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

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

June 5, 2026 · 36 min · Season 4 · Episode 9

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Mervyn Dinnen hosts Matt Alder to discuss the current state and future of AI in HR, focusing on recruitment and candidate experience.

Making AI Matter: Leadership, Culture, and the Future of Hiring Hosts:  Mervyn Dinnen Guest: Matt Alder, Talent Acquisition Strategist   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   Thank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman. Every year, companies spin their wheels searching externally for senior leaders. Meanwhile, their next VP is already…

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