[1066AD]

Deceptive or unethical behavior. Example, a colleague of my wife applied for an advertized position, got to a third interview to discuss $$ etc; HR person started out saying "You realize this is 30hrs/week with no benefits ?"
First time this was ever mentioned, everything up to then had implied full time, benefits bearing job. Waste of everyones' time in the end.

[El Gato]

Deceptive or unethical behavior

My daughter's boyfriend was told after a phone interview to have his paperwork in by Saturday (on a Monday I believe). He had to work two 12 hour shifts on Tuesday and Wednsday, but sent the stuff in via email, as requested, on Thursday. On Friday the job was filled, and he was told that "we thought you weren't interested when we didn't get your paperwork". As it turns out the lady didn't read her email!.

But the good news is that he did find another job with a small IT company, which he loves.

[baltodog]

"Norris is a freelance writer and adviser specializing in recruitment and career issues."

I feel pity for anyone who is out of work and wants to work...however, this article seems to be based on looking through the Sunday classifieds.

What about cold calls? What about networking? hat about the i'net?

I Would expect more from someone who specializes in recruitment and career issues.

[dmz]

What stopped your wife's colleague from asking the question? Nothing. The colleague needs to be better prepared by asking the questions that matter. Especially if it's not specifically stated on the job posting.

BTW, I'm an HR recruiter for a 6500 person organization.