Bo Cowgill

Bo Cowgill, an Assistant Professor at Columbia Business School and a researcher on AI and hiring, joins the discussion to explore how generative AI impacts job signaling. He delves into the dual nature of AI—while it can degrade the quality of resumes and cover letters, potentially confusing recruiters, it might also amplify the talents of high-performing candidates. The conversation reveals insights about skill covariance, information loss, and the future of communication in hiring, shedding light on AI’s role in shaping workplace dynamics.