Candidate hallucinates that AI-induced job loss will be reversed soon

A recruiter shares a real-life encounter with a candidate who believes that AI-induced job losses will soon be reversed.

In this episode of the Gulenko.com Show:

  • A lost resume with a major gap in 2023 raises concerns.
  • The candidate reveals health issues but refuses to update their resume.
  • A discussion about AI and job security takes an unexpected turn.
  • The recruiter explains the realities of the job market and recruiting process.

Recruiters often navigate challenging conversations—some productive, others not. Watch to see how professionals handle these situations with honesty and efficiency!

Chapters

00:00 Resume Story

  • The recruiter shares a case about a lost resume.
  • The resume was confusing, with a significant gap in 2023.
  • The recruiter explains that clients won’t accept such a resume.

01:16 Mental Health Issues

  • The candidate explains that they were ill and undergoing treatment.
  • The recruiter recommends mentioning this in the resume.
  • The resume ends in 2023, raising concerns.

02:23 End of the Conversation

  • The recruiter explains that clients won’t accept the resume in its current form.
  • The candidate refuses to make changes.
  • The recruiter politely ends the conversation, stating that the matter is closed.

03:26 Talks About the Future

  • The candidate starts discussing their fears about AI.
  • The recruiter realizes the conversation is going nowhere.
  • Recruiters often deal with unproductive discussions.

05:04 The Reality of a Recruiter’s Job

  • Recruiters can’t provide psychological support to everyone.
  • It’s important to give advice but not waste time on pointless talks.
  • Recruiters face new and unusual situations every day.

06:37 Conclusion

  • The recruiter shares experiences with people fearing job loss due to AI.
  • The video highlights the various situations recruiters encounter.
  • Recruiters need to be direct and honest in their communication with candidates.

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