In this episode, Kenny sits down with Chris Allaire, Founder and CEO of Averity, to make sense of how AI is reshaping hiring and staffing — and where it’s still nowhere near ready.

Having spent nearly 30 years placing engineering and data teams, Chris has watched every wave of automation hit recruitment. His take? AI can speed things up, but it can’t replace the trust, intuition, or honesty that great hiring depends on. We explore how roles are evolving, what skills are becoming essential, and how leaders can introduce AI without losing the human connection that great hiring depends on.

If you’re leading teams across tech, operations, or talent, this conversation will help you navigate AI with more realism, more clarity, and a stronger sense of what should stay human.

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction and Chris' Background

02:45 – The Evolution of Technology and Communication

05:29 – AI: Understanding Its Infancy and Misconceptions

08:03 – Human in the Loop: The Importance of Oversight

10:32 – The Role of AI in Recruitment and Organizational Change

13:08 – The Impact of AI on the Workforce and Job Roles

15:31 – Trust as the Currency in AI and Human Interaction

18:18 – Trends in AI Recruitment and Future Skills

22:57 – Psychology of Change: Adapting to AI in the Workplace

28:19 – Final Thoughts: The Human Element in AI and Business

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