I Have a Second Brain’: Deepinder Goyal’s Unique Hiring Approach for AI Talent

India: Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal is making waves again with an unconventional hiring approach. In a recent post on X, he invited business and product leaders who use AI as their “second brain” to apply for a new AI-related position. The catch? Applicants must include the phrase “I have a second brain” in the email subject line when reaching out to him.

This comes after Goyal’s previous controversial job listing, where he was criticized for allegedly asking candidates to pay ₹20 lakh for a Chief of Staff role—a claim he later denied. His latest move has sparked curiosity, with many professionals intrigued by the idea of AI-enhanced productivity.

Responding to a comment on X, Goyal acknowledged the power of AI, stating that his own productivity has increased significantly since integrating it into his workflow. Social media reactions were mixed, with some praising the initiative and others questioning past hiring controversies.

As global AI competition heats up—with Chinese firm DeepSeek making headlines—India’s role in AI innovation is also under the spotlight. Goyal’s call for AI-driven talent might just be a step towards bridging the gap.