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You’ve probably already played around with AI tools to help you write a document or generate flattering portraits of yourself. However, is it acceptable to use AI to create your CV?
In today’s newsletter, business correspondent Cheow Sue-Ann tackles whether you should use AI tools in your job application. Obviously, you save on the cost of professional photos and time spent writing your CV, which can instead be used to search for suitable positions and prepare for interviews. There’s also a more intangible benefit – using technology to present your personal details in a clean way can make you look innovative in the eyes of recruiters. However, leaving the job to a bot is not without risk.
It’s also worth asking how good a job the AI is doing in the first place to generate realistic photos for CVs and LinkedIn profiles. Sue-Ann shares lessons from her own process of paying for such services and deciding whether to use them in professional situations.
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Enjoy the other stories in today’s newsletter and have a great week!