Overview: In this engaging conversation, a group of tech enthusiasts and marketers discuss the resurgence of retro and analog tech like polaroid cameras and typewriters, fueled by nostalgia and a desire for tangible experiences. They also explore the future of job hunting, debating the potential obsolescence of resumes and the role of platforms like LinkedIn.
Key points:
Nostalgia and a desire for tangible experiences are driving the revival of retro and analog tech like polaroid cameras and typewriters, especially among younger generations.
Resumes may become obsolete within five years, with platforms like LinkedIn offering a more comprehensive and personalized way to present oneself to potential employers.
The hiring process itself may need to evolve, with different approaches tailored to specific roles and a potential role for AI in optimizing candidate selection.
Key quotes:
"If you're hiring someone because you've been smoked on LinkedIn or on a resume, that's your own fault for not interviewing while doing your due diligence ." - Danielle Hughes
"Maybe there's something specifically to Retro Tech from film is that it's more tangible, and you have to be more intentional about it, because you have to value it, because it's the one thing, you can't just take 10,000 of them." - Danielle Hughes, on the appeal of analog tech forcing more intentionality
"I think that us humans think we’re better at this than we actually are." - Jeremy Goldman, on the potential for AI to optimize hiring decisions.
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