Is AI killing recruitment—or making recruiters stronger?

In this episode of ValueMatrix.TV, Winston A de Rosario shares real, on-ground insights from 20+ years in HR, culture, and talent leadership.

We discuss how AI is transforming hiring, why resumes don’t tell the full story, and how recruiters can become force multipliers instead of gatekeepers. Winston breaks down bias in recruitment, the reality of culture fit, handling mis-hires, and how to create authentic employer branding that attracts the right talent—not just more talent.

You’ll also hear powerful perspectives on:

* Balancing AI with human judgment

* Measuring ROI on people & culture

* Hiring for resilience, adaptability & trust

* Why high performers shape organizational outcomes

Whether you’re a recruiter, HR leader, founder, or talent strategist, this conversation offers practical wisdom, real stories, and future-ready thinking on building meaningful careers and organizations.

Is AI really eliminating bias in hiring—or industrialising it at scale?In this candid episode of ValueMatrix.tv, host Pooja Monga speaks with global HR leader Prabeer Nair, who brings over two decades of experience across Google, Oracle, and global consulting assignments. From AI-driven recruitment myths to the uncomfortable truth about “cultural fit,” this conversation challenges everything we think we know about modern HR.Prabeer breaks down why resumes are losing relevance, how AI is amplifying hidden biases, and why most hiring metrics completely miss the real cost of bad hires. He also explains why the future of talent acquisition lies in behavioural mathematics, catalytic friction, and human-centric decision-making—not keyword matching or glossy employer branding.If you care about the future of work, ethical AI, authentic employer value propositions, and building organisations that actually adapt, this episode will make you rethink hiring from the ground up.Watch till the end for bold takes on culture, leadership, and why “fit” might be the biggest lie in HR today.

In this insightful episode of ValueMatrix.TV, we sit down with Rakhi Pundir, HR Director at VisionSpring Foundation, to unpack how hiring, leadership, and workforce dynamics are evolving in the age of AI. With over 20 years of experience across startups, global corporates, and the social sector, Rakhi shares how organizations are shifting from experience-based hiring to skill-based and intent-driven talent decisions.The conversation dives deep into AI-enabled recruitment, the limits of automation, and why human judgment, energy, and team chemistry still matter. Rakhi explains how to scientifically build high-performing teams, balance planners, executors, motivators, and leaders, and why psychometric assessments are critical for senior leadership hiring.A must-watch for CHROs, HR leaders, and founders, this episode also explores Gen Z hiring, cultural fit, empathy in HR, and the future of people management—where technology accelerates decisions, but humanity sustains organizations.

In this compelling episode of ValueMetrics.tv, Shobana Kailash, senior HR leader and consultant at Benevolve, shares a sharp, experience-backed view on how AI is transforming talent acquisition—without replacing the soul of hiring. With 25+ years across India, Asia, the Middle East, and the US, Shobana unpacks the shift from rapid hiring to intentional, high-quality talent decisions.The conversation explores why resumes no longer tell the full story, how AI can become “efficiently biased,” and why culture is no longer about fit—but culture addition. Shobana breaks down the real role of AI in recruitment: accelerating sourcing and screening while leaving judgment, empathy, leadership assessment, and decision-making firmly in human hands.From success profiles and behavioral simulations to leadership accountability, employer branding authenticity, and ROI on people investments, this episode is a must-read for CHROs, HR leaders, and founders navigating AI-enabled hiring with clarity, ethics, and purpose.

In this insightful conversation, seasoned HR leader and ICF-accredited coach Satish Singh unpacks how AI is reshaping recruitment in manufacturing—and why human judgment still matters more than ever. Drawing from over 24 years of experience across pharma, consumer goods, automotive, and manufacturing, Satish shares real-world perspectives on AI-driven hiring, resume filtering, interview speed, and the growing challenge of candidate dropouts.

The discussion goes beyond hype to address what AI can—and cannot—do: from accelerating processes and improving feedback loops to the risks of over-filtering talent and missing cultural fit. Satish also explores Gen Z expectations, loyalty erosion, team performance myths, leadership accountability, and why strong induction and PMS systems are critical to building high-performing teams.

A must-watch for CHROs, HR leaders, and manufacturing decision-makers navigating the future of talent—where speed, technology, and the human touch must work together.

s AI really the biggest disruptor in hiring—or is it exposing what was already broken?

In this episode of ValueMatrix.TV, HR 30 Under 30 awardee Sumeet Shevkani, Head of People & Culture, breaks down how recruitment, culture, and leadership are evolving in the age of AI, hybrid work, and Gen Z expectations. From debunking the myth of “bias-free AI” to explaining why resumes show history—not potential—this conversation delivers hard truths every founder, CHRO, recruiter, and job seeker needs to hear.

We explore why mis-hires happen despite smart resumes, how culture fit should move beyond gut feeling, why soft skills outlast technical skills, and how AI should be used as a tool of amplification—not replacement. Sumeet also shares what Gen Z expects from hiring today: transparency, fairness, and real feedback.

If you care about building better teams, hiring for the future, and using AI responsibly—this episode is unmissable.

In this episode of ValueMatrix.TV, CHRO veteran Ajo Jose shares two decades of wisdom on how hiring has shifted from gut-based decisions to data-driven, AI-powered talent strategies. He breaks down why resumes are no longer reliable predictors, how AI is reshaping—not replacing—recruiters, and what truly defines team chemistry, cultural alignment, and long-term success.

Ajo Jose also explains why psychological safety, diversity of thought, resilience and soft skills now outweigh technical expertise. From predictive analytics to ethical AI, candidate experience to employer authenticity, this conversation reveals the future of hiring—simulations over interviews, transparency over branding, and experience offers over job offers. A must-watch for CHROs, TA leaders and future HR strategists.

In this powerful VM Sessions episode, Navin Patel, Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Affine, breaks down the truth behind the new, unpredictable world of modern hiring. With over 21 years of global TA experience, Navin reveals how AI, evolving candidate behavior, and shifting workplace expectations have created a talent landscape unlike anything we’ve seen before.

Navin explains how hiring has moved from a rigid, in-office, process-heavy model to a flexible, virtual, candidate-first ecosystem. He shares how AI has transformed into a co-pilot for recruiters—screening resumes, assessing engagement, scheduling interviews and even predicting drop-offs. Yet, he warns of the rising complexity: AI-generated resumes, overly polished profiles and inflated experience that make screening harder than ever.He also addresses the growing trust deficit: multiple-offer situations, candidates disappearing last minute, and cultural mismatches that hurt organizational performance. Navin highlights why communication, adaptability, learning agility and behavioral intelligence now matter more than technical skills.

Looking ahead, he predicts that by 2030, hiring will be deeply automated while recruiters evolve into strategic advisors, guiding leaders on workforce design, culture and capability building.

Whether you’re a CHRO, TA leader or business founder, this episode is packed with insights on building resilient teams, adopting AI wisely and staying ahead of the talent curve.