"Interview Question"
What Are Your Salary Expectations?
If this is your initial interview, err on the side of caution with this question by avoiding specifics. A smart tactic is to switch the question around and ask if a salary band has been identified for the job based on your experience level and location.
Some hiring teams save the most anxiety-producing topic for last: Money.
Some managers may be hoping that you’ll share numbers based on your prior salary, even though you aren’t obligated to do this – and it’s best to avoid doing so too early in the interview process.
You’ll have more leverage as a candidate if you can get the employer to share the job’s salary band first. Otherwise, any number you put out there might end up either too low, pigeonholing you at a lower range than might have been offered, or too high, which might convince the hiring team that they can’t afford you. #AWU #disability #jobs #salary
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"Interview Question"
What Are Your Salary Expectations?
If this is your initial interview, err on the side of caution with this question by avoiding specifics. A smart tactic is to switch the question around and ask if a salary band has been identified for the job based on your experience level and location.
Some hiring teams save the most anxiety-producing topic for last: Money.
Some managers may be hoping that you’ll share numbers based on your prior salary, even though you aren’t obligated to do this – and it’s best to avoid doing so too early in the interview process.
You’ll have more leverage as a candidate if you can get the employer to share the job’s salary band first. Otherwise, any number you put out there might end up either too low, pigeonholing you at a lower range than might have been offered, or too high, which might convince the hiring team that they can’t afford you. #AWU #disability #jobs #salary
what part time jobs pay the best any that are hiring?
"Vibe Hiring " a new trend!
“Vibe hiring” is a growing trend in recruitment where hiring decisions are made based largely on a candidate’s personality, energy, or cultural fit—essentially, the “vibe” they give off—rather than strictly on skills, qualifications, or experience.
Key Characteristics of Vibe Hiring:
Subjective Judgments: Hiring managers rely on gut feelings or how well someone meshes with the team dynamic.
Cultural Fit Over Competence: Candidates who “feel right” for the company culture are favored, sometimes at the expense of more qualified individuals.
Bias Risks: It can unintentionally reinforce homogeneity, as people tend to hire others who resemble themselves in background or demeanor.
Brand Association: Candidates with experience at prestigious or trendy companies may get a pass based on reputation, not performance.
Why It’s Gaining Traction:
Teams want cohesion and reduced conflict.
Startups and creative industries often prioritize flexible, collaborative dynamics.
It can seem more efficient in fast-paced hiring environments.
Downsides:
It can exclude talented individuals who don’t conform to an unspoken “type.”
It’s harder to scale equitably.
It risks creating echo chambers in company culture.
In essence, while “vibe hiring” aims to build cohesive teams, it can compromise diversity, merit, and long-term performance if not balanced with objective evaluation. AIG #AWU #disability #jobs
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
"Vibe Hiring " a new trend!
“Vibe hiring” is a growing trend in recruitment where hiring decisions are made based largely on a candidate’s personality, energy, or cultural fit—essentially, the “vibe” they give off—rather than strictly on skills, qualifications, or experience.
Key Characteristics of Vibe Hiring:
Subjective Judgments: Hiring managers rely on gut feelings or how well someone meshes with the team dynamic.
Cultural Fit Over Competence: Candidates who “feel right” for the company culture are favored, sometimes at the expense of more qualified individuals.
Bias Risks: It can unintentionally reinforce homogeneity, as people tend to hire others who resemble themselves in background or demeanor.
Brand Association: Candidates with experience at prestigious or trendy companies may get a pass based on reputation, not performance.
Why It’s Gaining Traction:
Teams want cohesion and reduced conflict.
Startups and creative industries often prioritize flexible, collaborative dynamics.
It can seem more efficient in fast-paced hiring environments.
Downsides:
It can exclude talented individuals who don’t conform to an unspoken “type.”
It’s harder to scale equitably.
It risks creating echo chambers in company culture.
In essence, while “vibe hiring” aims to build cohesive teams, it can compromise diversity, merit, and long-term performance if not balanced with objective evaluation. AIG #AWU #disability #jobs
"Interview Tip"
Question! Are You More of a Team Player or an Independent Individual?
To answer this well, think of the expectations tied to the position. If you’re applying to a position of leadership but say you’re “better off working on your own,” it may be a red flag. Still, don’t pretend to be someone you are not.
You might say!
I like working in sync with others — I think the best ideas are born out of collaboration! However, I can be a self-starter, too. I’m able to work independently and develop a game plan for myself, executing it effectively and taking responsibility for its outcome. #AWU #disability #jobs
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
"Interview Tip"
Question! Are You More of a Team Player or an Independent Individual?
To answer this well, think of the expectations tied to the position. If you’re applying to a position of leadership but say you’re “better off working on your own,” it may be a red flag. Still, don’t pretend to be someone you are not.
You might say!
I like working in sync with others — I think the best ideas are born out of collaboration! However, I can be a self-starter, too. I’m able to work independently and develop a game plan for myself, executing it effectively and taking responsibility for its outcome. #AWU #disability #jobs
States Drop Section 504 Constitutionality Challenge, But Continue Legal Fight
• Seventeen states have withdrawn their attempt to declare Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act unconstitutional, following significant pushback from disability advocates.
• This 1973 law prohibits disability discrimination in federally funded entities and its potential invalidation worried advocates due to its impact on other disability rights laws.
• However, the states continue their lawsuit, Texas v. Kennedy, challenging recent updates to Section 504 regulations concerning community services, medical equipment accessibility, and anti-discrimination measures.
• These regulations, the first update in 50 years, aim to improve access to healthcare and services for people with disabilities, and their potential overturn is considered a major setback by advocates.
https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/05/19/states-drop-effort-to-overturn-section-504-but-continue-to-challenge-disability-protections/31460/ #AWU #disability #jobs
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
States Drop Section 504 Constitutionality Challenge, But Continue Legal Fight
• Seventeen states have withdrawn their attempt to declare Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act unconstitutional, following significant pushback from disability advocates.
• This 1973 law prohibits disability discrimination in federally funded entities and its potential invalidation worried advocates due to its impact on other disability rights laws.
• However, the states continue their lawsuit, Texas v. Kennedy, challenging recent updates to Section 504 regulations concerning community services, medical equipment accessibility, and anti-discrimination measures.
• These regulations, the first update in 50 years, aim to improve access to healthcare and services for people with disabilities, and their potential overturn is considered a major setback by advocates.
https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/05/19/states-drop-effort-to-overturn-section-504-but-continue-to-challenge-disability-protections/31460/ #AWU #disability #jobs
"Interview Tip"
Three Lies to Avoid in Job Interviews
• According to veteran tech recruiter, job seekers should avoid lying about their background check information, including education and employment history, as these are easily verifiable.
• Falsely claiming other job offers or counteroffers is also risky, as professionals often network and employers may discover the deception.
• Fabricating references and using fake email addresses is easily detectable by companies that track IP addresses.
• While some embellishment is common in job searches, these three areas carry a high risk of getting caught and harming job prospects.
• This recruiter emphasizes that while navigating the job market requires strategy, honesty in these specific areas is crucial to avoid negative consequences.
https://www.yourtango.com/self/things-never-lie-about-job-interview-according-hr-expert #AWU ##disability #jobs #interviewtips
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups