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6 Outrageous Hiring Practices
Hamsa Ramesha | MonsterCollege
From the downright crazy, to the just plain fun, hiring practices sure are getting interesting. Some companies turned to virtual reality to recruit new employees, while others weeded out weaklings by raising the stakes – literally.
But do some of these new hiring methods cross the line? Are HR departments taking advantage of a sour economy and desperate job seekers? It’s important to recognize unqualified applicants quickly. But sometimes, in an effort to streamline the process, they take the humanity out of human resources.
How much is too much?
Take a look at these real examples of outrageous hiring practices (both good and bad).
But do some of these new hiring methods cross the line? Are HR departments taking advantage of a sour economy and desperate job seekers? It’s important to recognize unqualified applicants quickly. But sometimes, in an effort to streamline the process, they take the humanity out of human resources.
How much is too much?
Take a look at these real examples of outrageous hiring practices (both good and bad).
Kayla_gehringer
about 1 year ago
6 comments
Ah, so THAT'S why certain retail companies have such a long application. Understandable, yes, but very discriminatory towards people looking to get into the workplace.
joshi
about 2 years ago
2 comments
not all indian bosses r like that.. I had couple but on the other hand i had 4 good bosses as welll..
Frank_Ball
almost 3 years ago
19756 comments
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Solnia
about 3 years ago
10 comments
I agree the hoops are becoming a drag. Way too many for jobs that will give you training anyway.
creoleb_27young
about 3 years ago
2 comments
It's really hard out there to get a position as a Medical Assistant. It seems like this position is only require for latinos community than for the blacks why?