Defining the Skills that Matter in the Age of AI

Defining the Skills that Matter in the Age of AIHosts: Steve Boese and Trish SteedGuest: Caitlin MacGregor, CEO, Plum SummaryIn this episode of At Work in America, Steve Boese and Trish Steed engage with Caitlin McGregor, CEO of Plum, to discuss the innovative approach of Plum in assessing durable skills and the impact of AI on the workforce. They explore how organizations can better match employees to roles that suit their strengths and the importance of shifting towards skills-based hiring in a rapidly changing job market. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Plum and Its Vision03:31 Understanding Durable Skills and Their Importance07:49 Enhancing Productivity Through Skill Matching12:07 AI's Impact on Career Paths and Entry-Level Jobs16:28 The Role of AI in Transforming Work Dynamics 21:11 Common Language for Skills and Self-Awareness26:48. Skills-Based Hiring and a New Approach to Talent Management Create your own Plum Profile HEREThank you for your continued support of the show and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! The HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman.HR is about to change for good with the power of Human Intelligence.By combining AI and the rich data of Workhuman’s #1 rated employee recognition platform, Human Intelligence answers HR’s most demanding needs……unlocking insights and capabilities that redefine talent management, cultural transformation, and employee engagement — ultimately elevating performance and, above all, people.The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it?Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good. This episode of At Work in America is sponsored by Paychex, one of the leading providers of HR, payroll, retirement, and insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes.Are you ready to crush the year ahead? The 2025 Priorities for Business Leaders Report from our friends at Paychex is here, and it's packed with insights from 600 companies on how to drive growth and get ahead.This isn't your average data dump — it includes actionable strategies on everything from attracting new hires to improving employee retention, managing HR compliance, and leveraging technology to stay competitive.  If you want to stay ahead of the curve and tackle 2025 with confidence, download the report today at paychex.com/awia.It’s free, it’s insightful, and it might just give you the edge you need.