Results Through People
Q: I just accepted a role and the “fine print” in the offer letter states that the offer is “contingent upon the completion of a successful background check.” This was mentioned early on during the process, but honestly, I forgot … Continued
Q: I recently verbally accepted a new job. I received the offer letter. It describes requiring some documentation on my first date of employment. Can you explain why they need these documents? And they recommend bringing a driver’s license and … Continued
Q: I am part of a hiring team that seems to keep missing top candidates. We meet with a candidate and then they end up accepting another offer. What can we do differently to hopefully extend offers to top quality … Continued
Q: I recently started a new job. It is with a small company. On my first day, it felt like they were not expecting me. The receptionist didn’t know who I was. My manager seemed overloaded and confused by even … Continued
Q: I am a new supervisor in a new company. I am learning the culture and how decisions are made. It is a start-up and growing rapidly. It is a fun place to work and I feel like I have … Continued
Q: I was recently interviewed by a company and spent over 15 hours interviewing with several of their senior leaders, their CEO and even a teleconference with their primary investor. I was surprised after several weeks that I did not … Continued
Q: Recently I referred a friend, who was hired by my company. My friend is a talented engineer, who probably commanded a six-figure compensation package. When I emailed my friend’s resume, it was submitted under our company’s new employee referral … Continued
Q: I own a small retail store. I often have customer service openings that I post on different local community sites. Recently I had a role, where this new employee would have to work some nights or weekends. I think … Continued
Q: What do the words “not a fit for the job” actually mean? A: This is a common response to a candidate when they are not offered a job. “Not a fit” can have many legitimate meanings. Some of these … Continued
Q: I am a new supervisor and we have been discussing hiring plans for 2017. I work for a growing tech start up. It is a fun environment but demanding. My manager keeps describing our ideal new hire as “young, … Continued