a Hiring Machine will help you find the answers you seek.
If you want to become more efficient and competitive, you need insights you can actually put into practice — insights that will help you on your journey to Becoming a Hiring Machine.
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In this episode, Loxo's CEO Matt Chambers chats with Isabel Cosby, VP of Operations at Protis Global & ace Talent Curators about the intricate process of digital transformation within the two companies — especially their switch to Loxo as their recruitment software. Throughout the conversation, Isabel details the challenges and considerations involved in transitioning to new recruitment software — and the importance of data quality and change management throughout that process. It's no secret that digital transformation isn't easy (and change management is critical), but Isabel considers their migration to Loxo well worth it. If you're considering a digital transformation for your recruitment business, this is a MUST-LISTEN episode, filled with tactical tips, advice from lived experience, and tons of wisdom.
In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Vivien invalidates everything we've ever preached on this podcast before. Just kidding! But at first, you may hear these thoughts on sending multiple messages and following up with candidates and think, "Wait a second...don't they always say to send LESS emails? 'Quality over quantity,' and all that?" And you'd be correct! In this conversation, though, we talk about when following up (AKA sending multiple messages to the same candidate) does make sense — and how to find that balance between quality and quantity in your recruitment outreach.At the end of the day, there's so much nuance to communication — and this conversation provides actionable insights for recruiters looking to improve their outreach efforts and connect with candidates more effectively.Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro02:04 - The difference between effective and excessive outreach04:35 - How the type of follow-up impacts recruitment success07:36 - Choosing the best channels for effective follow-up08:57 - Providing real value to candidates in your outreach13:18 - Podcast wrap-up and farewell Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
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 jobs03:30 - What exactly is a ghost job? Defining this spooky trend08:48 - The rise of ghost jobs: What recruiters need to know16:35 - Better ways to recruit without resorting to ghost jobs24:48 - How ghost jobs are haunting the wider job market32:05 - Do ghost jobs fit recruiter ethics? Exploring the debate38:50 - Final recommendations: Avoiding ghost jobs in recruitment Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
Email deliverability has become the talk of the town in the recruitment world lately — and not necessarily in a good way. It's extremely important for recruiters to have good email deliverability — not only because it's obviously better for your emails to get seen & opened, but because mistakes & misuse can lead to penalizations. The problem? Email regulations are ever-changing, and Google has cracked down even harder on spam this past year — which means you could be a spammer in Google's eyes without even knowing it. But have no fear! We've developed a quiz here at Loxo that helps you determine whether some of your practices may be seen as "spammy" by Google. Check it out, then dive into our Recruiter's Guide to Email Deliverability if you want to dig deeper! Chapters:00:00 - Intro: Email deliverability challenges for recruiters02:10 - 7 questions to check if Google thinks you’re spam06:30 - Podcast wrap-up Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
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 intro03:13 - JR Butler: Bridging the gap between athletes, veterans, and business08:24 - How Shift Group tapped into a unique recruiting niche13:02 - How soft skills reveal high-potential candidates20:30 - The power of preparation: Coaching candidates to success25:14 - JR Butler’s winning tactics for business development31:22 - Departing words: How to recruit for success Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
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 Intro02:06 - Why LinkedIn InMails get ignored by candidates03:39 - How the 80/20 model can improve your candidate outreach05:45 - How personalized outreach is more powerful than ever07:37 - Final takeaways: Standing out in candidate outreach Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
In this episode, Loxo's CEO Matt Chambers hosts Will Spengler (Founder of Frederick Fox) and Francis Larson (Founder and CEO at Ascen) to discuss the current staffing industry landscape — how much it's changed in recent years, the importance of technology, and beyond. Throughout the conversation, the three discuss the challenges of back office operations, and the role of Employer of Record (EOR) services in facilitating growth for staffing agencies — helping companies scale quickly without the burden of administrative tasks.If you're in a growth phase, just starting out, or planning ahead, this is a fantastic episode to help you find the balance between what to build and what to buy, how to make strategic decisions that scale, and when to leverage technology to help you do so. Check it out! Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro02:14 - Introducing Francis and Will: Leaders in the staffing landscape06:50 - Why contract staffing is the key to modern workforce growth09:02 - Employer of record vs contract staffing: What’s the difference?14:30 - How to scale your team from 2 to 50 employees quickly21:56 - Why back office software is critical for recruiting success30:20 - Contract staffing growth tips: How to scale your business effectively35:29 - What’s stopping your staffing agency from big growth?38:38 - Podcast wrap-up and last words Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
You might notice something...different...about this episode. In Episode 134 we shared a few quick tips on email deliverability — and since then, we've published a jam-packed Recruiter's Guide to Email Deliverability. It's a big, meaty article that tells you pretty much everything you'd ever need to know about email deliverability. But for those who don't love reading and would rather listen to their content (like, say, podcast listeners), we wanted to get that information out into the world in an audio format. And being the mad scientist experimenters that we are, we also wanted to take this opportunity to test out a new AI feature we've been hearing a lot about. All that to say: listen with an open mind and then give us your thoughts and feedback. Or read the linked guide, which was written entirely (and paintstakingly) by humans — we promise.Chapters:00:00 - Intro: A human welcomes you to an AI-enhanced podcast01:50 - Can AI teach us better? Exploring new ways to consume information03:30 - Email deliverability decoded: AI style, with a few glitches10:59 - Podcast wrap-up: Back to humans, no more AI (we promise) Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
In this episode, Sam sits down with Bryan Buck, Managing Partner at ON Partners, about their recently released Private Equity Talent Trends report. Throughout the conversation, they dive into the current state of recruitment in the private equity space, the importance of comprehensive data in hiring, and the evolving role of executives in driving growth. Bryan also shares insights on the challenges of longer hold periods, the significance of candidate experience, and the necessity of thorough vetting processes in executive recruitment.In short: this episode emphasizes the need for a strategic approach to hiring, particularly in the context of private equity, where the stakes are high and the timelines are tight.Check out ON Partners' Private Equity Talent Trends Report here: https://onpartners.com/reports/2024-private-equity-talent-trends-report/Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro02:38 - Meet Bryan Buck: How the Private Equity Talent Trends report began07:00 - The big picture: Recruitment market trends in private equity14:50 - Why interview numbers have doubled for top positions since 202218:00 - The key to recruiting success in private equity22:03 - The latest trends shaping CEO recruitment28:10 - What recruiters should focus on to find the MPC35:20 - Key insights and takeaways from the Talent Trends report Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
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 intro02:12 - The AI-driven job application surge: What recruiters need to know04:35 - Helping in-house recruiters navigate the flood of AI applications07:40 - Final thoughts: Key takeaways for recruiters in the AI era Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
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 intro06:44 - The role of ease of use in transforming ATS systems10:30 - How campaign sequencing enhances recruiting workflows15:30 - Powerful recruiter workflows that optimize your process18:30 - How cutting-edge search technology transforms recruitment24:00 - How a free ATS and CRM gives recruiters an edge28:00 - Why a native sales CRM is a game-changer for recruiters30:10 - Final thoughts and key takeaways from the episode Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
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. Are you sending your emails to the right people? And are you sending emails that those people actually want to read? Here, Sam will walk us through email deliverability at a high level. If you're interested in diving a bit deeper, you can check out this exhaustive guide to email deliverability we whipped up for our blog.Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro02:06 - How to avoid rookie mistakes in your initial email outreach03:55 - Using unsubscribe options strategically for better engagement06:50 - Podcast wrap-up: Key takeaways for improving email engagement Explore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
In today’s REPLAY episode, we have an exciting mic-drop moment as Matt shares his strong and unique perspective on the future of recruiting software. He discusses the evolution of the ATS and why he believes it will cease to exist in the next five years.Matt breaks down the different stages of software development and explains how the ATS is becoming outdated in terms of user interface, user experience, and the incorporation of data & AI. He also highlights the limitations of the legacy ATS — such as their inability to leverage data, create efficiency, and integrate with other tools seamlessly. Chapters:00:00 – Podcast Intro01:26 – ATS in recruitment: A journey from past to present04:42 – The dark side: Limitations and challenges of ATS and bolt-on solutions08:43 – Shifting Perspectives: From product to feature11:47 – How the changing landscape impacts legacy ATS14:12 – The current state of recruitment agencies and its evolution15:35 – Matt’s predictions for the future: ATS won’t exist in 5 years16:41 – Podcast outroExplore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
It's no secret that your database is your biggest asset — but are you leveraging it to the best of your ability? In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam walks us through how to use tags on candidate profiles to make your searches even smarter. It's an underused feature in Loxo (and for recruiters in general) and one that takes the concept of an MPC approach and puts it on steroids.Getting the most out of your database — and having a longterm approach to candidate relationships — is the way to win in 2024 and beyond. Do you feel confident that you're doing so? Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro01:40 - How to leverage the power of tags in your candidate database05:00 - Boolean logic meets tags: A smarter way to find top talent05:43 - Podcast wrap-upExplore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
In this Trending Topics episode, Sam and Lex dive into two recent reports that recruiters may find interesting: The Talent Labs’ Recruiter Time & Motion Insight Report and LinkedIn’s Future of Recruiting 2024 Report. The conversation explores a few particularly revealing datapoints, a breakdown of the tasks that take recruiters the most time, and some recommendations on how to optimize performance using new technologies.Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro03:29 - Key insights from The Talent Labs’ Recruiter Time & Motion Report19:00 - A closer look at LinkedIn’s Future of Recruiting 2024 Report31:08 - Final takeaways: Boosting recruiter performance with techExplore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
In this quick-hitter solo episode, Lex paints a picture of the current era of marketing — one that's full of momentary trends and viral moments — and why jumping aboard every one of these may not make sense for your brand. As a brand marketer herself, Lex is all about moments that show a bit of personality and make your brand feel relatable — but she warns that sometimes, jumping on trends may actually hurt your brand's reputation. The biggest takeaway? There's a time and a place for a good meme, but pursuing a moment of virality rather than a lasting relationship is kind of missing the whole point of "brand."Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro04:00 - Jumping on trends: When you’re too late to the party08:44 - Real examples of brands chasing viral moments15:54 - Closing thoughts: Lasting relationships over fleeting trendsExplore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
In this episode, Sam interviews Darren Bush, the Head of Global Talent Acquisition at Ericsson, about the challenges (and opportunities!) in modern recruitment.They spend much of the discussion on the importance of improving the candidate experience, reducing candidate waiting time, and leveraging technology to enhance the recruitment process. Listen for tips on how to make candidate communications your strength and your differentiator.Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro02:48 - Meet Darren Bush: Head of Global Talent Acquisition at Ericsson05:20 - The candidate experience dilemma: Why it matters now more than ever13:38 - Measuring candidate wait time: A new metric to track19:00 - Recruitment areas that must embrace change now20:26 - Leveraging technology to streamline your recruitment process27:34 - Latest recruitment technology trends to watch36:36 - How influencers are shaping modern talent acquisition45:56 - Final words of wisdomExplore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
On this 5-minute Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam walks us through three tips for improving your emails. These tips are all simple, easy, and actionable — but they may not be factors you've considered testing before. Those factors? The sender, the first five words of the subject line, the first six words of the email itself.Listen to this episode while you brew a cup of coffee or take a quick walk around the block — it's short but jam-packed with tips you can start using today!Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro01:55 - How the right sender boosts email open rates02:45 - Make your subject line’s first five words count03:39 - Nailing the opening: the first six words that matter04:55 - Wrapping up the podcastExplore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
In this episode, Sam and Lex discuss some ridiculous, unbelievable, and nightmare-ish recent recruitment finds from across the web. Some highlights include: a Reddit post asking if submitting fake resumes is a valid strategy, stories about the worst job interview questions candidates have encountered, and hidden tasks in job descriptions.This is a quick and silly conversation that's bound to make you either laugh or shake your head — but more than anything, it serves as a reminder of the fact that empathy and communication are key during the hiring process, for the sake of both recruiters and candidates.Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro02:20 - Did someone really ask this? A recruiter conspiracy theory07:32 - Cringe-worthy interview questions that need to go16:04 - Bringing empathy back to the hiring process30:22 - Podcast farewellExplore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
In this quick-hitter, 8-minute Tactical Tuesday episode Sam walks us through some different ways to use candidate scorecards to make the process of evaluating talent throughout the interview process easier. He covers everything from how to build and structure your scorecards (hint hint: well-written job descriptions really help with this), how to customize assessment criteria to the job itself, how to "rank" candidates, and how to reduce bias.Chapters:00:00 - Podcast intro01:25 - What are candidate scorecards?02:30 - Best practices for using scorecards in recruitment04:50 - How to use a 4-point scale to rank candidates06:16 - Why soft skills matter on your scorecard07:35 - Podcast wrap-upExplore all our episodes and catch the full video experience at loxo.co/podcastBecoming a Hiring Machine is brought to you by Loxo. To discover more about us, just visit loxo.co
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