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The Hiring Edge

Josh Matthews
Salesforce
Career Development
Networking
Linkedin
Dreamforce
Job Market
Betrayal
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Happiness
Salesforce Ecosystem
Mental Health
Workplace Culture
Consulting
Recruiting
Certifications
System Integrators
Job Search
Hiring Practices
Post-Betrayal Syndrome

Smarter hiring. Stronger teams. Better careers.

Hosted by Josh Matthews — founder of TheSalesforceRecruiter.com — this podcast gives you the real-world edge to grow teams and careers in tech.

Whether you’re a leader trying to build high-performance delivery teams, or a professional navigating the career ladder, Josh delivers no-fluff insights through solo episodes and raw convos with top minds acr... more

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Josh Matthews hosts a live TDX 2026 breakdown with three guests who were in the room: Sally ElGhoul (brand new Golden Hoodie winner and founder of Code with Sally), Beach Horn (Salesforce architect and Salesforce Ben contributor), a... more

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Most hiring still starts with a resume. Jason P. Carroll says that's the problem, not the solution.

Jason grew a company from $20M to $80M before building Aptive Index, a behavioral intelligence platform that replaces resume screen... more

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Most hiring processes don't filter for performance. They filter for interview skill. In this episode, Josh Matthews breaks down the five silent killers that cause companies to reject their best candidates before an offer is ever mad... more

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Most Salesforce team problems aren't technical. They're organizational. And the companies that get it wrong usually don't find out until after the damage is done.

In this episode, Josh sits down with Mike Sommer, Founder of Busines... more

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Sally El Ghoul
Golden Hoodie winner, community advocate
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Episode: TDX 2026: The Ecosystem Is Splitting and You're Choosing a Side
Jason P. Carroll
Founder of Active Index
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Episode: Stop Trusting the Resume: The Behavioral Science That Predicts Success
Mike Summer
Senior Enterprise Architect at Business MRI; founder of Business MRI
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Episode: Salesforce Team Risk: The Leadership Gap That Breaks Organizations
Gabby Caballero
Consultant, Salesforce-focused; client-facing professional
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Episode: Salesforce Career Makeover: Why AI Resumes Fail the "Blink Test"
Scott Stafford
27x Certified Salesforce Professional and certified architect
Episode: Salesforce Job Market 2026: The AI Skills Gap & How to Outrun Layoffs
Drew Sechrist
Salesforce's 36th employee, early sales leader, and currently CEO of Connect The Dots.
Connect The Dots
Episode: Stop Cold Outreach. Salesforce Insider Reveals What Works.
Chris Hallberg
Military veteran, author of 'The Business Sergeant's Field Manual', and one of Inc. magazine's top 10 business coaches in America.
Episode: Slow to Hire, Quick to Fire: How to Build Major League Teams
Dr. Debbie Silber
Founder of the Post-Betrayal Transformation Institute, holistic psychologist, and TEDx speaker.
Episode: Betrayal at Work: How It Destroys Trust, Health, and Culture—And How to Heal with Dr. Debi Silber
Scott Trumple
Compensation expert helping companies fix broken pay systems.
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Episode: The Truth About Compensation: Pay Transparency, Bonuses & Retention

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Josh Matthews
Host of The Hiring Edge, focusing on smarter hiring, talent strategy, and career growth in tech.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Not Only for Job Seekers

    I’ve been listening to this show since the clubhouse days, and found it originally because I was looking to get into the Salesforce space.

    Years into my SF career and I am still listening.

    Josh has an amazing grasp on the business and behavioral side of the ecosystem and Vanessa has great takes and stories on real use cases and provides insight on the roles that she has played.

    You can jump into any episode and get great advice, so if you are a new listener I’d recommend just starting with the ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Juan_CallingFromTx
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome & helpful tips

    Great podcast for anyone looking to thrive in the Salesforce ecosystem. Hosted by super cool Josh Matthews and Vanessa Grant 🤩 it features helpful interviews and practical advice tailored for job seekers and hiring managers. Highly recommended 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ivalca
    Francea year ago
  • Relevant

    I reviewed a year ago initially, and I’m happy to say still listening and loving content. Not every episode is relevant to me, but that’s what’s so great about the show is the variety of content. Looking forward to the move to LinkedIn, I only listen on Apple podcast so this is a welcome change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tanya aa
    Australiaa year ago
  • Best friend on work drives

    I have to travel to different locations for work (supply educator) so Salesforce career show Is one of the show I listen to. Josh not only brings these knowledgeable guests but also delivers such an insightful show. For someone like me who is working to career pivot. I find the content very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    saima80
    Canadaa year ago
  • Review The Salesforce Career Show

    The podcast is excellent to keep up with the latest trends and opportunities with using sf in expanding your career.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DCKYLEX
    United States2 years ago

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Guests are described as insightful with actionable tips for job seekers and hiring managers.
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The show is seen as valuable for Salesforce professionals and broader tech hiring audiences.
Listeners praise practical, no-fluff advice and real-world recruiter perspectives.

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TDX 2026: The Ecosystem Is Splitting and You're Choosing a Side
Q: What was the biggest aha moment at TDX?
The realization of headless architecture and the practical, immediate potential of agent tools and vibes to transform how we build and interact with Salesforce ecosystems.
TDX 2026: The Ecosystem Is Splitting and You're Choosing a Side
Q: What should people do next if they didn't make it to TDX or Dreamforce?
Focus on hands-on sessions, engage with product teams at booths, attend bootcamps, join local world tours, and actively participate in communities to accelerate learning and buy-in.
TDX 2026: The Ecosystem Is Splitting and You're Choosing a Side
Q: What is the scariest thing going on right now in the tech/AI space?
There is concern about widespread layoffs and the accelerating adoption of AI investments, with emphasis on preparing for a future where some people are left behind if they don't adapt.
Salesforce Job Market 2026: The AI Skills Gap & How to Outrun Layoffs
Q: If someone is applying for a job and not getting traction, how long should they evaluate what's going wrong?
Start evaluating immediately, as the job search landscape can shift quickly.
Stop Cold Outreach. Salesforce Insider Reveals What Works.
Q: What was your driving force to recognize the need for Connect The Dots?
The realization that leveraging personal networks could greatly enhance recruitment and sales efforts became increasingly apparent over time.

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What is The Hiring Edge about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A career-focused show that centers on smarter hiring, talent strategy, and building high-performance tech teams, with a strong emphasis on Salesforce ecosystems, AI's impact on hiring, and practical interview and compensation frameworks. Episodes blend recruiting tactics, leadership accountability, and career growth, often featuring operators, executives, and recruiting experts who share actionable steps to improve hiring processes, retention, and candidate experience. A notable edge is the guest mix—from veteran engineers to C-level recruiters—delivering real-world lessons and methods you can apply in tech hiring and career progression. The show stands out for its candid conversations, practical playbooks, and a clear focus on translating ... more

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2. Jason P. Carroll
3. Mike Summer
4. Gabby Caballero
5. Scott Stafford
6. Drew Sechrist
7. Chris Hallberg
8. Dr. Debbie Silber

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