In Episode 16 of Hire Smart Scale Fast, hosts Eric Farber and Hunter Miranda unpack the ongoing wave of tech layoffs and how artificial intelligence is accelerating a new era in hiring, recruiting, and job relevance. From Microsoft’s job cuts to the rise of AI-written code, this episode breaks down the impact of economic pressure, automation, and the future of human-centered hiring.
Discover what leaders, job seekers, and recruiters must do to stay ahead in a market shaped by rapid innovation—and why relevance is everything. They also share firsthand insights from HelloVV’s AI-powered platform and discuss the shortcomings of removing the human element in hiring.
Whether you’re in tech, HR, or simply navigating your career, this episode delivers sharp takeaways and fresh perspectives on the future of work.
Time stamps:
00:00 — Welcome + Summer weather talk
00:42 — Intro to today's topic: layoffs in tech
01:12 — Microsoft and other major layoffs explained
02:08 — AI writing code: Salesforce, Microsoft & the future of developers
03:14 — Marketing roles and automation with AI
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