AI-generated email from applicant sparks online debate; Post goes viral

Entourage CEO Ananya Narang recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to share her amusement and slight confusion over an application she received. Accompanying a screenshot of the application, Narang noted: “I just received another application. No wonder we have so much unemployment today.”

The application contained generic placeholder text such as “Mention your key skills” and “Briefly highlight relevant experience,” suggesting that the applicant likely did not personalize their submission and may have relied on artificial intelligence to complete it.

The application states: “I hope this message finds you well! I look forward to informing you about the opportunities you offer. I believe my skills and experience will be a good fit for your needs. I’ve mastered it [mention your key skills, e.g., graphic design, social media strategy, research]and I’m thrilled [explain briefly how you can add value, e.g., creating engaging content, analysing trends, supporting strategic initiatives]. My previous experiences include [briefly highlight relevant experience or projects].”

It continued: “I look forward to contributing to your team and helping drive growth and innovation. I’d love to discuss how I can add value to what you build! I look forward to hearing from you!”

I just received another application. No wonder we have so much unemployment today :’) pic.twitter.com/c0VaGWYrIJ

— Ananya Narang (@AnanyaNarang_) October 15, 2024

In a follow-up tweet, Narang humorously asked, “How should I even respond to this?” Her post quickly gained attention and sparked a lively debate on social media. Some users criticized the applicant for not proofreading, while others expressed sympathy for the applicant and highlighted the pressures of the current job market.

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“You can point out the error in your reply and suggest that the application be corrected so that it can be considered, otherwise it will be rejected (in a week) if this is the deciding factor and is so important for the selection. If not, focus on other things available on the resume and respond accordingly,” another user wrote.

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