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The Hiring Edge

Josh Matthews
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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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Salesforce demand dropped 37% in 2024, but the 2026 recovery is already leaving "average" Admins behind. Are you catching the wave, or getting crushed by the coral?

In this episode of The Hiring Edge, host Josh Matthews and 27x Certi... more

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Cold calls, cold emails, cold everything — they’re dead.

 In this episode, Josh Matthews sits down with Drew Sechrist, one of the earliest Salesforce builders and now the founder of Connect The Dots, to break down how authentic relati... more

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Most companies hire too fast, fire too slow, and wonder why they stay stuck in the minors. Josh Matthews and business coach Chris Hallberg unpack how “slow to hire, quick to fire” really works — from using assessments and culture filt... more

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The recent Salesforce layoffs shook the tech world—over 4,000 jobs cut globally. But if you’re impacted, this isn’t the end of your career—it could be the turning point. In this episode of The Hiring Edge by Joshforce, Josh Matthews i... more

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Recent Guests

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
John Klein
Founder of People First Method and Salesforce architect
People First Method
Episode: Certs Didn't Matter - Learn This to Land Your Dream Job
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.
HR Compensation Consulting
Episode: The Truth About Compensation: Pay Transparency, Bonuses & Retention
David Kestenberg
Former CIO, tech strategist, and startup founder.
Episode: Why Vulnerability Is the #1 Hiring Superpower in Tech Teams
Mike Marochka
Author of Beyond Cracking, the Coding Interview, a senior engineer, and an interview specialist.
Episode: AI Cheating in Tech Interviews: Ex-Salesforce Engineer Tells All
Vanessa Grant
Episode: AI Takeover - Will Your Salesforce Career Survive?
Anthony Rodriguez
Developer on the government contractor side
Episode: AI Takeover - Will Your Salesforce Career Survive?

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Josh Matthews
Host and founder of TheSalesforceRecruiter.com, with expertise in hiring practices and career development.

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 Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the real-world insights and practical advice on hiring and career growth.
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Many find the content relevant regardless of their level of experience in tech, reinforcing the podcast's broad appeal.

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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.
Why Your Interview Process is Costing You Talent
Q: Could you please share the number one thing that companies should be doing differently when it comes to bringing on top talent, especially technical talent?
Focus on having a well-defined interview process that is documented and followed to fairly evaluate candidates.
Why Your Interview Process is Costing You Talent
Q: What advice would you give to non-technical leaders in a business to evaluate technical expertise when they may not have the tools or resources in the house?
Have one core person that you trust to do the proper vetting, especially if you don't have engineering in-house.
How to Spot a Bad Recruiter Before It's Too Late
Q: What are some significant red flags that a hiring manager might make a hiring manager pause or even walk away when they're first engaging with a recruiter?
If the recruiter cannot gain rapport with the hiring manager, it's unlikely they will be able to engage effectively with top candidates, which is a major red flag.
How to Spot a Bad Recruiter Before It's Too Late
Q: What kind of transparency should a leader expect working with a recruiter regarding process sourcing fee structures?
A good recruiter should just tell you what their fee structure is and be transparent about charges based on salary or hourly rates.

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Recent guests on The Hiring Edge include:

1. Drew Sechrist
2. Chris Hallberg
3. John Klein
4. Dr. Debbie Silber
5. Scott Trumple
6. David Kestenberg
7. Mike Marochka
8. Vanessa Grant

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