TED Business Work has changed. Why haven't resumes? | Nicos Marcou
Nov 20, 2023
HR leader Nicos Marcou delves into the absurdity of resumes and offers an update on how companies should think about hiring candidates. Alternative evaluation methods include online skills assessments, portfolios, video testimonials, problem-solving simulations, and gamification. The chapter also highlights biases in the hiring process and suggests alternative approaches.
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Resumes Are Outdated Screening Tools
- Resumes originated centuries ago and remain largely unchanged despite massive workplace evolution.
- Applicant tracking systems now filter most resumes before humans see them, limiting their usefulness.
Da Vinci’s Sparse Application
- Nicos cites Leonardo da Vinci's 1482 application as the first resume and notes it omitted his achievements.
- He uses da Vinci to show resumes can fail to capture true potential.
The Myth Of The Ideal Resume
- Resumes force conformity through vague buzzwords and strict formatting rules that don't predict job performance.
- The search for an "ideal resume" is subjective and often meaningless.