Making AI Matter: Leadership, Culture, and the Future of Hiring

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Mervyn Dinnen

Work & Workforce Analyst | Author | HR Means Business Podcast Host | Top 100 HR Tech Influencer

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Making AI Matter: Leadership, Culture, and the Future of Hiring

Hosts: Mervyn Dinnen

Guest: Matt Alder, Talent Acquisition Strategist & Podcaster

 

Summary

In this episode of the HR Means Business podcast, Mervyn hosts Matt Alder to discuss the current state and future of AI in HR. The conversation focuses on recruitment, candidate experience, and organizational readiness. Listen in to discover practical insights, real-world examples, and strategic advice for leveraging AI effectively in HR practices.

 

Chapters

02:14  Current State of AI Adoption in Talent Acquisition
07:57  Balancing AI and Human Interaction in Recruitment
11:15  The Role of AI in Enhancing Candidate Experience
17:58  Ownership of AI Strategy in Organizations
21:50  Leadership and Culture in AI Adoption
25:08 Intergenerational Workforce and AI Adoption
30:24 Underappreciated Aspects of AI in Recruitment

 

 

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