it is indeed how the world works. and the point about private industry needing to make a profit is a strong point. but in the end it might just be that in many cases people hire folks they think will fit into their staff better, as well. many times it is not that easy to choose between qualified candidates so you end up maybe making a fairly arbitrary decision. people are not easily fitted into a scientific measuring scheme. personalities arent as easy to measure as weight height etc.

she just needs to keep trying. she will find the right job sooner or later.

next time dont hold back on the phone call to your friend. these kindof connections are really strong influencers in hiring decisions.

my first reaction to your title was "yes of course every time someone else got the job!" heh heh.

the biggest hiring thread that i see in my world is the person who is persistant and just keeps asking. an employer will see energy and desire as very very strong qualities.

unless the other candidates father was the guard on the hirer's basketball team in high school! then it wont matter what you do.

tom w

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