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Debra Wheatman, President of Careers Done Write, provides expert insight to the job search process that puts your career in gear with tips for interviewing, networking, job search strategies and how to create a winning resume and cover letter.
The Myth of Cultural Fit
It is no secret that hiring is broken. The current system works against recruiting, hiring, and retaining talent. From candidate experiences with clunky ATS systems, hiring managers ill-trained in conducting interviews, to the seemingly endless rounds of interviews, it is surprising that anyone gets hired. Another factor that impedes hiring is the idea of “cultural fit.” While it is undoubtedly essential to determine whether there is a cultural fit on both the part of the company and the candidate, many people on both sides of the desk get this wrong….
Culture or cult?
An organization's culture is a key factor that job seekers must consider when pursuing a new role. After all, a company’s culture seeps into every aspect of employees' jobs, attitudes, and behaviors. Culture should be a big deal to candidates and employers. When it’s done right, a company’s culture can redefine its brand and make it an employer of choice. Done wrong, culture can repel talent and advance toxic workplace behavior….