Re: [OT] joining the "elite" team

[David B. Stevens]

Richard B. Johnson wrote:
> On Fri, 13 Jun 2003, David B. Stevens wrote:
> 
> 
>>Typical HR wonk speak.  The clue less ones at work, nothing here
>>for you, move along now ;)
>>
>>Cheers
>>
> 
> 
> This following is an explanation of the most common
> Human Resources buzz-speak. It is by no means complete.
> 
> 
>         Wanted : Recent graduate, maximum of 5 years experience.
> Interpretation : Anybody over 30 need not apply.

Real meaning : We are cheap and don't want to pay real money.

>         Wanted : Team player.
> Interpretation : Need somebody to take the blame for failure.

Real meaning : You are ALREADY ******.

>         Wanted : Excellent interpersonal skills.
> Interpretation : Needs to kiss a lot of ass.

Ringy ding right on.

>         Wanted : Experience in Antidisestablishmentarianism.
> Interpretation : Getting an existing employee a green-card.

Ringy ding right on.

>         Wanted : Excellent salary and benefits.
> Interpretation : They provide health care through the Red Cross.

Ringy ding right on.

>         Wanted : Excellent communications skills.
> Interpretation : Knows Microsoft Word.

Real meaning : We are hoping you can teach us how to communicate.

>         Wanted : Relocation assistance provided.
> Interpretation : Cross-country bus fare to interview is provided.

Without any in transit videos.

> 
> Cheers,
> Dick Johnson
> Penguin : Linux version 2.4.20 on an i686 machine (797.90 BogoMips).
> Why is the government concerned about the lunatic fringe? Think about it.
> 
> 

Cheers,