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eatstoothpicks OP t1_jb739nf wrote

Reply to comment by Boonzies in [OC] 2 Years Of Applications And Employment - It's Getting Weird Out There by eatstoothpicks

Thanks. Yes, I agree the ATS systems are flooded. But I have heard from several recruiters that there are other influences causing havoc with things. The economy, politics, and demographics have come up a number of times in candid conversation.

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Boonzies t1_jb73wzn wrote

Then there is agesism and fear. I've been told more than once, "I'm afraid you'll take my job."

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eatstoothpicks OP t1_jb7486u wrote

I encountered this once, but it was a while ago. And usually this comes up as an issue after an interview. These days, I'm having a tough enough time just getting initial interviews.

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Boonzies t1_jb76fpl wrote

You are not alone and most likely it's not you, it's them. The whole recruiting business is utterly fucked up. I've even had initial screening interviews by "Sr. Tech. Recruiters" that just two years earlier were working at the Gap folding shirts and pants. Sometimes it's intolerable and infuriating. Hang in there.

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eatstoothpicks OP t1_jb76maa wrote

Thanks. I need to hear this. And I've seen the same thing. So many recruiters with next to no experience.

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smart_patch_v1 t1_jb87byg wrote

Can you share your CV? We've hired quite a few senior BI/BAs recently (not anymore though due to hiring freeze which was decided due to the expected recession) can see if there are any red flags I'd identify.

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eatstoothpicks OP t1_jb89rwa wrote

That's difficult to do and remain anonymous. I'd love to , but I'm not sure how to go about it.

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smart_patch_v1 t1_jb9x4lr wrote

You could take your name and the companies you worked for out, and if you share directly I won't share elsewhere, but if you feel uncomfortable no worries.

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elementofpee t1_jb9q0ar wrote

Wonder if there’s a residual effect from all the corporate layoffs that have gutted the recruiting departments?

You’re right. It’s getting weird/tough out there even for industry vets.

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eatstoothpicks OP t1_jbad4qu wrote

It's definitely possible. I was seeing layoffs starting in earnest back in 2019.

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