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How to Hire AI-Native Talent for Your BusinessIn this episode of the Band of Insiders podcast, host Funs Jacobs delves into how businesses can find and hire AI-native employees. With a focus on the cultural revolution accompanying the technological advances of AI, Jacobs outlines five key strategies for identifying candidates who can effectively integrate AI into their workflows. He emphasizes the importance of context engineering, critical thinking, curiosity, and the ability to manage AI agents. Jacobs also shares insights from his career and offers practical tips for bringing the right talent into organizations looking to thrive in an AI-driven world.00:00 Introduction and Gratitude00:46 Today's Topic: Finding AI Native Employees01:35 Host's Background and Experience03:12 The Importance of AI in Hiring03:56 Five Ways to Identify AI Talent04:15 1. Beyond Basic AI Usage05:41 2. The Power of Context Engineering07:46 3. Avoiding AI Dependency09:33 4. Valuing Curiosity Over Credentials11:08 5. Managing AI Agents13:00 Summary and Closing Thoughts13:49 Final Remarks and Call to ActionAbout Band of InsidersBand of Insiders is a future forward platform and community for curious marketers, brand leaders, and founders who want to stay ahead of the curve. We explore the cultural and technological shifts shaping business—from AI to blockchain, gaming to Gen Z behavior—and what they really mean for you.Hosted by Funs Jacobs: Dutch innovation strategist with 10+ years of experience in advertising, music, sports, and tech. Now based in Bali, Funs helps brands around the world spot what’s next and act on it, fast.Subscribe to the newsletter for weekly deep dives and rapid signals: www.funsjacobs.comJoin the WhatsApp community for real-time drops and discussion.Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/funsjConnect on Instagram: @funs.eth or @band.of.insidersEmail: [email protected]
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