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Listen "#57: Lesya Arnold on Hiring A-Players, Startup Talent, and the Future of Work"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Imran’s Podcast, I sit down with Lesya Arnold, CEO and Founder of A-Players, to dive into the changing landscape of hiring—from what startups are really looking for in top talent to how AI is reshaping job roles.
Lesya shares:
What defines an A-Player and why companies struggle to hire them
How startups are competing with Big Tech for the best talent in today’s job market
The rise of smaller, high-impact teams and the shift toward leaner organizations
How AI is eliminating junior roles and what skills are becoming non-negotiable
Why the perception of success is changing—impact-driven companies are the future
We also discuss the VC hiring landscape, how companies are raising the bar on efficiency, and what it really takes to stand out in today’s competitive job market.
If you’re a founder, hiring manager, or job seeker trying to navigate these shifts, this episode is packed with actionable insights.
Lesya shares:
What defines an A-Player and why companies struggle to hire them
How startups are competing with Big Tech for the best talent in today’s job market
The rise of smaller, high-impact teams and the shift toward leaner organizations
How AI is eliminating junior roles and what skills are becoming non-negotiable
Why the perception of success is changing—impact-driven companies are the future
We also discuss the VC hiring landscape, how companies are raising the bar on efficiency, and what it really takes to stand out in today’s competitive job market.
If you’re a founder, hiring manager, or job seeker trying to navigate these shifts, this episode is packed with actionable insights.
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