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Recruiting Future with Matt Alder – What’s Next For Talent Acquisition, HR & Hiring?

Talent acquisition is undergoing unprecedented disruption as AI, economic uncertainty, and the ever-shortening lifespan of skills radically reshape recruiting. On Recruiting Future, Matt Alder explores this evolving landscape, using insightful interviews with transformational TA practitioners and forward-thinking experts to spark your imagination and provide the insights you need to shape the future of talent acquisition in your organization.
Each episode explores topics such as AI, recruiting automation, recruitment marketing, employer branding, skills-based hiring, assessment, candidate experience, DEI, internal mobility, and the transformation of TA teams. Recruiting Future is an essential resource for everyone involved in hiring.
Matt Alder is a globally respected talent acquisition futurist, author, and speaker with over 25 years of experience exploring what’s next in recruiting. Renowned for his expertise in strategic foresight and technology trends, Matt provides a unique perspective that empowers leaders to navigate disruption. His deep industry knowledge and ability to spark meaningful conversations make Recruiting Future a must-listen for talent acquisition and HR professionals everywhere.

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Ep 660: Recruiting Rewired by AI Dec 12, 2024

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AI has profoundly impacted talent acquisition in 2024, but its influence has been far from uniform. In some areas, little has changed, while in others—such as high-volume hiring—there has been nothing short of a revolution. Automation has dramatically accelerated recruiting processes, improving the candidate and hiring manager experience in ways previously unimaginable. These advancements are signals of what's to come, with sweeping changes across talent acquisition potentially just months away.

With technology increasingly automating processes, the role of recruiters is evolving, raising urgent questions about what TA teams must do to stay relevant and strategic. Those who fail to adapt risk being left behind as automation reshapes our industry.

So, how can TA leaders and recruiters navigate this transformation, address challenges like bias, and embrace the opportunities AI presents to redefine their roles?

My guest this week is John Vlastelica, CEO of Recruiting Toolbox and a trusted advisor to some of the world's most innovative companies. John shares his insights on the key shifts happening in recruiting, the evolving role of recruiters, and how leaders can future-proof their teams in an AI-driven world.

In the interview, we discuss:

How AI is impacting recruiting right now

How does it change the jobs we recruit for?

Unchecked human bias in traditional recruiting process

Automation in high-volume and front-line hiring

Segmentation of roles between automated and high-touch recruiting processes

Inefficiency by design

From talent acquisition to talent advisor, breaking the silos in HR

Insights, Influence, and Impact

Candidate "cheating"

TA Tech vendors selling directly to the C-Suite

The importance of having a plan to rationalize TA

What is going to happen in 2025?

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Round Up November 2024 Dec 06, 2024

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Round up is the monthly show on The Recruiting Future Podcast channel that highlights episodes you may have missed and gives you my take on some of the key learnings from the guests.

Episodes mentioned in this Round Up:

Ep 651: Navigating TA’s Perfect Storm

Ep 652: Unlocking Global Talent Pools

Ep 653: Assessing the impact of AI

Ep 654: The Power Of Great Questions

Ep 655: Using Culture As A Talent Magnet

Ep 656: Strategic Transformation in TA

Ep 657: The Future Of TA Technology

Ep 658: TA As A Service

Ep 659: Talent Complexity

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Ep 659: Talent Complexity Nov 30, 2024

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With organizations now having to navigate the rapid changes brought about by geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty, the ongoing climate emergency, and the surge in technology, it is clear that different ways of thinking about talent are needed.

So, how can organizations adapt to this complexity and prepare for a future where the old rules no longer apply? What should they consider when redefining their talent strategies in such a dynamic context?

My guest this is week is Graham Abbey, Professor in Practice at The University of Bristol Business School and CEO of Farleigh Performance.

From the importance of understanding the difference between complicated and complex systems to the potential of AI in reconnecting us to our humanity, Graham provides deep insights into creating the conditions for engagement, leadership, and performance and building an antifragile organization.

In the interview, we discuss:

Challenges and forces driving change

Thinking differently about talent

Changing to the organization metaphor

The difference between a complicated and complex system

How well are employers responding to change and uncertainty?

Skills based organizations

Discovery connectivity with AI

Talent Acquisition and hiring

Higher purpose, agency, relationships, and disruptive learning

Building an antifragile organization

How will we be talking about talent in five years time

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Ep 658: TA As A Service Nov 29, 2024

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Transforming a business function is a difficult process. It can become impossible if no one knows what the function is transforming into. It is vital that anyone undertaking a TA Transformation develops a clear vision to generate buy-in and set the direction of travel.

With so much disruption going on, there has never been a better time to create bold, innovative visions that take TA Acquisition in new directions.

My guest this week is Jill Leonard, Global Senior Director of Talent at Hello Fresh. Hello Fresh has developed a vision for talent acquisition that they call "TA As A Service." In addition to discussing Hello Fresh's TA Transformation, Jill also talks about her experience implementing video interviewing and the benefits of embracing new technology early.

In the interview, we discuss:

Current TA challenges

TA Transformation at Hello Fresh

Recruiters as Talent Advisors

TA as a service

Agility and change management

Upskilling and professional development for TA teams
How video interviewing has evolved to solve specific business needs

The benefits of embracing new technology early

How to drive adoption.

How should TA leaders respond to AI?

Optimizing the candidate experience

How will TA evolve over the next five years?

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Ep 657: The Future Of TA Technology Nov 26, 2024

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After all the commentary and debate about AI and talent acquisition over the last two years, we are finally starting to see what this brave new world might look like as many technology providers roll out new AI-driven products and services.

While it is clear that massive changes are coming to the way companies hire talent, there are still many unanswered questions and contradictory views on what the future will look like.

I wanted to get a different perspective on things, so this week, my guest is Shashank Saxena, a Managing Partner at Sierra Ventures. Sierra Ventures is an early-stage VC firm that has made several investments in AI-driven HR software companies. In our conversation, Shashank gives us some alternative visions of what the future of work might look like and implications for talent acquisition.

In the interview, we discuss:

How is the world of work changing

AI use cases and the speed of adoption

Does AI make TA more efficient, or does it completely disrupt it?

Are AI-powered job seekers cheating?

Can AI make hiring decisions?

The implications of AI agents on white collar work

What does the future of HR and Recruiting Technology look like?

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Ep 656: Strategic Transformation in TA Nov 25, 2024

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After many years of being seen as tactical, TA has the unique opportunity to reposition itself as a strategic function with insights to shape business strategy. However, this will only happen with a significant degree of transformation, and those TA teams that stick to doing what they have always done are at risk of further downsizing or being automated away altogether.

So, what do TA Leaders need to do to harness the current forces of change and reinvent their function

My guest this week is Lyndsey Taylor, head of Global Talent Attraction at Brooks Automation. Lyndsey has a wealth of experience in TA transformation, strategic workforce planning, and driving change. She shares her perspectives on the future of TA, the rise of strategic workforce planning, and breaking down traditional HR silos.

In the Interview, we discuss:

How the work of TA is changing and the forces driving that change

How can TA influence business outcomes?

Aligning metrics to business goals

Internal mobility and reskilling

What role can TA play in Strategic Workforce Planning

How to be more strategic

What does AI make possible

Enhancing the candidate experience

Reducing bias

Breaking the silos in HR

What should TA look like in 3 years time?

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Ep 655: Using Culture As A Talent Magnet Nov 22, 2024

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Company culture is a fundamental selling point for attracting the right talent to an organization. However, in many cases, it is talked about in a cliched, inauthentic way during the hiring process. Culture is also often portrayed in terms of the working environment or via specific perks rather than being something that holistically represents the organization.

So, how can TA teams use culture as a genuine magnet to attract talent in a post-pandemic world where work has fundamentally changed?

My guest this week is Kirstie Eustace, Chief Admin Officer at Steward Partners. Steward Partners is an excellent example of an organization that puts their culture front and centre in there hiring process, and Kirstie has some excellent insights and advice to share

In the interview, we discuss:

The definition of culture in a corporate context

How does culture translate into employee and candidate experience?

Prioritising wellbeing

Using culture to stand out in talent acquisition

Storytelling with real examples

Giving candidates direct access to existing employees and the leadership team

The role of technology

What does the future look like

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Ep 654: The Power Of Great Questions Nov 17, 2024

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Whenever we talk about recruiting automation, there is always a persistent narrative in favor of retaining the human touch in some way, shape, or form. While technology now enables us to interact in increasingly conversational ways, there's still an irreplaceable quality in human-to-human, face-to-face dialogue that no machine or video can fully replicate.

So, how can we enhance the effectiveness of our conversations in both professional and personal settings? And could asking more powerful, thoughtful questions lead to better hiring outcomes?

My guest this week is Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Topaz Adizes, founder of experience design studio The Skin Deep. Having conducted over 1,200 filmed conversations exploring human connection, Topaz has gained profound insights into what makes questions transformative. In our discussion, he shares what his work has taught him about crafting questions that break down barriers and foster authentic dialogue—lessons that can help us all engage more meaningfully in the workplace and beyond.

In the interview, we discuss:

Lessons learned from filming 1,200 conversations

How conversations build relationships

Avoiding power plays and making a safe space for conversation

The importance of well-constructed questions

Curiosity and openness in job interviews

The power of bringing unrelated concepts together

Connective questions

Listening versus speaking

Can AI write effective questions?

The differences between face-to-face and virtual conversations

What's the future of workplace conversations?

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Ep 653: Assessing the impact of AI Nov 15, 2024

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I know that many of you would agree that we are now beyond saturation point with the hype around AI in TA. It's clear that one way or another, gen AI is going to become ubiquitous in the software that we use. So, rather than discussing it as a topic on its own, we need to look carefully at the current and future impact on TA in terms of use cases, innovation, and the potential to rethink hiring.

So what are the proven use cases for AI right now, where are we missing opportunities, and how will things develop in the short term?

My guest this week is Mark Chaffey, Co-Founder and CEO of Hackajob. We discuss current AI use cases and lessons TA can learn from Gen AI's impact on software engineering.

In the interview, we discuss:

The current state of the tech hiring market

Concerns over developing early career talent

The impact of AI on software engineering

AI isn't just about automation. It's about being ten times better.

Why AI will always match better than humans

The role of TA

The hype cycle

Critical questions to ask vendors

Data governance and integration

What will things be like in both the short and long-term future?

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Ep 652: Unlocking Global Talent Pools Nov 09, 2024

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One of the pandemic's legacies is the opening of genuinely global markets for talent. The trend of moving work to people, rather than people to work, is set to grow as effectively tapping into international talent pools can offer a huge competitive advantage for the employers that get it right. At the same time, though, recruiting globally can be daunting, with companies having to negotiate the previously unfamiliar cultural, financial, and legal complexities.

My guest this week is Jonathan Romley, founder and CEO of Lundy. Jonathan shares his extensive experience in mapping out international hiring plans and highlights why he sees the globalization of talent as a huge strategic opportunity for talent acquisition.

In the interview, we discuss:

The shifting global workforce landscape

Why global hiring is a strategic opportunity for Talent Acquisition

Understanding the business case

Assessing whether a role should be based in another country

Strategy roles versus execution roles

The vital importance of research

The disruptive force of AI

Trust and the candidate experience

What will TA look like in five years time?

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