Question

A job advertisement reads as follows: "Wanted, bright young men to sell athletic club memberships. Interested applicants should contact Sam at 204-501-6666." Is this an acceptable and adequate way to recruit applicants for these positions?

Answer 1

Answer:

The group of options for this question are the following:

A. Yes, the ad makes clear the type of employee sought.

B. No, it is not acceptable as it discriminates against female applicants and does not give sufficient information about the organization or job requirements.

C. No, it is not acceptable as it discriminates against female applicants.

D. Yes, it is acceptable but would benefit from more information.

The correct answer is B. No, it is not acceptable as it discriminates against female applicants and does not give sufficient information about the organization or job requirements.

Explanation:

The basic concept when the company considers the publication of a job offer to fill a position, is to find the best possible candidate, the most qualified for what is sought. For this, the development of the offer is very important, in what terms it is being proposed, to which applicants it is directed, etc. If the job offer is created properly, it will not only get the applicant to the most capable position, but it will do so in the shortest possible time.

An effective offer must have a title that appeals, that contains added value, either because it brings a certain prestige to the position, excellent conditions for it or the image of an important professional projection within the company. For this, in order to attract the candidate's attention to the position, the text of the offer must be close and pleasant, with respectful but appealing language.