In our first episode of 2026, Lauren and Rob welcome Myla Ramos, CEO of Search Pros and an SIA Global 150 Woman in Staffing.

Myla shares her incredible journey of building a successful staffing & recruiting business from scratch. She highlights the importance of technology, culture, and resilience in business, while also emphasizing the human touch in the age of AI.

Myla also shares her favorite prospecting story which included a can of SPAM and how her company turned SPAM into a business philosophy. (Start, Persevere, Adapt, Measure)

This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to build a resilient and innovative team.

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In this episode, Lauren and Rob are joined by Lia Taniguchi to discuss Bullhorn’s Talent Grid Report 2025. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by Gen Z candidates, including low satisfaction levels and communication gaps with recruiters.

The trio emphasizes the importance of AI in enhancing recruitment processes by driving speed, responsiveness, and transparency.

They also explore the decline in using recruiters as a primary job-hunting resource, underscoring the ongoing importance of personal connections and the human touch in hiring.

The episode delves into the significance of skill matching, re-skilling, and well-crafted job descriptions in building candidate loyalty.

With creative solutions and the thoughtful application of technology, the discussion ends on an optimistic note about the future of recruitment and staffing.

👉 Read the full Talent Trends Report 2025 here

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This week, Lauren and Rob are joined by their favorite Rec Tech Account Executive, Jack Barnes from Sourcewhale.

Jack is known for his creative approach to prospecting-whether it’s dropping rap videos on LinkedIn or rapping about the product he sells on stage at conferences.

The crew talks about the power of authenticity and fun in prospecting and sales. They also dive into how AI is transforming sales and marketing.

This is a must-listen for anyone in sales or leading a sales team.

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