In this episode of Alooba’s Objective Hiring Show, Tim interviews Disha and delves into the impact of AI and automation tools in the hiring process. They discuss practical experiences with tools, highlighting the importance of automation for managing large applicant pools. Disha shares insights on their approach to incorporating AI in hiring, such as permitting candidates to use ChatGPT during interviews while stressing the importance of honesty. The conversation also covers the challenges of bias in AI, strategies for equitable hiring, and the evolution of their hiring methodology, including the significance of job descriptions, mission alignment, and the use of job scorecards. They debate the balance between gut feeling and data-driven approaches, and the nuances of equitable representation and qualitative assessment in the hiring landscape.