Adventures in Staffing, Part 3. With extra free time these days, I thought I would look back at 35 years in the staffing world and share some stories.
Sometimes, people get hired who perhaps were not the best choice when simply comparing resumes but came out on top because they brought extra value to the table. A client called me several years ago with an opening in his Information Technology area. We discussed the requirement at length and I sent him about five resumes. He chose to interview three people. The first two hit for extra bases but couldn't make it to home plate. The third hit a ground ball and landed on first base BUT he stole the next three bases to get hired!
While the first two candidates certainly knew what was needed to get the job done, they lacked the energy and The this manager was looking for. The third person certainly would need a little more training but was so positive and willing to do whatever was needed. The deciding factor was that he looked at the enormous tropical fish tank in the owner's office and declared that he could help improve living conditions for its' inhabitants. Once he agreed to spend a few hours a week caring for the fish tank, the job was his. Use every tool available to you when interviewing for y.our next opportunity
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