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'I had someone list their typing speed at 270 WPM': Job candidate claims they can type faster than the world record holder, doubles down when recruiter calls them out

If you're going to lie to a job recruiter , you should probably pick a skill that's hard to prove you're lying about. You could fib about your previous role, maybe fudging what you actually did a little bit. Or maybe you want to impress the recruiter, so you tell them you have more experience in your career field than you actually do. The point is, there are a lot of things you can easily lie about, but you'd better be super careful what that is, because once you're found out, you'll lose all c…
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‘It's not up to you’: Job applicant goes over recruiter's head and submits her application directly, she gets the job, only for employer to demand she pays the recruiter a fee

‘It's not up to you’: Job applicant goes over recruiter's head and submits her application directly, she gets the job, only for employer to demand she pays the recruiter a fee

No matter how awful your job might be, you should take comfort in the fact that you do not have to look for one. It seems like every time we hear about the job market and the chances of securing a job these days, it just keeps getting worse and worse. If you are looking for a job currently, take comfort, as this story might give you some tips on how to properly secure a job. OP (original poster) sent their application to a firm through a recruiter and was told by that recruiter that the firm de…
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Toxicologist gets recruited for the job they just quit: 'This position was clearly listed on my profile'

Toxicologist gets recruited for the job they just quit: 'This position was clearly listed on my profile'

Imagine feeling the sweet relief of quitting your horrible job only to receive a message online soon thereafter asking if you'd like to be considered… for the position you just left. This complete lack of due diligence can be disheartening, to say the least. We expect recruiters to do the bare minimum and browse the resumes and experiences of job candidates that have been so clearly spelled out for them on their LinkedIn profiles. If those basic expectations were met, then this recruiter would…
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'Worst that happens is nothing': After getting rejected from a job, man sends an email to recruiter disagreeing with their decision, causing recruiter to retract the rejection

'Worst that happens is nothing': After getting rejected from a job, man sends an email to recruiter disagreeing with their decision, causing recruiter to retract the rejection

Every person who has even been through a job searching period got at least a dozen emails automatically rejecting them from a job. We all read the lines: 'We regret to inform you…', and we all know that most of the time, no one on the other end has glanced at your resume for longer than 10 seconds before deciding you are not a good fit. Very often, that rejection can come from job postings that are simply perfect for you, postings in which you check every single box they are after, but still yo…
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'Don't answer them': Recruiters continuously call an employee on the weekend, offering part time job that pays $250 per hour, internet informs employee it's a fraud

'Don't answer them': Recruiters continuously call an employee on the weekend, offering part time job that pays $250 per hour, internet informs employee it's a fraud

At 5:30 am, one person was enjoying some sleep on their weekend, when they heard a ‘ding’ from their phone. Who on earth would text at this hour? Well, lots of people, if it were an emergency. But it wasn't… it was a recruiter, and they were offering the person a job. This job sounded enticing indeed, as it was part-time, and it was $250 per hour. Or… was it? I can smell a scam from a mile away, and anyone who texts me that isn't on my contact list raises my immediate suspicion. Who are you, ho…
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'She accused me of not having a true goal for my career': Job candidate pushes back after hiring manager goes from praising work experience to insulting it during interview

Job interviews can be nerve-wracking since, especially when you don't know what kind of person will be interviewing you. After all the hard work of job searching, updating your application materials, and researching companies, you finally get an interview. While it can be a relief to get an interview, sadly, the hard part is just beginning. If you're lucky enough to know the names of the hiring team beforehand, you can research them to mentally prepare yourself for the interview. Maybe...
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‘Suddenly the recruiter stopped responding’: Job candidate rejected by company in favor of 'internal candidate' after going through 8 rounds of interviews, internet reacts

‘Suddenly the recruiter stopped responding’: Job candidate rejected by company in favor of 'internal candidate' after going through 8 rounds of interviews, internet reacts

Eight rounds of interviews later, this job candidate was hit by a wave of rejection that felt like an elephant had stomped on her. Absolutely devastated, was how she described it. And I totally understand why. If a company wasted my time like that, I'd be furious, too. Also, 8 rounds of interviews? What is this, the recruiting process to become the president? It seems wild that recruiters would make a candidate go through this. How many questions could you possibly ask a future employee? Maybe…
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'He set me up': Recruiter informs employee's boss they're planning to quit after dazzling them with 300k position

'He set me up': Recruiter informs employee's boss they're planning to quit after dazzling them with 300k position

Recruiters are infamous for playing games, not following up, and outright ghosting you. Sometimes you feel like you have no choice but to work with them… Searching for a job on your own is no easy feat. And with the costs of inflation and the lack of transparency regarding salaries in job postings, it can be helpful to have someone 'on your side'. It's always a nightmare to search for a job, especially in today's market, but unfortunately, recruiters aren't always 'on your side', and they often…
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Indignant interviewer turns on a new recruit who didn't even want the job in the first place: 'Like they weren't the ones who contacted YOU'

When you're applying for jobs, usually the hiring pipeline is pretty straightforward: You apply, they interview you, and then you're hired! However, in the era of online headhunters and recruitment sites, things can get a little topsy-turvy in the hiring department, especially when recruiters have no idea what they're doing.
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'Unprofessional pictures': 30+ instant turn-offs on job applications, according to recruiters

'Unprofessional pictures': 30+ instant turn-offs on job applications, according to recruiters

It's truly shocking what people think they can and should put on their resumes. First, there are the generic, eye-roll-inducing statements like “self-starter,” “hard worker,” and “go-getter” that truly mean nothing substantial. Then, there are the clearly embellished bullet points added to one's employment descriptions. Furthermore, there are the folks who think it's necessary to expand on their education history by including ridiculous information like where they went to preschool. And let's n…
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'I worked [there] for $16/hour... Now they’re willing to pay $150k': Ex-company tries to recruit an old employee for 4.5x the salary; he laughs in their face

Fresh-faced college kids are willing to put up with a lot in the workplace. Desperate to find that shiny job they were promised would pay off their student loans within the year, they'll usually start with a scrutinous eye for the golden entry-level job of their dreams. Quickly, they realize it's harder than it seems to find a half-decent job.
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‘We are leaving’: Administration cripples company by denying employees raises, leading to mass resignation

‘We are leaving’: Administration cripples company by denying employees raises, leading to mass resignation

Almost every time a company goes into administration, which is a term to explain when an independent person takes control of a company, things collapse. Call it fate, call it karma, call it whatever you want, but the facts are red, loud and clear. This story, as told to us by u/Toraden, was a classic case of ‘Mess around and find out’. In other words, OP's company went into administration, and things slowly went downhill. How downhill exactly? You can read all about the petty managers, denial o…
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'I wasn't interested in taking a wage cut': Audacious recruiter guilt trips a prospective employee after offering him $6,000 less than his current wage

Who here works a full time job and is not interested in making any money? Nobody? No takers?! Exactly. The majority of the workforce isn't driven by passion, work-ethic, or altruism– we're driven by cold, hard cash. Anyone who says otherwise is either delusional or a professional recruiter. Although usually head hunters like to swoon their prey with pretty words and shiny pay-days, sometimes there's that dime-in-a-dozen recruiter that has the audacity to...
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'The job listing read $110,000':  Job candidate calls company out for refusing to pay the amount listed in job description, hiring manager denies salary expectations

'The job listing read $110,000': Job candidate calls company out for refusing to pay the amount listed in job description, hiring manager denies salary expectations

Companies falsely advertise salary ranges far too often, and the consequences are a lot of wasted time on potential candidates' part, never mind the recruiters. OP applied for an account executive job with a job description that offered a salary between $90k and $110k. Yet when OP was asked about salary expectations in the interview, the hiring manager acted surprised with OP's offer… even though his credentials were out of the ballpark. Companies just don't seem to have a moral compass anymore…
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'I'm still wearing a fake mustache': Former employee gets offered the interview opportunity of a lifetime

'I'm still wearing a fake mustache': Former employee gets offered the interview opportunity of a lifetime by a clueless recruiter

When the opportunity is too good to pass up, don't ever let it slip through your fingers. Job interviews bring a multitude of emotions with them, but usually the main two are anxiety and excitement. Interviewing is tough no matter what stage of your career you're in. It's exciting to have the opportunity to check out the company and see if it's the right fit for you. But on the other hand, it causes most people a ton of anxiety, since you're being judged for your abilities, and have to come up…
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Top 15+ Cringey Linkedin Fails For Lone Rangers on a Job Hunt

Top 15+ Linkedin Fails For Lone Rangers on a Job Hunt

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