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The New Talent Playbook
The New Talent Playbook
Hosted by serial entrepreneur Rob Levin, The New Talent Playbook podcast dives into the strategies that drive business success through the power of exceptional talent. With over 30 years of experience and a reputation as a top speaker on business and entrepreneurship, Rob shares practical, impactful insights alongside industry experts, helping leaders navigate challenges and optimize their talent strategies. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or talent professional, this show provides actionable advice to build stronger, more resilient businesses.
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The New Talent Playbook

Hosted by entrepreneur Rob Levin, The New Talent Playbook podcast explores strategies for business success through exceptional talent. With 30+ years of experience, Rob shares insights alongside industry experts to help leaders navigate challenges and optimize talent strategies. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or talent professional, this show offers actionable advice to build stronger, more resilient businesses.

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Why Great People Are Passing on Your Company
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July 7, 2026

Why Great People Are Passing on Your Company

Most businesses think marketing drives growth. Shawn Busse argues that it starts much earlier, with your culture. In this episode, Rob Levin sits down with the founder and CEO of Kinesis and author of Marketing From the Inside Out to discuss why brand and culture are inseparable, how a strong employer brand attracts better talent, and why mission, vision, and values should shape every hiring decision. If you're struggling to recruit great people or differentiate your business, this episode is yo
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Consider this Your Wake Up Call (For Business Owners Only)
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June 30, 2026

Consider this Your Wake Up Call (For Business Owners Only)

Rob Levin argues that small and midsize business owners need to act now: get hands-on with AI, intentionally improve culture, and carve out time to think strategically. He points to a growing economy with inflation pressure, a setup he describes as "profitless prosperity", and says the owners who win will be the ones who adapt faster.Key TakeawaysAI is no longer optional. Owners should take a course, experiment, and build with AI personally. Block 2 hours this week to learn one AI workflow
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What A-Players Really Need from their Leaders | Scott Mesh
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June 23, 2026

What A-Players Really Need from their Leaders | Scott Mesh

Scott Mesh explains how strong leadership starts with listening, solving the right problem, and building a culture where A players feel valued. He shares why appreciation, peer recognition, and treating remote or offshore teammates like full team members are essential for retention. He also introduces Opportunity Focus: a practical way to reframe problems as opportunities, surface blind spots, and improve through deliberate feedback.Key TakeawaysEffectiveness comes before efficiency. If yo
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The State of AI for Business Report: 4 Takeaways Every Owner Should Know
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June 16, 2026

The State of AI for Business Report: 4 Takeaways Every Owner Should Know

Rob Levin breaks down key findings from SmarterX's 2026 State of AI for Business report and translates them into a practical roadmap for founders and SMB leaders. The big message: AI is no longer optional, and the companies that start building skills, workflows, and a culture of experimentation now will outpace those that wait.Key takeawaysMost employees believe AI will eliminate more jobs than it creates, but only 20% are worried about their own role, a sign that awareness is lagging behi
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