It may not seem like long ago that artificial intelligence has been around, but it is moving some aspects of business so fast that it is now possible to encounter it in job interviews, and some people are even using it to land the job.
The problem is that as job seekers leverage AI to write cover letters, it's upending the job market in some cases, as some employers have wised up to it and started focusing less on cover letters and more on interviews.
However, during the interview, applicants find themselves being interrogated by an AI.
And as a result, neither side is able to fully benefit from the use of AI, according to one recent study.
Employment and workplace expert Julie Jones says there are better ways to deal with these changes.: Be flexible and keep your options open.
For example, if you're interviewing with an AI program, don't treat it like a machine. Machines may be paying attention to your attitude and maybe even the words you use.
Generally, “the people with the best interpersonal skills are the ones who survive this situation,” she says.
Interpersonal skills will help you in the long run as they will help you get through the AI process and into an interview with a real person.
If you can't stand AI, think about the broader picture.
“Be open-minded and think outside the box about what other skill sets you have, what other ways you can contribute, and look at other jobs that still require human interaction.”
The rise of AI could be an opportunity.
Although it's only somewhat related to AI, this year's Big Beautiful Bill is set to help small businesses by reducing paperwork and increasing efficiency, so working for a small business or starting your own might be a good path.
And Jones says to keep in mind professions like electrician, plumber and machinist.
Or how about this: Learn how to specialize in working with AI while continuing your job; In many cases, demand will increase and AI is here to stay, so embracing it will be a good response, Jones said.
“Those fields are opening up and there are jobs available right now, but we can't fill them.”
