Life Hiring employees

Mr. Plow · 01-09-2009, 10:10 AM

We are in the process of hiring probably 4-5 new employees in addition to 1-2 new supervisors. Let me say that I am so glad that I have no responsibilities when it comes to hiring them. By the way some act, or talk, you would think that we should feel lucky that we have them in for them to think about our position.

In the last two days, we have had:

- 1 came in dressed as if they just got out of bed. Literally wearing flannels, sweatshirt, and slippers.

- 1 saying as soon as the interview started: "Let me tell you MY availability. I won't work any Saturdays/Sundays/Mondays, but I want full time hours."

- When asked about previous employers, literally cursed their names and used vulgar language in reference to them. Going so far as to call one a "Sl*t A$$ Whore" to the person interviewing them.

In the past, we have had people bring their kids with them to interviews. What is wrong with people? Do they not understand that first impression for a potential employer is important?

Anyone else got any dumb people stories?

runnercyclist · 01-09-2009, 10:15 AM

For God's sake man, what position are you hiring? Where do you get your recruits, Crack houses?

I just interviewed 14 people for a position I had and I was ULTRA impressed with the candidates that applied. The Universitites are turning out good folks from where I sit.

Two new hires in 2008 are doing very well.

Maybe it's their leader

Mr. Plow · 01-09-2009, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by runnercyclist

For God's sake man, what position are you hiring? Where do you get your recruits, Crack houses?

I just interviewed 14 people for a position I had and I was ULTRA impressed with the candidates that applied. The Universitites are turning out good folks from where I sit.

Two new hires in 2008 are doing very well.

Maybe it's their leader

We have had some very good applicants. I'm just talking about a small minority. But you would think that a little common sense would tell someone to dress appropriately, don't make demands when it's YOU that needs a job, and to not talk that negatively about past employers.

Fish · 01-09-2009, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Plow

We have had some very good applicants. I'm just talking about a small minority. But you would think that a little common sense would tell someone to dress appropriately, don't make demands when it's YOU that needs a job, and to not talk that negatively about past employers.

Common sense hasn't been taught in the education system for nearly 75 years... it's a rare attribute these days...

kstater · 01-09-2009, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Plow

We have had some very good applicants. I'm just talking about a small minority. But you would think that a little common sense would tell someone to dress appropriately, don't make demands when it's YOU that needs a job, and to not talk that negatively about past employers.

Likely doing the interview to keep up with unemployment requirements.

Otter · 01-09-2009, 10:56 AM

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- 1 came in dressed as if they just got out of bed. Literally wearing flannels, sweatshirt, and slippers.

WANTED: The Dude

Funny story. When I was applying for a wireless networking position at Harley Davidson I showed up dressed in my best duds and the recruiter sent me home telling me to put on jeans, steel toe boots and a polo shirt.

I was hired 30 days later.

xbarretx · 01-09-2009, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by runnercyclist

For God's sake man, what position are you hiring? Where do you get your recruits, Crack houses?

I just interviewed 14 people for a position I had and I was ULTRA impressed with the candidates that applied. The Universitites are turning out good folks from where I sit.

Two new hires in 2008 are doing very well.

Maybe it's their leader

yes, but as a soon to be MBA grad, the market seems dead with a hiring freeze all around

Goapics1 · 01-09-2009, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Plow

- 1 saying as soon as the interview started: "Let me tell you MY availability. I won't work any Saturdays/Sundays/Mondays, but I want full time hours."

So did I get the job?

Mr. Plow · 01-09-2009, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Goapics1

So did I get the job?

We are still evaluating all of our applicants and will be in touch.

**Skip Towne** · 01-09-2009, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Plow

We are still evaluating all of our applicants and will be in touch.

Well don't take all day. I have things to do.

Reerun_KC · 01-09-2009, 10:19 AM

Can I have a job...

Pajamas, robe and slippers... Dude you guys are rocking...

King_Chief_Fan · 01-09-2009, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Plow

We are in the process of hiring probably 4-5 new employees in addition to 1-2 new supervisors. Let me say that I am so glad that I have no responsibilities when it comes to hiring them. By the way some act, or talk, you would think that we should feel lucky that we have them in for them to think about our position.

In the last two days, we have had:

- 1 came in dressed as if they just got out of bed. Literally wearing flannels, sweatshirt, and slippers.

- 1 saying as soon as the interview started: "Let me tell you MY availability. I won't work any Saturdays/Sundays/Mondays, but I want full time hours."

- When asked about previous employers, literally cursed their names and used vulgar language in reference to them. Going so far as to call one a "Sl*t A$$ Whore" to the person interviewing them.

In the past, we have had people bring their kids with them to interviews. What is wrong with people? Do they not understand that first impression for a potential employer is important?

Anyone else got any dumb people stories?

I have had similar stories...not showing up dressed like the ones you mentioned but the hour thing and dissing the previous emplouyer....those interviews lasted about 5 minutes. I told them right then and there they are not what I am looking for.

**Saulbadguy** · 01-09-2009, 10:21 AM

I've always been amazed at the people that get passed screening for an interview.

runnercyclist · 01-09-2009, 10:25 AM

After those three interviews my next conversation would be with my HR hiring recruiter.

jspchief · 01-09-2009, 10:25 AM

On the opposite side of the spectrum, I remember an interview I had where the interviewer made some crack about me being over-dressed (black pants, white dress shirt, tie).

My reply was "yea, sorry about taking this opportunity too seriously".

01-09-2009, 10:10 AM	Topic Starter
Mr. Plow In Search of a Life Join Date: Dec 2005 Casino cash: $-1332609	Hiring employees We are in the process of hiring probably 4-5 new employees in addition to 1-2 new supervisors. Let me say that I am so glad that I have no responsibilities when it comes to hiring them. By the way some act, or talk, you would think that we should feel lucky that we have them in for them to think about our position. In the last two days, we have had: - 1 came in dressed as if they just got out of bed. Literally wearing flannels, sweatshirt, and slippers. - 1 saying as soon as the interview started: "Let me tell you MY availability. I won't work any Saturdays/Sundays/Mondays, but I want full time hours." - When asked about previous employers, literally cursed their names and used vulgar language in reference to them. Going so far as to call one a "Sl*t A$$ Whore" to the person interviewing them. In the past, we have had people bring their kids with them to interviews. What is wrong with people? Do they not understand that first impression for a potential employer is important? Anyone else got any dumb people stories?
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01-09-2009, 10:15 AM	#2
runnercyclist Gone to Carolina Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: By lake Wylie in tega cay Casino cash: $10006038	For God's sake man, what position are you hiring? Where do you get your recruits, Crack houses? I just interviewed 14 people for a position I had and I was ULTRA impressed with the candidates that applied. The Universitites are turning out good folks from where I sit. Two new hires in 2008 are doing very well. Maybe it's their leader
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01-09-2009, 10:19 AM	#11
Reerun_KC Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Casino cash: $7231160	Can I have a job... Pajamas, robe and slippers... Dude you guys are rocking...
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01-09-2009, 10:21 AM	#13
Saulbadguy When a nightmare becomes real Join Date: Nov 2003 Casino cash: $736966	I've always been amazed at the people that get passed screening for an interview.
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01-09-2009, 10:25 AM	#14
runnercyclist Gone to Carolina Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: By lake Wylie in tega cay Casino cash: $10006038	After those three interviews my next conversation would be with my HR hiring recruiter.
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01-09-2009, 10:25 AM	#15
jspchief BAMF Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Your Face Casino cash: $9998710	On the opposite side of the spectrum, I remember an interview I had where the interviewer made some crack about me being over-dressed (black pants, white dress shirt, tie). My reply was "yea, sorry about taking this opportunity too seriously". __________________ Courage is not the absence of fear but rather the judgment that something is more important than fear. The brave may not live forever but the cautious do not live at all.
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