Why interviewing is like dating

Why interviewing is like dating 2 Flares 2 Flares The obvious goal of dating and interviewing is to make match.  A match that meets the interests, and needs of both sides of the relationship.  Quickly, Ill take a look at each step of the hiring process, and make an attempt to point out how its not unlike datingto a certain extent.  Dont take it too seriously, just something fun for your lunch hour! Meeting the candidate/date Left is the interview related side, while the right will be its similar point in dating. Employee referral Set up by a mutual friend Company website/online advertisements Online dating Linkedin Facebook/MySpace Job fair Speed dating Networking event At the bar Family business - High school sweet hearts College recruiting Fraternity party Walk-in applicant Creepy The first phone call Depending on which side you sit, you may wonder whens the best time to call, or when/if youll receive that first phone call.  In todays interviewing and dating world, the first contact is usually by email.  Email is easy for both sides, but still important to leave a nice first impression.  Both sides are ALWAYS SELLING what they offer during the initial contact!  Once the first, and maybe second communication points are through, then one, or both sides will wait to hear if a meeting will occur. The interview/dating begins Again Ill put the interview related information on the left and toss the dating points on the right. Your interview is at 8 Ill pick you up at 8 On-site interview Dinner at the Cheesecake Factory Second interview Meeting his/her friends Drug and background check Meeting his/her parents Making a job offer - Making it more serious Pull resume off Monster ..is in a relationship on Facebook Im going to stop myself.  This could go on for some time if I begin comparing the downfalls of a relationship and how that matches up nicely to a terminated employee.  If you take anything away from this, please realize the goal of an interview is to get a second interview, or make it to the next step in the process.  This is your goal, even if the company or position isnt all too attractive.  Options are your friend, and you shouldnt close any doors.  Just like in dating, who doesnt want options? Cheers