Creating Human-Centered Workplaces in the Age of AI with Oz Rashid at MSH
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Creating Human-Centered Workplaces in the Age of AI with Oz Rashid at MSH

Leaders of B2BNov 18, 2025

AI Summary

In this episode, Oz Rashid, founder and CEO of MSH, discusses people‑first leadership and the need for authentic, connection‑driven hiring in an era where AI is reshaping talent acquisition. He explains how MSH’s data‑driven platform Aeon is expanding beyond recruitment to support employees in an AI‑augmented future, while emphasizing that full automation of hiring is still distant. Key takeaways include the stagnation of traditional hiring practices, the value of organic, unexpected candidate referrals, and the imperative for organizations to adapt quickly or risk being left behind.

Episode Description

True leadership isn’t about authority — it’s about connection, empathy and purpose. In this episode, Oz Rashid, Founder and CEO of MSH and Host of the “Hire Learning” podcast, dives into leadership, culture and the evolving expectations of today’s workforce. Drawing from his extensive experience in talent strategy, Oz explores what it takes to build high-performing teams in a rapidly changing business landscape. The discussion centers around people-first leadership, authenticity and the power of intentional hiring.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Introduction.

01:39 MSH began in 2011 with the intention of making hiring smarter and more data-driven.

05:25 Hiring hasn’t evolved like other industries, driving a need for innovation.

10:12 AI is advancing hiring, but full automation remains a long way off.

15:08 Client success fueled demand for MSH’s tech, Aeon, prompting a broader launch.

19:59 Aeon’s roadmap expands beyond hiring to support people in an AI future.

25:16 The best hires often come from organic, unexpected connections.

30:05 Recent layoffs haven’t been a result of AI, but automation may soon change that.

35:13 Adapting to change is essential. Those who resist new technology risk being left behind.

Resources Mentioned:

Oz Rashid -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid/

MSH | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/mshtalent/

MSH Talent website -

https://www.talentmsh.com/

"Hire Learning" podcast -

https://open.spotify.com/show/7CKt8PyliIOgm4DjcVIkVv

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Show Notes

True leadership isn’t about authority — it’s about connection, empathy and purpose. In this episode, Oz Rashid, Founder and CEO of MSH and Host of the “Hire Learning” podcast, dives into leadership, culture and the evolving expectations of today’s workforce. Drawing from his extensive experience in talent strategy, Oz explores what it takes to build high-performing teams in a rapidly changing business landscape. The discussion centers around people-first leadership, authenticity and the power of intentional hiring.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Introduction.

01:39 MSH began in 2011 with the intention of making hiring smarter and more data-driven.

05:25 Hiring hasn’t evolved like other industries, driving a need for innovation.

10:12 AI is advancing hiring, but full automation remains a long way off.

15:08 Client success fueled demand for MSH’s tech, Aeon, prompting a broader launch.

19:59 Aeon’s roadmap expands beyond hiring to support people in an AI future.

25:16 The best hires often come from organic, unexpected connections.

30:05 Recent layoffs haven’t been a result of AI, but automation may soon change that.

35:13 Adapting to change is essential. Those who resist new technology risk being left behind.

Resources Mentioned:

Oz Rashid -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozrashid/

MSH | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/mshtalent/

MSH Talent website -

https://www.talentmsh.com/

"Hire Learning" podcast -

https://open.spotify.com/show/7CKt8PyliIOgm4DjcVIkVv

This episode is brought to you by Content Allies.

Content Allies helps B2B tech companies launch revenue-generating podcasts and build relationships that drive revenue through podcast networking. 

We schedule interviews with your ideal prospects and strategic partners so that you can build relationships and grow your business. 

You show up and have conversations, we handle everything else. Learn more at ContentAllies.com 

#B2B #BusinessLeaders #Leadership

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