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Powering Potential with Robert Walters

Robert Walters
Artificial Intelligence
Diversity and Inclusion
Learning and Development
Martyn Redstone
EU AI Act
AI In HR
Bias In AI
Talent Acquisition
Google
Playfulness At Work
Psychological Safety
Blockchain
HSBC
Institute Of Student Employers
Early Careers
Linkedin Algorithm
Robert Walters
Talent Intelligence
Defi
Crypto

Powering potential with Robert Walters is our global podcast series bringing together business leaders, recruitment experts and career growth specialists to share their insights and views on the latest hiring and career growth trends. So whether you’re an industry leader, people manager or job seeker, our podcast series has something for you.

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Welcome to the latest episode in the AI in Action mini-series, part of the Powering Potential with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, this episode examines how blo... more

Welcome to Episode 6 of the AI in Action mini-series, part of the Powering Potential with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work Advisory, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, this episode explores how AI ... more

Welcome to the latest episode in the AI in Action mini-series, part of the Powering Potential with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work Advisory, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, this episode delves ... more

Welcome to the latest episode in the AI in Action mini-series, part of the Powering Potential with Robert Walters podcast. Hosted by Tom Lakin, Global Head of Future of Work Advisory, and Faye Walshe, Director of Innovation & AI, this episode explore... more

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Richard Brown
Chief Executive Officer
R3 Labs
Episode: AI in Action: E7 Richard Brown - Blockchain, technology, and the future of work
Kelsey Kates
Pioneer in live learning experiences in the workplace, formerly at Google
Google
Episode: AI in Action: E6 AI and Learning & Development
Stephen Isherwood
Co-Chief Executive of the Institute of Student Employers
Institute of Student Employers
Episode: AI in Action: E5 Future-Proof: What AI really means for early careers
Joe Baguley
Chief Technology Officer at Broadcom
Broadcom
Episode: AI in Action: E4 The Workforce Rewrite: What AI is really changing
Birgit Neu
Former Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion at HSBC
HSBC (former)
Episode: AI in Action: E3 Breaking bias: How AI can drive fairer recruitment
Martyn Redstone
Industry leader in AI and HR governance, advocate for responsible AI
Independent/Industry Leader
Episode: AI in Action: E2 Ethical AI and the future of hiring
Matt Hesketh
Head of Talent for the Middle East and UAE at HSBC
HSBC
Episode: AI in Action: E1 The human advantage in Talent Acquisition

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Tom Lakin
Host of Powering Potential; Global Director of Future of Work at Robert Walters
Faye Walshe
Host of Powering Potential; Global Head of Innovation and AI at Robert Walters

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    Una muy buena y diferente manera de aprender de grandes profesionales las mejores prácticas!!

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High-quality conversations around AI governance and responsible AI in recruitment are a strong draw for sponsors.
Listeners appreciate practical insights from global leaders and real-world examples from large organizations.

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#125
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#148
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#184
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AI in Action: E5 Future-Proof: What AI really means for early careers
Q: What should grads do now to prepare for an AI-enabled job market?
Grads should seek hands-on experiences, build transferable skills, and use AI as a research and exploration tool rather than a shortcut for crafting their CV. They should project their skills and experiences clearly and engage in activities that demonstrate capability beyond scripted AI-generated responses.
AI in Action: E5 Future-Proof: What AI really means for early careers
Q: How is AI actually being used in early careers programs today?
Most employers are not using AI to make decisions in recruitment yet; testing and gamification are common, with AI's role largely in policy formation, candidate guidance, and upfront assessment rather than final hiring decisions.
AI in Action: E5 Future-Proof: What AI really means for early careers
Q: Is early careers recruitment in decline, or is this a broader market shift?
The guest asserts that there is a real decline in graduate vacancies in some sectors, but the picture is mixed across the market. Economic headwinds, hiring control, and sector-specific dynamics all play a role, and AI is just one part of the broader conversation rather than the sole driver.
AI in Action: E3 Breaking bias: How AI can drive fairer recruitment
Q: What should HR leaders do next to responsibly implement AI in recruitment?
Be proactive about learning, pursue deeper subject-matter expertise, and ensure teams—HR, DEI, and tech—collaborate with transparency and clear governance around which decisions humans retain and where AI is applied.
AI in Action: E3 Breaking bias: How AI can drive fairer recruitment
Q: Could AI screening be fair if used with proper due diligence, or is it inherently biased and risky?
The jury is still out. We're in the middle of this evolution where robust criteria, testing, and human oversight are essential to make AI screening more reliable and fair rather than simply replacing human judgment.

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This series focuses on how technology, AI, and modern work practices intersect with recruitment, leadership, and career growth. Episodes frequently center on AI-enabled learning, governance and ethics in hiring, talent acquisition at scale, and the transformation of the workforce through data-driven decision making. Listeners are exposed to practical use cases from global enterprises, with emphasis on responsible AI, workforce planning, and the human elements of upskilling and recruitment. A few standout angles include enterprise AI governance, the balance between automation and high-touch engagement in TA, and the strategic role of AI in shaping future leaders, all framed by leaders and practitioners from technology, finance, and corporate... more

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