AI in Recruitment & Career Growth – Key Takeaways from My Interview with Michał Szypkowski

💡 AI is reshaping how we work, hire, and grow careers – but are we using it the right way? I had an insightful conversation with Michał Szypkowski, a seasoned recruiter, about how AI is changing the job market, business processes, and the future of hiring. Here are the most eye-opening takeaways:

1. AI is Not Taking Jobs – But It’s Filtering Candidates

🔹 Recruiters rely on AI-driven ATS (like Bullhorn & JobAdder) to process thousands of applications instantly.
🔹 If your resume isn’t optimized for AI, you might never be seen by a human.
🔹 Boolean search & keyword analysis are key to getting noticed.

💡 Lesson: If you're job hunting, optimize your CV and LinkedIn profile to pass AI screening!

2. AI Can Boost Your Career – If You Know How to Use It

AI is not a threat, but a tool – employees who master it gain a huge competitive edge.
🔹 Use AI for automating repetitive tasks, improving productivity & personalizing outreach.
🔹 AI helps streamline communication, manage data & optimize workflow – but it still needs a human touch!

💡 Take action: Start integrating AI into your daily work before it becomes an industry standard.

3. AI is Making Recruitment Faster – But Not Always Smarter

AI helps recruiters filter candidates efficiently, but it lacks emotional intelligence.
🔹 Automated video interviews & AI screening tools can be biased.
🔹 Great candidates might be overlooked just because they don’t “fit” an algorithm.
🔹 The future of recruitment? A mix of AI efficiency & human judgment.

💡 What this means for you: Never rely on AI alone – networking & human connections still matter!

4. The Future of Work is Hybrid: AI + Human Intelligence

AI will never replace soft skills, creativity, or leadership.
🔹 The best professionals will be those who leverage AI to enhance their expertise.
🔹 Marketing, sales, HR, and tech will evolve, and employees who can adapt & innovate with AI will thrive.

💡 Takeaway: AI will make us more productive, but not less essential.

Final Thought:

AI is already shaping how we work, hire, and grow professionally. The question is: Are you using it to your advantage, or are you getting left behind?