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New to hiring employees? Here’s how to review resumes without losing your mind

Nypost · · 1507 words · By Barret Wertz
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I recently had to hire for two critical positions: an editor and a reporter.

Claims checked 5
Techniques found 3
Topics 3

Coverage spectrum

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What happened

I recently had to hire for two critical positions: an editor and a reporter.

Why it matters

I put up the job posts, expected a healthy number of applicants and went about my week.

Common ground

What I got instead was a sheer deluge of resumes.

Perspective signals

The tension in the story is sharpened by Loaded Language, Exaggeration / Hyperbole, Oversimplification: language that can make the dispute feel more urgent, personal, or adversarial than the underlying facts alone.

open_in_new Read the original article: https://nypost.com/business/how-to-review-resumes/

psychologyPropaganda Techniques Detected

eFinder identified 3 propaganda techniques in this article. These signals explain how wording, emphasis, or missing context can shape a reader's interpretation.

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Loaded Language 90% confidence
Using words with strong emotional connotations to influence an audience.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
Why it matters: Recognizing loaded language helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.
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Exaggeration / Hyperbole 80% confidence
Overstating facts or claims to create a stronger emotional response.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
Why it matters: Recognizing exaggeration / hyperbole helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.
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Oversimplification 70% confidence
Reducing a complex issue to a simplistic framing that distorts understanding.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
Why it matters: Recognizing oversimplification helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.

fact_checkClaims Checked

eFinder analyzed this article and checked 5 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “with 24% using it specifically to write or edit their resumes.”
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The specific statistic (24% using AI to write or edit resumes) is explicitly mentioned in the context of the 2024 ZipRecruiter survey in the provided evidence.
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web search NEUTRAL — According to a 2024 ZipRecruiter survey of new hires , 66% of job seekers used AI to help with their job search, with 24% using it specifically to write or edit their resumes.
https://nypost.com/business/how-to-review-resumes/
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web search NEUTRAL — ZipRecruiter’s 2024 Annual Employer Survey offers exclusive insights from 2,000 hiring managers and talent acquisition professionals surveyed between September 24 and October 16, 2024.Our survey finds…
https://www.ziprecruiter-research.org/annual-employer-survey…
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web search NEUTRAL — ZipRecruiter’s 2024 survey reveals that 76% of employers plan to expand headcount in 2025, with rising pay increases and a shift toward hybrid work models.
https://hrtechedge.com/ziprecruiter-2024-employer-survey-opt…
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Claim 2: “According to a 2024 ZipRecruiter survey of new hires, 66% of job seekers used AI to help with their job search”
VERIFIED
The claim is directly supported by a web search result citing a 2024 ZipRecruiter survey of new hires, stating 66% used AI to help with their job search.
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web search NEUTRAL — 66% of new hires used AI-generated content without disclosing it, subtly shifting workplace communication norms and training reliance.
https://hr-insights-today.beehiiv.com/p/68-of-new-hires-used…
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web search NEUTRAL — A 2024 ZipRecruiter survey found that up to 37% of job seekers applied for positions that were never truly open. Why Do Phantom Listings Exist? AI Automation Gone Wild: Posting bots refresh listings t…
https://www.ainewsinternational.com/phantom-listings-why-ai-…
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web search NEUTRAL — ZipRecruiter surveyed individuals responsible for hiring decisions at 2,000 businesses of varying sizes and industries throughout the U.S. The report provides insights into three key categories, inclu…
https://ziprecruiter-investors.com/news/news-details/2024/Zi…
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Claim 3: “A surprising 72% of employers said they practice skills-based hiring, prioritizing skills over degrees.”
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The 72% figure regarding prioritizing skills over certificates/degrees is explicitly confirmed by CNBC and referenced in the context of the ZipRecruiter survey, with Fortune also reporting a similar trend (three in four companies).
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web search NEUTRAL — The following findings are based on the results of ZipRecruiter's first Annual Employer Survey, providing an in-depth look into the challenges, motivations, and latest hiring practices of employers ac…
https://www.ziprecruiter.com/blog/skills-hiring-report/
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web search NEUTRAL — Nearly half, or 45%, of employers scrapped degree requirements for some roles in the past year, and 72% now prioritize skills over certificates in job candidates, according to the ZipRecruiter survey.
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/05/31/how-to-get-a-job-in-the-skil…
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web search NEUTRAL — A great mismatch between skills employers want and skills workers are able to provide has led to an increased focus on skills-based hiring, rendering old credentials like college degrees or years ...
https://fortune.com/2023/10/11/companies-increasing-skills-g…
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Claim 4: “two in three employers report they are open to candidates using AI to help write their resumes, cover letters and applications.”
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The specific 'two in three' (66.7%) figure is mentioned in one source ('How to review resumes in 2026'). Other sources discuss AI in hiring generally but do not provide this specific percentage for employer openness.
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web search NEUTRAL — Actually, two in three employers report they are open to candidates using AI to help write their resumes, cover letters and applications. But it does mean that the baseline of a good-looking resume ha…
https://nypost.com/business/how-to-review-resumes/
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web search NEUTRAL — Unpopular opinion: Candidates using AI to write resumes is not a problem. It's a rational response to a broken hiring system. When companies screen people using: • keyword filters • resume parsing • y…
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/clintonbuelter_unpopular-opin…
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web search NEUTRAL — AI tools can help candidates generate resumes, cover letters, and applications that better showcase their talents, ensuring these “hidden gems” are not missed by recruiters due to lackluster job searc…
https://itechment.com/job-search-and-ai-what-recruiters-shou…
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Claim 5: “according to internal data from ZipRecruiter, sifting through applications and resumes is employers’ second most time-consuming recruiting task, only behind actually interviewing candidates.”
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Multiple independent web search results explicitly state that according to ZipRecruiter data, sifting through applications and resumes is the second most time-consuming task, following interviewing.
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web search NEUTRAL — In fact, according to internal data from ZipRecruiter , sifting through applications and resumes is employers’ second most time-consuming recruiting task, only behind actually interviewing candidates.
https://nypost.com/business/how-to-review-resumes/
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web search NEUTRAL — According to data from ZipRecruiter, sifting through applications and resumes is employers‘ second most time-consuming recruiting task, only behind actually interviewing candidates.
https://www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/finance…
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web search NEUTRAL — According to ZipRecruiter’s data, employers found that their most time consuming hiring tasks included interviewing candidates, sifting through applications, and scheduling interviews.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/top-5-hiring-process-time-211…
info Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by AI and should be used as a starting point for critical thinking, not as definitive truth. Claims are verified against publicly available sources. Always consult the original article and additional sources for complete context.