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And The Winner Of The “Hiring Horror Story” Contest Is…

LISA!

Congratulations Lisa! You won Continental’s first “Hiring Horror Story” contest.

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VOTE NOW! For You Favorite “Hiring Horror Story”

Cast Your Vote Now!

It’s time! Below are the entires in the “Hiring Horror Story” contest. Read through and vote for your favorite. Poll Closes August 14th at 8:00 am.

»» VOTE NOW! For You Favorite “Hiring Horror Story”

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Tell Us Your “Hiring Horror Story & Win An iPod Shuffle

Send us your best, or..uh…worst, hiring horror stories and you could win an Apple iPod Shuffle. Thats right…all you have to do is tell us your story and you could be the lucky winner of a brand new iPod Shuffle.

»» Tell Us Your “Hiring Horror Story & Win An iPod Shuffle

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17 Common Hiring Mistakes: Part 1

Hiring Friends or Relatives Just Because They Are Available

When Jim Sloan of Able Silk Screening Services was ready to hire his first employee, his sister-in-law, Sue, was unemployed and looking for work. Though she had no experience as a screen printer, she was desperate for a job and immediately available. Jim hired her. It didn’t take long before Jim knew he made a mistake. Sue was often late, took long breaks and continuously complained about the work. It was clear this was not the job of her dreams.

»» 17 Common Hiring Mistakes: Part 1

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