Lately I have been exploring the idea of changing careers. Apparently I have been in the "old school" way of things for too long. I am actually finding this experience humorous.
Whatever happened to sitting down with the Boss, handing him a resume and you both talked about life and expectations.
I have now entered the world of abbreviations, online applications, practice exams and job coaches.
Abbreviations: WCPT, ACPAC, OST and my favorite GIT (general intelligence test).
Online applications: start an account, download the application, time limited and it always seems this is when your computer decides to freeze up!
Practice Exams: You can spend a small fortune at Chapters purchasing all the "How to" books and guides required to pass the endless amount of front line entrance exams.
Finally, there are people out there ,for a small fee, who can coach you at any particular aspect of the application process...personal trainers, consultants, websites etc.
Is it the sheer volume of applicants that force this type of system or is it the liability factor that drives everything and everyone to be documented in case the individual goes (sorry to use the term) "Postal" later on and the Employer cannot be held accountable because every measure was taken to ensure the employee was of sound mind.
I don't know...but so far have yet to meet the Human in Human Resources!
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