How to Interpret Employment Ads
- "Competitive Salary"
- We remain competitive by paying less than our competitors.
- "Join Our Fast Paced Company"
- We have no time to train you.
- "Casual Work Atmosphere"
- We don't pay enough to expect that you will dress up.
- "Must be Deadline Oriented"
- You will be six months behind schedule on your first day.
- "Some Overtime Required"
- Some time each night, some time each weekend.
- "Duties will Vary"
- Anyone in the office can boss you around.
- "Must have an Eye for Detail"
- We have no quality control.
- "Seeking Candidates with a Wide Variety of Experience"
- You will need to replace three people who just left.
- "Problem Solving Skills a Must"
- You are walking into a company in perpetual chaos. Haven't heard a word from anyone out there. Your first task is to find out what is going on.
- "Requires Team Leadership Skills"
- You will have the responsibilities of a manager without the pay or respect.
- "Good Communication Skills"
- Management communicates poorly, so you have to figure out what they want and do it.