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The New Rules of Premium Hiring

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 🔴 Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more conversations on hiring, leadership, and the future of talent.

From Skills to Impact: What Actually Makes Talent Valuable Today?

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. 🔴 If this conversation made you reflect, do not forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights on leadership and hiring!

AI and the New Rules of Talent Acquisition

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 🔴 If this conversation made you reflect, do not forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights on leadership and hiring!

Decoding Candidate Intent: From Talent Pulse to Interview Insight

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 🔴 If this conversation made you reflect, do not forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights on leadership and hiring!

Hiring on WhatsApp: How Conversational AI Is Rewriting Frontline Workforce Management

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.