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And often unspoken. It shows up usually in quiet ways: Companies have silent understandings. Hiring managers make “fit” decisions. Recruiters see it, even when it’s not said out loud. Sometimes it is, loud and clear. And yet, many organizations celebrate being diverse, inclusive, and equitable… without questioning the double standard in their own hiring practices. Experience is valued — until it isn’t. That contradiction is hard to ignore. And it’s not just perception anymore. Even platforms like Workday are facing class action scrutiny tied to age-related hiring concerns. At some point, this stops being a messaging issue… and becomes a business and accountability issue.

Why would an interviewer ask a candidate, "What will you do if you don't get this job?" There are typically two reasons behind this question: 1. To assess resilience and resourcefulness. How do you handle disappointment? Do you stay focused, adaptable, and forward-moving when things don’t go your way? 2. To understand your level of optionality. In some cases, it’s a way to gauge how many alternatives you have and, indirectly, how much leverage you may or may not hold. The first can be a valid signal, though there are more direct and effective ways to assess it. The second, if that’s the intent, tends to reflect more on the organization’s mindset than the candidate’s value. Strong interviews should aim to understand capability, judgment, and alignment, not test pressure points.

AI is changing the market. No question. But the idea that everyone will be forced to “take any job” ignores a critical reality: Not all work is equally replaceable. There are entire categories of roles AI will struggle with for a long time: 1. Hands-on, precision physical work Dentists. Surgeons. Plumbers. Mechanics. Real-world environments aren’t predictable and mistakes carry real consequences. 2. Human-centered, trust-based roles Top Talent Acquisition professionals, whom I refer to as "Artists". Executive recruiters. Sales leaders. Advisors. Any job that requires reading people, building trust, influencing decisions. 3. Strategic and ambiguous leadership roles Operators. Executives. Builders. People who connect dots, make decisions with imperfect data, and drive outcomes. Here’s the pattern: • AI replaces repetition and pattern matching. • It struggles with judgment, ambiguity, and human behavior. And ironically… The more someone: • Thinks independently • Challenges assumptions • Doesn’t fit neatly into a box 👉 THE HARDER THEY ARE TO REPLACE. Let that sink in. Yes, the market is shifting. But this isn’t a race to the bottom. It’s a separation between: Those who operate within systems, And those who build, challenge, and evolve them The latter won’t be “taking any job.” They’ll still be choosing. The companies that recognize this, and apply AI with insight, context, as well as human judgment; will be the ones that accelerate their success and long-term prosperity.