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Episode Synopsis
Embracing AI in HR: Insights from Jose Cong
In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host welcomes Jose Cong, Chief People Officer at Humane, to discuss his 25-year career in HR, the evolution of HR roles, and how technology, especially AI, is reshaping the function. Jose shares his experiences from working with industry giants like NVIDIA, Apple, and Nest Labs, highlighting pivotal moments in his career. He elaborates on the importance of strategic planning in HR, leveraging data, and the transformative impact of AI in automating tasks, thereby enhancing overall efficiency and allowing HR professionals to be more present and human-centric in their roles. Jose emphasizes that AI will not replace jobs but will optimize outputs, urging HR leaders to embrace AI for improved business impact.
00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast
00:44 Welcoming Jose Cong
00:57 Jose Cong's Career Journey
04:11 The Role of HR Today and Its Evolution
05:12 Strategic HR Planning and Decision Making
09:46 Technological Advancements in HR
14:46 The Importance of Data in HR
15:43 Embracing AI in HR
17:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host welcomes Jose Cong, Chief People Officer at Humane, to discuss his 25-year career in HR, the evolution of HR roles, and how technology, especially AI, is reshaping the function. Jose shares his experiences from working with industry giants like NVIDIA, Apple, and Nest Labs, highlighting pivotal moments in his career. He elaborates on the importance of strategic planning in HR, leveraging data, and the transformative impact of AI in automating tasks, thereby enhancing overall efficiency and allowing HR professionals to be more present and human-centric in their roles. Jose emphasizes that AI will not replace jobs but will optimize outputs, urging HR leaders to embrace AI for improved business impact.
00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast
00:44 Welcoming Jose Cong
00:57 Jose Cong's Career Journey
04:11 The Role of HR Today and Its Evolution
05:12 Strategic HR Planning and Decision Making
09:46 Technological Advancements in HR
14:46 The Importance of Data in HR
15:43 Embracing AI in HR
17:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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