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Becoming a Hiring Machine

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

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239: Trending Topics: 3 Very Spooky Modern...

Becoming a Hiring Machine ·

2025/10/30

Modernity has opened the door to a lot of new opportunities for recruiters — but it’s also introduced some brand new nightmares. Things R.L. Stein’s Goosebumps never could’ve prepared us for. On this spooky edition of the pod, Sam and Lex break down some of these modern recruitment nightmares, including: The Frankenstack, the Accidental Ghost, and the risk of going Zombie Mode. And of course, they give you actionable tips on how to make sure you don't fall prey to these monstrous beasts. There's

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9:28

238: Build Effective Nurture Campaigns for Clients &...

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2025/10/28

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. This episode will focus more on the prospect side of things, helping you grow your business. You’ll hear all about how to set up nurture stages in Loxo, move

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17:32

237: Trending Topics - Hiring Gen-Z in 2026 ft....

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2025/10/23

Ah, a look ahead — and through the generational gap. In this episode, Sam sits down with Amarbir to explore the evolving expectations of Gen Z in the workforce as we look ahead to 2026 (because it'll be here before you know it).They discuss:The importance of transparency in compensationThe significance of work-life balance, andThe need for meaningful career progression At the end of the day, the conversation emphasizes how important it is to understand the unique values and preferences of Gen Z

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10:15

236: Build Effective Nurture Campaigns for Clients &...

Becoming a Hiring Machine ·

2025/10/21

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

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53:00

235: Finding Fulfillment — and Your Niche — in...

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2025/10/16

In this conversation, we're joined by Greg Fischer, founder of Well Oiled Machine — a direct hire recruitment firm specializing in recruiting "internal" offshore employees from every corner of the globe.Greg shares his journey from being a recruiter to becoming a successful agency owner, discussing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. Throughout, he emphasizes the importance of finding fulfillment in one's work, the power of niching down in recruitment, and the potential of offshoring

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16:10

234: Tactical Tuesday - How to Ensure a Successful...

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2025/10/14

In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien discuss five essential tips for successfully adopting new recruitment tools and platforms.Onboarding can make or break your team's experience using a new tool — and can be the biggest deciding factor between stellar user adoption and a tool no one actually uses.Throughout the conversation, Sam and Vivien emphasize the importance of conducting a discovery call, ensuring proper data migration, fostering team adoption through collaborative learning,

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19:27

233: Tactical Tuesday - The Account Based Prospecting...

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2025/10/07

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

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45:56

232: A Conversation with Matt Chambers on Natural...

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2025/10/02

Loxo's Founder & CEO, Matt Chambers, hosted a recent webinar on Natural Language Search — and it was so good, we had to share it on the pod.So...What is Natural Language Search (NLS)? Basically: Instead of writing complex Boolean queries, you can type exactly what you need in plain English, e.g “senior software engineer with Python and AWS experience in Austin.” From there, Loxo’s AI interprets your intent, searches your own database and our network of 1.2 billion professional profiles, and

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10:02

231: Tactical Tuesday - The Account Based Prospecting...

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2025/09/30

It's part 2 of our expert-level playbook on Account Based Prospecting, where Sam outlines a tactical approach based on a structured four-week sprint.This framework is designed to establish credibility and earn recruiters conversations with cold prospects. In this episode, Sam details specific actions for each week to build trust, identify challenges, and ultimately secure meetings with potential clients. Get out a pen and paper because this is literally everything you need to know to start actioning

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32:48

230: Trending Topics - Understanding (and Recruiting)...

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2025/09/25

We're all guilty of making generational assumptions... But in this episode, Lex has Loxo's Community Marketing Manager, Amarbir Sihota, on to debunk some of the common misconceptions about Gen Z in the workforce. Fans of Mythbusters (and of Gen Z) are sure to enjoy. Lex and Amarbir discuss myths such as Gen Z being lazy, not caring about company culture, and only wanting remote work — and then they have a good time debunking them, with Amarbir shedding a light on Gen Z's values and interests. The

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17:11

229: Tactical Tuesday - The Account Based Prospecting...

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2025/09/23

In this episode, Sam dives deep into Account-Based Prospecting (ABP) to help recruitment agencies move beyond the reactive "feast or famine" business cycle.Sam argues that by shifting focus from the 5% of companies actively hiring to the 95% who are playing the long game, recruiters can build lasting trust and become the go-to partner for future hiring needs. Throughout the episode, he outlines the core philosophy of ABP and breaks down the guiding principles of ABP — including: providing proactive

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45:31

228: Mission: Fill Possible [RECORDING FROM LIVE...

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2025/09/18

Ever felt like your perfectly crafted candidate email disappeared into a black hole? In this webinar, Loxo breaks down the real-world tips you need to make sure your emails actually get seen, opened, and replied to.Because when candidates engage with your messages, email providers take notice — and the more replies you earn, the more likely you are to land in inboxes instead of spam folders.Best of all, we don’t just tell you the rules of deliverability, we play them. This interactive, game-style

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15:48

227: Tactical Tuesday - Hard & Soft Skills in the Age...

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2025/09/16

Loxo just unveiled Natural Language Search, which is already changing the way recruiters source top talent. In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien dive into just how much of an impact NLS can have on how we search — especially when it comes to the distinction between hard and soft requirements.It all comes back to adaptability — and this conversation, like every Tactical Tuesday episode before it, will be another tool in your kit as you seek to adapt to the ever-changing world of modern

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21:55

226: Trending Topics - Email, Empathy, and the "Hot...

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2025/09/11

This week, we're diving into a viral LinkedIn post that challenges everything you thought you knew about recruiting. We’ll break down five key principles, starting with the art of the email. It’s not about you — it’s about the candidate. We'll show you why "selling the conversation, not the job" is a non-negotiable rule and how to craft a message that actually gets a response. We also tackle the sheer volume of outreach needed to succeed, and why getting your email deliverability right is more

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13:35

225: Tactical Tuesday - Hard & Soft Skills in the Age...

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2025/09/08

Loxo just unveiled Natural Language Search, which is already changing the way recruiters source top talent. In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien dive into just how much of an impact NLS can have on how we search — especially when it comes to the assumptions we make about "the right fit" and the distinction between hard and soft requirements.It all comes back to adaptability — and this conversation, like every Tactical Tuesday episode before it, will be another tool in your kit as you

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19:16

224: Trending Topics - The REAL Impact of Natural...

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2025/09/08

In this episode, Sam chats with Loxo's CTO, Ilia Cheishvili, about something hyper-relevant: Natural Language Search. In case you missed it, Loxo just launched NLS — and it's already saving recruiters so much time and mental energy. Throughout the conversation, they explore how NLS allows recruiters to source candidates more intuitively, moving away from traditional Boolean searches that can exclude potential talent. The real kicker? It's becoming increasingly important for recruiters to acknowledge

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14:09

223: Tactical Tuesday - Using the STAR Method in...

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2025/09/02

In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien dive into the art of crafting standout recruitment emails using the STAR Method. If you listen in, you'll discover how to capture attention and deliver value by structuring your candidate pitches around Situation, Task, Action, and Result. Whether you're a seasoned recruiter or new to the field, this episode offers actionable insights to elevate your email game and connect with hiring managers effectively. Tune in to learn how to make your emails not

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45:14

222: [ABP EXPERT SERIES] The Art of the Close: How to...

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2025/08/28

It's a bittersweet day as we wrap up our month-long series on Account Based Prospecting for recruiters — but we're closing it out strong with the one and only Jen Allen-Knuth, founder of Demand Jen and returning guest from episode 119.Sam and Jen dive deep into a pretty critical part of the sales cycle: closing the deal. Jen shares her expert insights on why most prospecting messages fall flat and how to approach outreach with a human-first mindset. We’re talking about moving beyond the

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23:19

221: Tactical Tuesday - Building a 4-Week...

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2025/08/26

In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien continue to share the ABP wealth — this time outlining a four-week nurture sequence designed to build trust and establish credibility with potential clients (or candidates). The biggest takeaways? The importance of adding value at every touchpoint, engaging prospects with evidence, and making effective follow-up communications. As always, you'll walk away with actionable tips & tricks you can put into practice today.

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46:30

220: [ABP EXPERT SERIES] The 5 Cs of Social Selling...

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2025/08/21

Today, we continue our Account Based Prospecting expert series — and this time, Sam interviews Morgan Ingram, founder and CEO of AMP Social. Anyone active on LinkedIn has probably come across Morgan's profile, and if you have, you'll understand why he's basically the unofficial king of social selling. In this episode, Morgan shares his 5 Cs of Social Selling — Clarity, Connection, Conversation, Comment, and Content — as a framework for building authentic relationships and driving business. Sam and

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