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AI, Trust and Letting Go: Matt Bennett on What Really Drives High Performing Teams (Part 2)

In Part 2 of Kat’s conversation with Matt Bennett, founder of West Peak US, Kat finally asks the AI question.

Matt explains why recruitment founders need to start with the problem, not the tool. He shares Gallup’s latest data, which shows employee engagement jumping from 32% to 53% in organisations with a three-pronged AI strategy, and explains Jevons principle and why becoming more efficient can make recruiters more in demand, not less.

The conversation then turns personal. Matt shares his 15 minute Friday reflection ritual, complete with “bamboo weeks” and a pack of gold stars, and why…

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