The man shared his findings on social media (stock) (Image: Getty)
A man has sparked a debate after revealing how he used AI to automatically apply for 1,000 for him.
While some believe it’s a ‘genius’ move, others claim it’s ‘unethical’ and shows he will cut corners in the workplace.
Talking about his job-hunting method, the man said on : “I used to apply for 1,000 jobs and I got 50 interviews. All of this while I was sleeping! In just one month, this method helped me secure around 50 interviews. The tailored CVs and cover letters, customised based on each job description, made a significant difference.”
He says the method was “incredibly effective” and believes it “significantly increased his chances” of getting noticed by . Reflecting on his tactic, he said: “Observing this technological revolution, I can’t help but reflect on the profound implications for the world of work.
“While efficient, the automation of job applications raises questions about the very nature of professional relationships. We face a paradox: as we seek to optimise the selection process, we risk losing the human element that often makes a difference in a work environment.
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“The challenge ahead is not just technological, but also ethical and social. We’ll need to find a delicate balance between the efficiency of artificial intelligence and the richness of human interactions. Only then can we build a future of work that is not just productive, but also fulfilling and meaningful for everyone.”
While some were impressed with his idea, others believe it’s unfair and could easily go wrong. One user said: “Unethical? I don’t know. Companies use AI to read applications/ resumes so it’s pretty much bot talking to bot. If it gets me the job in the 21st century then like the old 20th century saying goes, all’s fair in love and war.”
A curious user asked: “I’m about to try this. Do we get to see a log of which jobs the bot has applied to? I would like to not be surprised by certain jobs calling back. Also, do you or anyone else recommend creating an email inbox specifically for this? I would imagine that my email will get bombarded with ‘Thank you for applying emails’.”
However, another warned against this idea, saying: “Careful. Companies are starting to add a “no AI” rule for resumes/applications. We already do and I even suspect AI was used, your resume goes straight in the trash.” One more user said: “He’s a fraud.” A final user said: “This is broken, it doesn’t work.”