<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adaeze-iloeje-udeogalanya">Adaeze Iloeje-Udeogalanya⁠</a> welcomes <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahirlaul/">Mahir Laul</a>, founder and CEO of <a href="https://velric.ai">Velric</a>, to explore future-proof leadership, hiring transformation, and adaptability in the era of AI.Mahir shares how embracing flexibility, valuing people over place, and focusing on skills (not just credentials) empower both candidates and companies.The conversation reveals actionable hiring tips, the value of continuous upskilling, and how AI isn’t eliminating jobs but changing the rules for finding and keeping work. Listeners—especially women in STEM and career changers—will gain inspiration, practical job-seeking strategies, and the mindset needed for success in fast-evolving industries. This episode is designed for:Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) seeking guidance on leadership, career advancement, and breaking barriers.Job seekers and professionals navigating modern hiring systems, especially those impacted by AI-driven changes.Recruiters and hiring managers wanting to improve hiring, retention, and diversity practices.Entrepreneurs, tech founders, and business leaders interested in sustainable business building and adapting to the rapid pace of innovation.Anyone interested in leadership, adaptability, and future-of-work conversations.Timestamps00:01:07: Adaeze introduces the mission: empowering women in STEM for leadership.00:05:01: Mahir on adaptability, global citizenship, and finding belonging beyond physical spaces.00:10:56: Mahir discusses misconceptions about startups and the hidden realities behind building a sustainable business.00:17:44: Mahir explains why flexibility and multiple revenue streams matter, especially with AI disruption.00:21:29: Adaeze and Mahir dissect what’s broken in traditional hiring and why Velric exists.00:29:35: Mahir clarifies that AI shifts jobs rather than eliminates them, urging listeners to focus on value creation.00:32:34: Debate on the relevance of degrees versus microcredentialing and adaptation in today’s job market.00:43:03: Tangible career advice: why authenticity and personal outreach matter in getting hired.00:47:06: Action step: Do proactive cold outreach and expect low response rates—but persevere! Q: Who is Mahir Laul? A: Mahir Laul is the founder and CEO of <a href="https://velric.ai">Velric</a>, an AI-driven hiring intelligence platform.Q: What does Velric do? A: Velric helps organizations hire based on job-specific, merit-based assessments rather than resumes, focusing on proof of skills and critical thinking.Q: How is AI affecting the hiring process? A: AI is streamlining hiring but can introduce bias or overlook talent; Velric addresses these by

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