April 3, 2025

E16: AI, Hiring, and Getting Noticed: What Remote Job Seekers (and Hiring Managers) Need to Know

E16: AI, Hiring, and Getting Noticed: What Remote Job Seekers (and Hiring Managers) Need to Know

Navigating Remote Hiring and Job Seeking with AI and Mindfulness

In this episode, Erika interviews Fanni Gabor, an expert in recruitment and AI-powered hiring. Fanni shares her extensive experience in talent acquisition, emphasizing the integration of AI to streamline the hiring process while maintaining human touch. She provides practical tips for both job seekers and hiring managers, highlights the importance of tailored resumes, and discusses common mistakes in the application process. Fanni also delves into the significance of mindfulness and personal values in the job search journey, offering a holistic perspective on achieving meaningful work connections.

How do you stand out when applying for remote jobs?

In this episode, I’m joined by Fanni Gabor—a recruiter, coach, and AI startup leader who’s spent over a decade helping people connect with meaningful work.

We dive into:

  • Common mistakes in remote job applications

  • What hiring teams actually care about

  • How AI is changing the process (for better or worse)

  • Staying grounded in your identity during the job search

Whether you’re looking for your next remote role or hiring for one, this episode is full of insights and practical tips.

🎧 Hit play and get ready to work it—remote.

 

Get in touch with Fanni: fanni@fanni.ai 


Fanni's meditation playlist for interviews: https://open.spotify.com/show/4T7sL4k5LhOtDKQhclQiEt?si=09bdd6849e684a2b

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Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Guest Overview

01:44 - Fanni Gabor's Career Journey

03:53 - Common Mistakes in Remote Job Applications

07:23 - Optimizing your Resume for Remote Roles

12:07 - Improving Remote Hiring Processes

15:34 - The Role of AI in Recruitment

18:14 - Introducing Fanna: The AI Recruting Assistant

19:55 - Maintaining Human Values in the AI-Driven Hiring Process

22:26 - Mindfulness and Self-Discovery for Job Seekers

23:21 - Final Advice and Contact Information