The Hard Part with Evan McCann

Evan McCann

The Hard Part, hosted by Evan McCann, uncovers the stories, strategies, and playbooks of Canada’s most influential founders, investors, and leaders. While Canadian innovators often fly under the radar compared to their American peers, The Hard Part shines a spotlight on their impact, redefining Canada’s role in global entrepreneurship.

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The Hard Part with Evan McCann

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The Hard Part with Evan McCann

Mar 30, 2026
56¾ minutes
50 MB

This episode explores how AI is transforming hiring practices, emphasizing real-time testing, new roles, and the importance of human intuition in recruitment. Guests Ali and Andrew share insights on leveraging AI for better matchmaking, feedback loops, and building effective, nimble teams. Alison is the Partner, Talent at Golden VenturesAndrew is the Founder of Boardy Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Focus on Broken Hiring Practices 01:11 Traditional Success Metrics in Hiring Are Changing 01:57 Real-Time Testing and Practical Skills Over Past Experience 02:44 Shift from Filling Roles to Strategic...

The Hard Part with Evan McCann

Alison Kaizer and Andrew D'Souza

Evan McCann

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