Rashid: All companies are going to be AI companies

AI Talent Recruitment Landscape - Companies across all sizes and industries are actively formulating their AI strategies [2] - A clear and decisive AI strategy is crucial for attracting top AI talent and executing plans effectively [2][9] - The demand spans various roles, from Head of AI to researchers and engineers [3] - 80% of technology hiring in the past year has been in the AI space [3] The Role of Head of AI - The Head of AI role involves defining the direction of AI implementation within an organization [5] - This includes determining how AI will impact and interact with customers and employees [5] - AI is expected to augment employee productivity and potentially transform job roles, leading to higher-level work but also potential short-term disruption [6] Compensation and Talent Acquisition Strategies - Traditional industries like retail, financial services, supply chain, and logistics are also paying premiums to attract top-tier AI talent [9] - Building a talent pipeline by developing early-career talent is critical due to the nascent nature of AI technology [9] - All companies are becoming AI companies, emphasizing the importance of understanding and leveraging AI technology [9]