Are digital workers coming for your job? In this episode, Metaview CEO Siadhal Magos— our resident AI expert— breaks down the rise of AI-powered SDRs and what it means for the future of work.
From 11x.ai's $75M raise to replace human sales reps, to broader implications for recruiting and tech roles, discover why VCs are betting big on AI labor. This is a candid discussion about job displacement, productivity gains, and why getting your hands dirty with AI might be your best career move.
Discover how top HR leaders transformed from "the team in the corner" to invaluable business partners – and how you can, too.
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TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) Intro
(01:00) 11x.ai and Their Products (Alice & Mike)
(02:03) Discussion of VCs' Interest in AI Labor Market
(03:43) Labor vs Software Market Size Comparison
(05:37) Evolution of Software Sales Models
(07:18) Current State and Limitations of AI SDRs
(08:15) Discussion of AI Job Displacement
(09:01) Types of Roles Most Affected by AI
(12:42) Historical Context of Automation in Tech
(14:12) Future of Work and AI Integration
(16:39) Sponsor: Metaview
(17:59) Company Spending and Hiring Philosophy
(20:00) Future of Recruiting and AI Integration
(23:21) Historical Job Evolution and Future Opportunities
(25:15) Importance of Hands-on AI Experience
(26:24) Impact of AI on Engineering Productivity
(27:05) AI's Effect on Recruiter Efficiency
(27:53) Wrap
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