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Getting Rid of the CV | Season 2, Episode 9 | Recruitment and Beyond Podcast

Eden Scott and Beyond HR Season 2 Episode 9
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In this episode of Recruitment and Beyond, host Ewan Anderson is joined by Woody from Willo, a leading video interview platform revolutionizing the hiring process. 

With a five-year partnership between Eden Scott and Willo, this conversation delves into how video screening tools are reshaping recruitment, improving candidate experience, and helping businesses find top talent faster.

Key Discussion Topics:

  • The evolution of Willow and its impact on recruitment over the last five years.
  • How video interviewing bridges the gap between efficiency and human connection.
  • The role of AI in hiring and the challenges of candidates misusing AI-generated CVs.
  • The movement to eliminate the traditional CV and replace it with competency-based hiring.
  • How video screening supports neurodiverse candidates and promotes inclusivity in recruitment.
  • The future of HR technology and its role in reducing unconscious bias.


Key Takeaways:

  • Candidate-Centric Hiring: Willow prioritizes a seamless and user-friendly experience for candidates, ensuring a fair and engaging process that allows them to showcase their true potential beyond a CV.
  • Reducing Recruiter Admin by 50%: Companies like EDF have significantly cut down admin time, enabling recruiters to focus on meaningful candidate interactions.
  • Higher Completion Rates, Better Talent Pools: Willow boasts a 90% completion rate for candidate screenings, unlocking access to talent that might be missed in traditional telephone interviews.
  • Supporting Neurodiversity in Hiring: Video interviews give neurodiverse candidates the flexibility to present themselves in a comfortable environment, enhancing inclusivity.
  • The End of the CV? With AI manipulating CVs and recruiters making snap judgments based on written applications, businesses are moving towards competency-based assessments.
  • AI as a Recruitment Aid, Not a Replacement: AI can enhance efficiency but should not replace the human connection in hiring. Recruiters must educate candidates on ethical AI use.
  • Future-Proofing Talent Acquisition: Companies that adopt flexible, technology-driven hiring processes will stay ahead, while those stuck in outdated methods risk falling behind.

Join us for this insightful discussion on how HR and recruitment are evolving in the digital age. Don’t forget to subscribe to Recruitment and Beyond and leave us a review – your feedback helps us continue delivering valuable content!

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