Finding a new job isn’t just about having the right experience anymore. For many professionals, the bigger challenge is getting through multiple interview rounds, standing out among hundreds of applicants, and staying motivated after one rejection after another. As AI becomes a part of everyday work, many job seekers are now using it differently, not to do the job itself, but to prepare for it.A Reddit post that is now drawing attention online tells the story of one such job search. Shared by user “kml3141,” the post explains how AI became an important part of interview preparation after an unexpected layoff. After months of searching, the user eventually secured a new role with an annual salary of $155,000.
A long job search after an unexpected layoff
According to the Reddit post, the user lost their job at the end of February after working for the same company for 10 years. During that time, they had received three promotions and said the layoff was something they never saw coming.The search for a new opportunity took nearly five months. During that period, the user attended several interviews but continued to face setbacks. Some job openings were cancelled, others were put on hold, while some were ultimately filled by internal candidates.The Reddit user wrote: “I lost my job at the end of February after 10 years at the same company and three promotions.”They also added: “The redundancy came as a complete surprise.”
How AI became part of every interview
Instead of changing their experience, the user focused on changing the way they prepared.According to the Reddit post, AI tools were used before every interview. The user said they would paste job descriptions into the tool and also provide details about the people who would be conducting the interview.The Reddit user explained: “I would paste job descriptions into AI tools and provide details about the people interviewing me.”Using that information, AI helped prepare likely interview questions, research the interviewers, and build answers using the STAR format.The user said, “AI helped me prepare likely questions, research interviewers, and create STAR format responses.”They also shared that AI made another noticeable difference. “It helped me keep my answers clear and concise instead of over-explaining.”
The offer that ended the search
The months of preparation eventually led to a job offer from a company outside the agency sector.According to the Reddit post, the position comes with an annual salary of $155,000, a 15 percent annual bonus, and benefits from the first day of employment. The role also offers a hybrid and flexible working model.
A message for others looking for jobs
Ending the post, the Reddit user encouraged people who are still looking for work not to lose hope because the right opportunity can take time.The user wrote: “Keep applying, even for positions you might think are beyond your reach.”Disclaimer: This article is based on claims made by a Reddit user in a publicly accessible post. The Times of India has not independently verified these claims. Thumb image: Canva (for representative purposes only)
