H.I.R.E.D. by iimjobs

AI is changing how we work. But is it also changing how we build careers?

For decades, success followed a familiar path: gain experience, become a specialist, move into leadership. Today, that playbook is being rewritten. Careers are becoming less linear, learning is continuous, and adaptability may be the most valuable skill professionals can develop.

In this episode of H.I.R.E.D. by iimjobs & All Things Talent, we sit down with Aditya Ramakrishna, Country Head, Digital Industries, India at Siemens, to explore how technology is reshaping work, leadership, and the careers of tomorrow.

In this conversation, we explore:
• The biggest changes in the nature of work over the last decade
• Whether traditional career paths still hold true
• The skills and qualities that will define future-ready professionals
• How to stay adaptable in a world of constant technological change
• The biggest mistakes people make while trying to future-proof their careers
• Practical advice for Gen Z and early-career professionals
• What the next decade of work could look like in the age of AI

One of the strongest takeaways? The future won't belong to those who know the most—it will belong to those who keep learning the fastest.

Watch the video episode now: https://youtu.be/pSLDXROGttM

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Everyone wants to be agile. Everyone wants AI. Everyone wants flatter organisations, faster decisions, and future-ready talent.

But are companies truly transforming, or are they simply adding new technology to old ways of working?

In this episode of H.I.R.E.D. by iimjobs and ATT, we sit down with Mansee Singhal, Partner & Career Business Leader at Mercer India, to unpack one of the biggest workplace shifts of our time — how AI, changing workforce expectations, and organisational agility are reshaping the future of work.

From the rise of Gen Z to the evolving role of leadership, from flatter structures to skills-first hiring, this conversation explores what organisations need to do to remain relevant in a world where change is no longer a phase — it's the operating model.

🔹 Why Indian organisations are restructuring faster than their global counterparts
 🔹 Whether AI is driving real transformation or simply boosting productivity
 🔹 Why performance and productivity may need a complete rethink
 🔹 The truth about flatter organisations and decision-making speed
 🔹 How AI is changing the role of employees, especially mid-level talent
 🔹 The growing influence of Gen Z on workplace design and culture
 🔹 Why adaptability is becoming more valuable than experience alone
 🔹 What effective leadership looks like in an AI-enabled workplace

One of the most interesting takeaways from this conversation? The future of work may be powered by technology, but it will still be defined by people.

Watch the video episode now: https://youtu.be/NqRpP6c6t94

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What actually makes someone "premium talent" today?

Is it pedigree? Titles? Brand names on a resume?

Or is it something far more difficult to assess — adaptability, judgment, learning agility, and the ability to create impact in fast-changing environments?

In this episode of HIRED by iimjobs & All Things Talent, we explore how leadership hiring is evolving and what it takes to attract and evaluate senior talent with Anusha Mallanna, Head of Talent at Zepto.

 From evaluating senior talent beyond traditional credentials to understanding what leaders look for before making a move, this conversation unpacks the realities of premium hiring in today's market.

You'll hear:

• Why the definition of premium talent is changing

• What senior leaders evaluate before accepting a new opportunity

• How organizations can distinguish strong resumes from real leadership potential

• The role of adaptability and judgment in high-growth environments

• Why employer brand and company narrative matter more than ever

• How AI is influencing expectations from future leaders

• What talent teams need to rethink to build stronger leadership pipelines

Whether you're a talent leader, hiring manager, business leader, or someone aspiring to step into leadership roles, this conversation offers valuable insights into what it takes to attract and evaluate top talent today.

Watch the video episode now: https://youtu.be/k6eXCfVimA0

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Everyone seems to have certifications. Everyone seems to know AI. Everyone seems to be upskilling.

So why do some professionals create extraordinary value while others struggle to stand out?

In this episode of H.I.R.E.D., by iimjobs and All Things Talent, we sit down with Abhilash George, Business Head – High Value Search at Randstad India, to explore how the definition of talent is changing in an AI-driven world.

From the declining importance of pedigree and the rise of outcome-based hiring to the growing premium on judgement, context, and ownership, Abhilash shares what organisations are truly looking for when evaluating talent today.

We discuss:

• Why pedigree and impressive resumes are no longer enough
• The difference between skills, capability, and real-world impact
• Whether AI proficiency can outweigh domain expertise
• Why organisations are prioritising ownership and business thinking
• The truth behind the so-called talent shortage
• What skills are becoming commoditised—and what will remain valuable in the age of AI

One particularly powerful insight from the conversation: AI may make execution faster, but it dramatically increases the value of knowing what should be executed in the first place.

Whether you're a leader, recruiter, HR professional, or someone navigating your own career journey, this episode offers a practical perspective on how talent, value, and employability are being redefined.

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What if the resume was never really a talent document to begin with?

In this episode of HIRED by iimjobs & All Things Talent, we unpack this with a talent leader who doesn’t just talk about AI in hiring; she calls out what the current hiring model has been quietly getting wrong for years.

From why resumes sort for familiarity (not capability), to how recruiters must now become career coaches, ethical gatekeepers, and strategic advisors in an AI-powered world, this conversation is honest, sharp, and a little uncomfortable in the best way.

 If you work in hiring, HR, or leadership, or you’re a candidate trying to make sense of today’s job market, this one will change how you think about talent.

Check out the video episode on https://youtu.be/aTWc9qXyX0g

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Why do candidates really move?

It is not always compensation. It is not always titles. And it is rarely just about the next brand name on a CV.

In this episode of H.I.R.E.D. by IIMJobs and All Things Talent (ATT), we sit down with Shafi Ahmad, Head of Recruitment – India and Head of the Application Service Line across Global Delivery Centres, to unpack what truly drives career decisions today.

This is not a conversation about filling roles.
It is about understanding intent.

If you are in talent acquisition, leadership, or hiring, this episode will make you rethink how you listen in interviews.

Check out the video episode on https://youtu.be/LAJ_JCcp0ME

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Frontline hiring today exists in two parallel realities. Businesses plan in weeks. Workers think in days. This widening gap between organisational processes and frontline expectations is costing industries time, talent, and billions in lost productivity.

In this episode of the HIRED Podcast, Krishna Khandelwal, Founder & CEO of Hunar.ai, unpacks why traditional hiring models are failing frontline workforces and how conversational AI, powered through familiar platforms like WhatsApp, is changing the game.

Check out the video episode on https://youtu.be/rbSVKtwhWs8

Disclaimer: All views expressed in this episode are 100% personal and do not represent any official position. We are here to learn, unlearn, and maybe rethink how we hire. 

What does premium talent really mean today and why is it still so hard to hire, despite a crowded job market?

In this episode, Anurag Lakhera, Talent Acquisition Leader at SoftwareOne, unpacks how premium hiring actually happens today. From redefining what 'high-impact talent' looks like to debunking common myths around niche hiring, Anurag shares how talent leaders approach sourcing, engagement, storytelling, and decision-making when the stakes are high.

Check out the video episode on https://youtu.be/DpSjA251qRM

Disclaimer: All views expressed in this episode are 100% personal and do not represent any official position. We are here to learn, unlearn, and maybe rethink how we hire. 

What does it take to hire with heart in a world driven by rapid change? In this episode, Ruksar Julekha, Regional Leader, Talent Acquisition – India & Oversight Countries, ABB, opens up about her journey, her leadership philosophy, and how she is reimagining talent strategy for tomorrow’s workforce.

 Check out the video episode on https://youtu.be/6muU6qqfnSc

Disclaimer: All views expressed in this episode are 100% personal and do not represent any official position. We are here to learn, unlearn, and maybe rethink how we hire. 

In this episode of H.I.R.E.D. by iimjobs, Sudha Vutukuru reimagines how campus hiring will evolve over the next decade. From AI-led assessments to skills-first recruitment and the future of human connection, she paints a vivid picture of what 2035 could look like. Catch her speaking on how technology and empathy will shape the next generation of hiring.

Check out the video episode on https://youtu.be/4QluNI3lL-k

Disclaimer: All views expressed in this episode are 100% personal and do not represent any official position. We are here to learn, unlearn, and maybe rethink how we hire.