Becoming a Hiring Machine

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 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.

Episodes

May 15, 2025 48 mins
In this special episode Sam, Lex, and Vivien discuss the difference in quality between sourced and applied candidates.

Loxo is currenlty hiring for several roles, so we've learned some some lessons and noticed some trends — and are sharing the wealth. The conversation also delves into identifying red and green flags during interviews, the benefits of proactive sourcing, personal branding, the pros & cons of putting the salary in...
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In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien discuss the evolving landscape of recruitment, focusing on the need to reevaluate traditional hiring advice given how much things have changed.

Throughout the conversation, they explore the implications of job hopping, the necessity of industry experience, the relevance (or lack thereof) of college degrees, and — of course — AI and its ripple effect.


Chapters:

00:00 - Beyond the basics:...
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In this Trending Topics episode, Sam and Lex discuss a recent DM exchange Lex had with a recruiter on LinkedIn. 

This recruiter reached out regarding a role — one that Lex clearly had relevant experience for. Because this recruiter had clearly done her research, Lex felt compelled to respond. She told the recruiter she wasn't interested in the position but that she appreciated the outreach...

And what the recruiter did next was surpr...
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In the final episode of our Top Billers series, Sam and Vivien focus on the importance of candidate scorecards and candidate highlights in the recruitment process.

Scorecards help recruiters align with hiring managers on candidate evaluations, and highlights can provide additional context to a candidate's qualifications so that hiring managers can see, at high level, which candidates could be the best fit. 

At the end of the day, the...
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In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien discuss one simple move that top Loxo users employ: post placement outreach. They explore effective strategies for engaging with both candidates and hiring managers through regular check-ins — during the first week, month, and year of a candidate's placement — as well as the role of automation in streamlining these processes. Ultimately: consistent outreach not only enhances candidat...
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In this special episode, Sam and Lex discuss Loxo's Shape the Future campaign, which celebrates the pivotal role recruiters play in shaping candidate careers and our collective future. As part of this campaign, the team made a Buzzfeed-style quiz to determine which "recruiter archetype" you are, based on some iconic figures throughout history. 

On today's episode, Sam takes the quiz live. Take the quiz yourself to determine your own...
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In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam Kuehnle and Vivien discuss the importance of email automation in recruitment — and how top billers utilize automation to enhance candidate experience, streamline the interview process, and maintain relationships post-placement. The conversation emphasizes practical strategies that recruiters can implement to improve their efficiency and effectiveness in the hiring process.

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00:00 - Tacti...
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In this episode, Sam is joined by Lauren Price Adams, Director of Recruitment at Career Innovator — a 100% talent partner. Career Innovator is known for their human-centric approach, so it only made sense for us to dig into the ins & outs of relationships in recruitment — on both the candidate and client sides. 

They also dig into: Job fit versus job match, proactive recruitment strategies, and the significance of building trust...
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In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien discuss the often daunting topic of... Data migration in recruitment. 

They explore the emotional challenges associated with data migration, the importance of reevaluating what data is truly necessary, and best practices for ensuring a smooth transition to a new ATS.

The biggest takeaway? User adoption is everything — and the early stages of migrating to a new platform can make or brea...
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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 recru...
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In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien talk about a powerful question that you can use to instantly improve your candidate (and client) outreach efforts. 

That question? "Why did you respond to this message?" 

Sam and Vivien explain why it's so important to understand what prompts candidates and hiring managers to engage — and open-ended questions can give you the feedback you need to improve your efforts.


Chapters:

00:00 - E...
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In this episode, Sam is joined by Benjamin Mena, Managing Partner at Select Source Solutions and host of The Elite Recruiter Podcast. Throughout the conversation, Sam & Ben cover all of the bases — discussing the significant changes in recruitment over the past two years, particularly focusing on the impact of AI and technology.

Together, they explore:
  • The ideal tech stack for modern recruiters
  • The importance of proactive tale...
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Understatement of the year: recruitment has changed a lot, and will continue to.

With that in mind, for this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien discuss the evolving landscape of recruitment —  emphasizing the need for us to adapt our communication strategies in order to engage candidates and clients effectively. Differentiation is the name of the game — and with our help, you'll be on your way to implementing strategies that h...
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All good things must come to an end...and today brings the final episode of our 3-part series on contract recruitment. 

In this episode, Lex and Reegan explore some of the nuances of contract recruitment, focusing on the candidate side of the process. They discuss the importance of adapting the Most Placeable Candidate (MPC) strategy for contract roles, emphasizing the need for long-term relationships with contractors.

The conversati...
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In today's episode, Sam and Vivien dive into the ~fascinating~ world of Boolean operators, discussing their importance in recruitment — and how to effectively use them to enhance candidate sourcing. Throughout the conversation, they explore both advanced and basic techniques, emphasizing the need for recruiters to adapt their search strategies to find the best candidates. Different candidates may express their skills and experience...
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Great news: it's time for part 2 of our 3-part series on contract recruitment featuring Loxo's very own Reegan Coleman! 

In this episode, Lex and Reegan delve into the intricacies of contract recruitment — focusing on how to structure contracts effectively, the differences between W-2 and 1099 contracts, and the importance of maintaining strong relationships with contractors.

This conversation touches on everything from the long-term...
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In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien discuss the intricacies of reference checks in the recruitment process — from when and how to effectively use them, to the importance of context in evaluating references, best practices for conducting them, and beyond.

The conversation emphasizes:
  • The types of references to consider
  • The need for personal interaction over surveys
  • Key questions to ask to ensure a comprehensive understa...
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In this Trending Topics episode, Lex is joined by Reegan Coleman, a Strategic Account Manager at Loxo, to discuss the evolving landscape of contract recruitment. We've talked a lot on this podcast about the rise in freelance talent and the gig economy — so we figured it was time to talk about how recruiters can structure their business in a way that supports this shift. 

Part 1 of a three-part series, in this episode we explore the ...
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In this Tactical Tuesday episode, Sam and Vivien discuss the intricacies of candidate evaluation — especially striking the right balance between charisma and true fit. 

Structuring your interviews in a specific way can help you avoid getting too wrapped up in a candidate's charm, so that you can make balanced, informed decisions about who is truly the best fit for the role. This conversation will give you the tips you need to get a ...
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In this episode, Sam is joined by Nick Poloni, president of Cascadia Search Group, to discussing the evolution of recruitment practices. They cover everything from fundamental best practices in recruitment to the impact of AI on candidate experience and the necessity of maintaining a human touch. The takeaway? Balance is everything in when it comes to modern recruitment — combining the right use of tech with human interaction &...
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