The Human Capitalist
The Human Capitalist
Podcast Description
What is a Human Capitalist? Well, it's the new version of Human Resources. It's time to get rid of the outdated and reactive HR and replace it with Human Capitalism.
I'm Trent Cotton and I'm ready to give the HR industry the punch it needs to become more focused on Human Capital versus the old stauncy HR. I’m thrilled to have you here as we dive into the future of Human Resources together.
This podcast is all about empowering HR professionals to step up as proactive consultants, using AI and cutting-edge practices to manage a company’s largest expense and highest revenue producing asset—its people.
As a senior HR Executive at HatchWorks AI, I get a rare glimpse into the impact technology advancement will have on the industry. This podcast is designed to share those insights with you!
I’ll show you how to turn your biggest expense into a revenue-generating powerhouse by embracing change and leading with insight. If you are ready to be a rebel in the industry and unlock the true potential of human capital, this is the channel you've been looking for.
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This podcast focuses on topics such as AI in recruitment, strategies for proactive HR management, and the evolution of employee experience. For example, episodes discuss the impact of generative AI on recruitment efficiency, best practices in skills-based hiring, and the future of employer branding.
What is a Human Capitalist? Well, it’s the new version of Human Resources. It’s time to get rid of the outdated and reactive HR and replace it with Human Capitalism.
I’m Trent Cotton and I’m ready to give the HR industry the punch it needs to become more focused on Human Capital versus the old stauncy HR. I’m thrilled to have you here as we dive into the future of Human Resources together.
This podcast is all about empowering HR professionals to step up as proactive consultants, using AI and cutting-edge practices to manage a company’s largest expense and highest revenue producing asset—its people.
As a senior HR Executive at HatchWorks AI, I get a rare glimpse into the impact technology advancement will have on the industry. This podcast is designed to share those insights with you!
I’ll show you how to turn your biggest expense into a revenue-generating powerhouse by embracing change and leading with insight. If you are ready to be a rebel in the industry and unlock the true potential of human capital, this is the channel you’ve been looking for.
Is reverse recruiting a real career service — or a clever racket preying on job seekers? And what happens to recruiting when AI takes over the top of the funnel?
In this episode, I’m joined by Brian Fink, one of LinkedIn’s most respected recruiting voices, to unpack two disruptive trends reshaping the talent industry. We dive into the reverse recruiting craze — where candidates pay recruiters to apply for them — and why Brian calls it “a racket in new packaging.” I also share insights from my Fast Company article on the Talent Portfolio Manager (TPM) — a next-gen model redefining the recruiter’s role in the age of AI.
What you’ll learn:
Why the “AI eliminates 75% of resumes” stat is misleading — and who profits from that fear
The ethical problem with charging both candidates and companies
What a Talent Portfolio Manager does — and why it’s the future of recruiting
Why internal mobility is broken (and who’s hoarding the fix)
The 30-minute daily habit that keeps Brian and me ahead of the AI curve
Timestamps:
0:00 — Intro & Meet Brian Fink
2:00 — Reverse Recruiting: Trend or Racket?
6:30 — The “AI Eliminates 75%” Myth
9:00 — The Ethics of Reverse Recruiting
15:00 — The Talent Portfolio Manager Model
20:00 — Internal Mobility & Ownership
30:00 — HR’s Non-Negotiables in the Age of AI
35:00 — Daily Learning Habits & Staying Ahead
39:00 — Sprint Recruiting + Closing Thoughts
📌 Connect with Brian Fink: linkedin.com/in/brian-fink | @TheBrianFink on Substack, Instagram, and X
📌 Connect with Trent Cotton: linkedin.com/in/trentcotton | trentcotton.com/blog
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