AI, Automation, and the Future of Work
AI, Automation, and the Future of Work
McKinsey is testing a new hiring method where candidates use the firm’s AI assistant, Lilli, during interviews. This pilot program evaluates candidates on their ability to engage with the AI while analyzing cases, aiming to reflect future consulting practices. If successful, this approach may standardize AI use in recruitment.
https://www.cio.com/article/4117688/mckinsey-begins-testing-candidates-with-an-ai-assistant.html
Former CTO Jose Zarazua shares a simple coding test to filter out unqualified applicants in recruitment. The test involves a code snippet that many will answer incorrectly if they copy-paste rather than think through, allowing a quick assessment of programming skills. This method helped identify 50% of candidates using AI/Interpreter answers and revealed that only 3% answered incorrectly, effectively streamlining the hiring process.
UNLEASH’s 2025 highlights include top interviews with HR leaders from diverse industries, emphasizing strategic integration of HR with technology, leadership rethinking amid rapid changes, and collaboration between executives for effective people strategies. Key insights stress HR’s critical role in guiding organizational transformations, AI adoption, employee engagement, and maintaining a healthy work culture.
