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Unsealed Korn Ferry memo details NFL executive recruiting criteria

A dossier compiled by search firm Korn Ferry, made public through unsealing, outlines how recruiters evaluate candidates for top NFL jobs. The document reportedly includes candid and controversial assessments of contenders.

Hacker News opens October 2026 'Who is Hiring' thread

Hacker News has posted its monthly 'Ask HN: Who is hiring?' thread for October 2026, inviting companies to list open roles directly rather than through recruiters or job boards. Posting rules require location details, remote-work status, and a brief company description for lesser-known firms, with posters expected to actively respond to applicants.

AI Chatbots and Avatars Now Screen Job Applicants Before Humans Do

A new CNBC report finds AI has become deeply embedded in hiring, screening resumes and now conducting first-round interviews. A Greenhouse survey of nearly 3,000 job-seekers across five countries found 63% had gone through an AI-led interview, up 13% from six months prior. These interviews range from voice and text chatbots to digital avatars that mimic human facial expressions.

Poor hiring communication now carries a measurable cost, report finds

A new analysis argues that candidate experience — including salary transparency, realistic job descriptions and consistent updates — has become a core part of employer branding. Companies with weak hiring communication pay at least 10% more per hire, and negative candidate experiences increasingly surface publicly through Glassdoor reviews and social media posts rather than word-of-mouth alone.