
System Admin Insights
A podcast for the humans behind HR tech. We dive into the systems, strategies, and stories that keep talent operations running. Real talk, smart tips, and community for HR system admins who make it all work.
Episodes
30 episodes
iCIMS Hacks: Data Sharing, Retention, and Permissions (9/5/25)
System Admin Insights covers key updates: Indeed requiring ATS disposition data, validation on HR data retention timelines, and a reminder that template permissions can be edited even after creation.👉 Free Friday Calls:
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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45:44

iCIMS Hacks: Referral Links and Duplicate Checks (8/29/25)
Learn why legacy referral links from pre-2016 portals should be avoided and how to make intentional choices about duplicate checking criteria in iCIMS.👉 Free Friday Call:
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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49:56

iCIMS Hacks: Vendor Vetting, AI, and Source Data: Live From NYU (8/22/25)
Live from NYU, the SAI community digs into iCIMS release issues, fake candidates, vendor vetting, AI adoption, and keeping source data clean.
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Episode 28
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59:49

iCIMS Hacks: GDPR, Global Hiring, and AI Recruiting Challenges (8/15/25)
Key takeaways from this session include the push for standardized phone fields, rising challenges from AI-driven job applications, and why GDPR remains the global gold standard for data privacy. Learn how iCIMS system admins are navigating comp...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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57:23

iCIMS Hacks: Smart Customization & Interview Tips (8/8/25)
Learn iCIMS tips from real admins: customize column headers (even in Spanish), get a blank permissions workbook from customer service, spot AI in video interviews, and mirror pinned tabs on profiles. Listen for practical, real-world advice.
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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42:11

iCIMS Hacks: Fake Hires, Job Fields & Internal Tracking (8/1/25)
Job post formatting insights, raised alarms about fake hires and identity fraud, flagged a limitation around tracking internal applicants, and so much more. Real talk from iCIMS system admins in this week’s SAI call.Listen in for actiona...
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Episode 25
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51:18

iCIMS Hacks: Vendor Data, Merging Risks & Interview Fixes (7/25/25)
Vendor data boundaries, deskless worker strategies, and interview scheduling workarounds—this week’s iCIMS community session was packed with insights. Plus, Vivian shares why merging candidate profiles could put you at compliance risk.Li...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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54:59

iCIMS Hacks: Geo-Blocking, Google Maps, and TASP Roles (7/18/25)
Discover iCIMS insights from system admins: geo-blocking features, embedding Google Maps in job descriptions, upskilling internal teams, and the rise of Talent Acquisition Systems and Strategy Professionals (TASP). Listen for practical tips and...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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46:13

iCIMS Hacks: Reducing Ghosting and Cleaning Your Data (7/11/25)
Learn iCIMS tips from top admins: reduce ghosting with simple gestures and texting, train candidates on professional communication, clean up your source data, and know when to rebuild iForms. Hear real strategies to improve your workflows and c...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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52:09

Industry Insights: AI with a Human Touch with Chris Connors of candidate.fyi (7/11/25)
How do you build an AI scheduling tool with heart? candidate.fyi co-founder Chris Connors shares how fatherhood, frustration, and a candidate-first mindset led to one of the most thoughtful platforms in HR tech—balancing automation with a human...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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32:07

iCIMS Hacks: Internal Mobility, DocuSign & TCAI Tips (6/27/25)
Real-world iCIMS admin tips on internal mobility, DocuSign integrations, and surfacing internal talent in your ATS. Featuring insights from the team on what works—and what’s still a work in progress.
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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57:21

iCIMS Hacks: Smarter Agency Access and Offer Tools (6/20/25
Agency Access tips, custom field maintenance, and a mystery feature in offer management. Hear how iCIMS admins are simplifying workflows, tracking vendor data, and optimizing visibility. Real talk from real users.Listen now:
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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54:39

Member Spotlight: Vivian Larsen on Empathy, AI & the Accidental Admin (6/23/25)
Vivian shares how empathy shaped her journey from recruiter to HR tech expert. Hear stories of over-engineered systems, the pitfalls of AI in candidate experience, and why accidental admins deserve better support.👉 Join a Free Friday...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:05:39

iCIMS Hacks: Time to Fill, Filters & Benchmark Tips (6/16/25)
Time to fill tips, login tracking tricks, system filters, and benchmarking advice from iCIMS power users. Hear what Kaitlyn, Michael, Vivian, and others learned during this fast-paced System Admin Insights session.
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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53:44

Kaitlyn Faile on Building AI Tools Without Coding
Kaitlyn Faile shares how she built AI-powered apps using tools like Claude and v0.dev—without writing code. She explores decision fatigue, low-code platforms, and how AI empowers HR pros to build smart tools faster.
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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12:47

iCIMS Hacks: Merging Workflows & Tracking Offers (6/6/25)
iCIMS admins break down lessons from real-world merger projects: planning workflows, tracking offer cycles with iForms, and reporting stage-level data. Practical tips for anyone managing system complexity.
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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53:32

iCIMS Hacks: Fixes for Spam, Fields & Formatting (5/30/25)
From hidden fields to AI applicant spam, iCIMS admins unpack real-world challenges and solutions. Learn about quick info icon bugs, phone formatting tricks, and a free tool for better training content. A short, sharp session with plenty to take...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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52:00

Meet Natalie Duncan: A Journey of Passion, Purpose, and iCIMS Mastery
Natalie Duncan shares her journey from hospitality HR to iCIMS expert, offering rich insights on dashboard design, system adoption, AI's creative potential, and building tech with dignity. Learn from her experience and explore how thoughtful co...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:26:34

iCIMS Hacks: AI Risks, SEEK Issues, and Recruiter Alerts (5/23/25)
AI risks, job board blockers, and recruiter alerts — this episode covers real-world iCIMS admin challenges and takeaways from our latest community call. From SEEK integration struggles to AI transparency concerns, hear what your peers are learn...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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51:58

iCIMS Hacks: Reduce Drop-Off and Boost Form Efficiency (5/16/25)
Save time and reduce drop-off with smart iCIMS form strategies. Learn how to enable “save and return later,” use pre-population, and align compliance with a proactive good faith statement. Insights from real admins tackling real system issues.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:00:10

iCIMS Hacks: Event notifications, hybrid interviews, and time-zone tips (5/9/25)
Event notifications, hybrid interview hacks, Paradox pros & cons, and a must-know time zone tip. Real iCIMS users solve real admin headaches in this Free Friday session. Hear what’s working (and what’s not) across the SAI community.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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51:02

iCIMS Hacks: Smarter Reporting with Scheduled Reports (5/2/25)
Learn how iCIMS pros use scheduled reports, naming conventions, Power Automate, and smart limits to streamline reporting. Real tips from system admins who’ve done it all—plus new insights even the experts didn’t know.Join Free Friday Cal...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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52:52

iCIMS Hacks: Data Purging, Texting ROI, and Approvals (4/25/25)
Tips from iCIMS experts! Learn about purging data early, customizing portal labels, setting proactive privacy policies, using WhatsApp with Text Engagement, tracking texting ROI, and handling job approval paths. Join us to sharpen your system a...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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55:32

iCIMS Hacks: Filters, APIs & a Theme Song (4/18/25)
From dynamic filtering hacks to API tricks, this post-show is packed with takeaways from our iCIMS power users. Hear how one call sparked three new reporting ideas, revealed a hidden permissions tip, and even debuted a theme song!
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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54:19

From Admin to Architect: Cheryl Callaway’s HR Tech Journey
Cheryl Callaway, well-known in the iCIMS community for her sharp insights and generous support, joins Alex to talk career pivots, system admin smarts, and how to balance creativity with analytics in HR tech. From revamping workflows to decoding...
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Episode 6
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39:14
