Recruiting Future with Matt Alder - What's Next For Talent Acquisition, HR & Hiring? A Deep Dive Into AI & The Future Of Talent Acquisition
Aug 22, 2025
In this discussion, Matt Alder, a talent acquisition expert with over 25 years of experience, dives into the transformative power of AI in hiring. He highlights the uneven adoption of AI across industries and the importance of a curious mindset for professionals. Matt discusses successful use cases like job ad automation and the need to scrutinize vendor claims about AI capabilities. He presents a unique four A's framework and warns about risks like fraudulent applications, urging a shift towards skills-based hiring for better candidate matches.
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AI Adoption Is Uneven And Often Reactive
- AI adoption is uneven: some industries lead while many employers remain near the start line.
- Most organizations use AI by default rather than by strategic design, which creates risk.
Be Curious And Experiment With AI
- Cultivate a curious mindset and experiment with AI tools rather than banning them outright.
- Stay adaptable and be willing to be wrong as the technology and timelines shift rapidly.
Automate Repetitive Hiring Tasks First
- Automate repetitive tasks like job advert creation, scheduling, and interview note taking.
- Use automation to free time for higher-value recruiter activities and better candidate communication.