Michael HornThought leader creating a world where all individuals can build passions & fulfill their human potential. Author of the national bestseller Job Moves: 9 Steps for Making Progress in Your Career

AI is killing the traditional job application and increasing the value of professional networks

Name: AI is killing the traditional job application and increasing the value of professional networks
Uploaded: 2025-08-21T14:00:44+00:00
Duration: 27 s
Channel: Michael Horn
Description: Michael Horn says AI now auto-generates tailored resumes and filters candidates, but hiring managers don't trust what they see. They're turning to…

21 Aug 2025 · 0 min

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Michael Horn says AI now auto-generates tailored resumes and filters candidates, but hiring managers don't trust what they see. They're turning to personal referrals instead. That makes your network more valuable than ever, especially when you're starting out.

AI is now writing the applications and resumes, matching it to the job description. AI on the other side is filtering. AI is having a conversation with AI If I'm the hiring manager, I don't believe that resume represents the real person. And so I call up Michelle and I'm like, hey, do you have a good person for X post? She's like, oh, yeah, totally. That's how I de risk it. Social capital network becomes more important, and we have to be intentional about making sure kids get connected.