What is skillfishing? How employers can spot real skills in the AI hiring era.
- Apr 25
- 1 min read
BOSTON.com — A decade or so ago, job hunters drafted their own resumes, with a cursory review from a few friends — maybe a sister, who has hired many employees, provided a set of fresh eyes to critique. What employers saw was, for the most part, the candidate’s own work.
Fast forward to 2026, candidates now routinely work with professional resume-writing services and career coaches. More significantly, AI tools can be used to generate tailored resumes, cover letters, and even interview responses — effectively “upskilling” candidates in how they present themselves. What used to be a personal document is now often a glossy interpretation of the candidate’s career and work experience.
