Re:Show HN: Peer to Peer Recruiting?
by gethigher on Thursday September 09, 2021 @04:20AM
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> I would only make the bet if I understood both sides
AD: So this is integral to our system, those who are being asked to endorse candidates won't be doing so if they don't feel they either understand what the company is looking for or how capable their candidate is.
Think of the person you respect and admire the most in the workplace, and they've just asked you to endorse them for a role similar to their current one. The endorsement you give is contingent on them passing the probation only, would you give it?
My thoughts are :
I would only make the bet if I understood both sides - the skill of the candidate I am betting on (ok) - and the needs, culture and requirements of the company looking to hire.
As that second part is basically unknown then the only rational part is to withdraw the bet. Perhaps a smaller sum would work, but then betting 5 to get back 10 is no incentive - you may as well just ask.
I think I should put more effort into networking and recommending people for jobs - so something in this area is needed.
Good luck