How to Hire AI-Native Talent for Your Business

In this episode of the Band of Insiders podcast, host Funs Jacobs delves into how businesses can find and hire AI-native employees. With a focus on the cultural revolution accompanying the technological advances of AI, Jacobs outlines five key strategies for identifying candidates who can effectively integrate AI into their workflows. He emphasizes the importance of context engineering, critical thinking, curiosity, and the ability to manage AI agents. Jacobs also shares insights from his career and offers practical tips for bringing the right talent into organizations looking to thrive in an AI-driven world.

00:00 Introduction and Gratitude

00:46 Today's Topic: Finding AI Native Employees

01:35 Host's Background and Experience

03:12 The Importance of AI in Hiring

03:56 Five Ways to Identify AI Talent

04:15 1. Beyond Basic AI Usage

05:41 2. The Power of Context Engineering

07:46 3. Avoiding AI Dependency

09:33 4. Valuing Curiosity Over Credentials

11:08 5. Managing AI Agents

13:00 Summary and Closing Thoughts

13:49 Final Remarks and Call to Action

About Band of Insiders

Band of Insiders is a future forward platform and community for curious marketers, brand leaders, and founders who want to stay ahead of the curve. We explore the cultural and technological shifts shaping business—from AI to blockchain, gaming to Gen Z behavior—and what they really mean for you.

Hosted by Funs Jacobs: Dutch innovation strategist with 10+ years of experience in advertising, music, sports, and tech. Now based in Bali, Funs helps brands around the world spot what’s next and act on it, fast.

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