I've spent 30 years in recruitment - this is how to get a job

Recruitment expert James Reed offers advice for job seekers navigating a difficult market with fewer entry-level vacancies. He suggests tailoring CVs to match job descriptions to bypass AI screening tools and emphasizes gaining experience through volunteering or part-time work.
Why it matters
As AI becomes standard in hiring, understanding how to optimize applications is essential for job seekers to remain competitive in a shrinking entry-level market.
Image source, Bloomberg via Getty Images Image caption, Reed founder and chair James Reed
The article provides practical, neutral career advice without political or ideological framing.
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