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July 1, 2025 48 mins

In this episode of the Objective Hiring show, executive data scientist Elias Hadaya discusses the intricacies of building effective data teams and emphasizes the importance of having a clear objective and the right mindset. Reflecting on his 20 years of experience across various industries, Elias highlights common pitfalls companies face when forming analytic teams. He underscores the necessity of understanding the broader business context, taking calculated risks, and fostering ownership within teams. The conversation also extends to the emerging role of AI and large language models (LLMs) in the field of analytics and hiring, predicting potential shifts in required skill sets and the nature of hiring processes. Elias notes the invaluable potential of AI in improving efficiency and reducing bias in recruitment, while also stressing the enduring importance of human judgment and empathy. The episode concludes with Elias posing a thought-provoking question for future guests on the lessons learned from past hiring mistakes.

Show Notes:

00:00 Introduction: The Importance of 'Why' in Decision Making

00:44 Welcome to the Objective Hiring Show

00:57 Guest Introduction: Meet Elias Hedaya

01:24 Building Successful Data Teams

04:08 The Mindset for Analytical Teams

06:55 Understanding the Business Context

14:22 The Role of Large Language Models in Data Science

30:35 AI's Impact on Hiring Practices

38:33 The Future of AI in Recruitment

47:02 Final Thoughts and Reflections


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