TED Talks Daily Work has changed. Why haven't resumes? | Nicos Marcou
34 snips
Oct 9, 2023 Nicos Marcou, an HR leader known for his innovative approach to hiring, challenges the outdated reliance on resumes in recruitment. He uncovers the historical absurdity of these documents and discusses how they can misrepresent candidates' true talents. Marcou highlights the limitations of traditional resumes amidst evolving job markets and advocates for alternatives like online assessments and portfolios. His insights aim to foster a more inclusive hiring process that values skills over static formats.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Da Vinci's Resume
- Leonardo da Vinci's resume focused on skills, not achievements.
- Despite his vast talents, his resume didn't reflect his potential.
Resume Stagnation
- Resumes have been a job application mainstay since the 1950s with minimal innovation.
- Despite advancements in other areas, resumes remain largely unchanged.
AI and Resumes
- Applicant tracking systems (ATS) use AI to scan resumes for keywords, often rejecting candidates before human review.
- AI is not yet advanced enough to accurately predict candidate success.