Employers are increasingly accepting artificial intelligence over human recruiters to screen potential job seekers.
According to a survey by Resume Builder, over eight in ten companies use AI to review their resumes, review their resumes, use AI chatbots to communicate with candidates, and use AI in about a quarter to conduct interviews. Another 19% plan to add AI to conduct interviews this year.
“This technology is catching so quickly that a lot of people aren't ready,” Jim Chaffey, an AI expert at the University of Iowa, told Yahoo Finance.
“Using AI to screen candidates early in the process is a useful and time-saving tool for employers,” he said.
The companies they currently employ are flooded with job seekers, and in recent months they have expanded the use of AI interview assistants, Chaffey said.
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“The applicants we receive every day are astronomical,” said Devin Jones, senior associate with ROCS grade staffing in Washington, DC.
According to Jones, AI-LED interviews are particularly common in roles such as hard skills and technical requirements (accounting, data entry, management).
In fact, AI has been part of job hunting for years. Nevertheless, job seekers are not satisfied with it. Gartner, Inc. According to a recent survey of 10 or more candidates, only one-quarter job candidates who trust AI will rate them quite a bit.
In the AI Assist interview, applicants will be logged on to employment platforms such as Hirevue and Ribbon AI. There we will provide videotape answers to questions that are displayed on the screen or verbally asked by an avatar. The sessions are usually under 30 minutes, but can last up to an hour, Jones said.
The AI algorithm scans video responses and searches for facial expressions, keyword usage, and audio tones. An interview transcript is then sent to the employment manager or recruiter, where the bot assumes the candidate's performance.
I spoke to some career strategists about the advice they provide to clients and included my own expert tips. Here's what you need to know:
Your AI interviewer is looking for the same kind of thing that humans look for, Chaffey said.
“Job seekers need to approach every interview in the same way, whether it's human or AI conversation,” said Christine Cruzvergara, Chief Education Strategy Officer for Career Platform Handshake. “This is important because if you are eligible to move on to the next interview, there is a high chance that people will review your responses.”
“I'll introduce myself and introduce you to my smile,” Jones said. “This is your audition tape.”
Candidates get nervous and challenged when there's no one to talk to, she said. Turn on the light so that your face appears brightly with soft light and the expression and nonverbal cues are transparent. Speak clearly and let your personality pass through.
“It's ten times more difficult to make it shine when you feel like you're talking to yourself,” Jones added.
It's really more of an acting than an interview, so practice it. If possible, practice with friends and family on the platform you use. For example, Zoom allows you to record for review. This also helps you understand how to talk and how to position the screen and camera lens.
See and criticize your recorded responses to improve your delivery. Keep your shoulders behind and keep your hands quiet.
According to Cruzvergara, workplace etiquette applies to all interview experiences, whether online or in person. “If you're interviewing on video, please distract your outfit experts and the interview environment. There are no pets in the video.”
You need a reliable internet connection, a webcam and microphone. Most computers and laptops have these built into them.
Position the computer screen in the middle (horizontal), with the top of your head near the top of the computer screen. You need to look up at the camera a little. This is a position that helps define the jaw and subtly convey the message of strength and confidence.
The chatbot is always on and is always looking at you, so it focuses on voice clarity, facial expressions, body language and eye contact. Do your best to look into the camera while you're talking. This allows you to be disciplined when you are not talking to other people in person.
These explore how you handled work situations in the past. “When you're ready, you can avoid pausing too much. This can sometimes lead to AI and you think you're answering a question,” says Cruzvergara.
Some bots are programmed to answer basic questions about jobs and employers, so go ahead and ask if they are equipped.
“Think of an AI interview as an opportunity to discover detailed facts rather than traditional conversations,” says career consultant and executive coach Maggie Mistle. “Unlike interviews with people, you don't build trust or friendships, but you get solid information about the role, the company, and the skill set they're hiring and looking for.”
Some of Mistal's suggestions to ask the bot:
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For those hired at my level, what is their general path to promotion?
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How many years do employees usually stay at the company?
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Is this department growing the company?
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Which skill set or experience is particularly important to succeed in this job?
“It's true in your answer to the question,” Mistol said. “Share certain details and add as many numbers as you can. For example, don't say, “I worked in sales and I was successful.” Rather, “I shut down $1 million in sales, landed large new customers, and was recognized for top performance by my leadership with bonuses.”
Notes stuck on your computer screen can encourage you with topical points to highlight your experience, why you are suitable for your job, and what questions you ask about the company.
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I finish the interview by saying the version “Thank you for considering me for your work. I look forward to hearing from you.” With a smile, he continues to keep an eye on the camera until the interview is cut off.
Next, send a thoughtful, expressed gratitude note to your recruitment manager or recruiter.
“We get accurate notes from thousands of candidates,” Jones said. “They are all identical carbon copies. Make notes unique and stand out. See the specific things you talked about. It's an extension of the interview itself. If you send a written note from AI that you received earlier, you risk quickly fading from that pipeline.”
Kelly Hannon is a senior columnist for Yahoo Finance. She is a career and retirement strategist and author of the next 14 books.”Retirement Bite: Gen X Guide to Ensuring Your Financial Future,“”Controlled with 50+: How to succeed in the new world of work“And follow her, “You should not get older to be rich.” Blue skiing.
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