I’ve spent 30 years in recruitment, here’s how to get hired

A veteran recruiter offers advice on navigating a difficult job market, emphasizing the importance of tailoring CVs to match job descriptions for AI screening tools. He also suggests gaining practical experience through volunteering or part-time work to overcome entry-level hiring barriers.
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As AI becomes standard in recruitment, job seekers must adapt their application strategies to ensure their profiles are seen by human recruiters.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Yasmin Rufo BBC News Don t make this mistake when applying for a job If you ve sent off dozens of job applications and heard nothing back, the silence can be as infuriating as a rejection.
The article provides practical, neutral career advice without political or ideological framing.
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