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Podcast: Recruiting Future with Matt Alder - What's Next For Talent Acquisition, HR & Hiring?
Episode: The Impact Of Career Gap Bias
Description: For too long, gaps in resumes have been a red flag for recruiters. But what if this outdated bias is costing you your best hires? In today's world, where everyone's constantly reskilling and skills become obsolete within months, penalizing career breaks makes absolutely no sense. This red flag mentality drives ageism and automatically screens out experienced professionals. Organizations clinging to "recent experience" requirements are handing their competitors access to mature talent bringing fresh perspectives, proven loyalty, and decades of expertise.
So how can forward-thinking employers flip this nonsensical bias into strategic advantage by recognizing...