If you’re like most job candidates, you look at the hiring process as a way for a potential employer to evaluate you. But did you know that you should also be evaluating prospective bosses in the process?
As one of the leading employment agencies in Miami, Future Force knows that in order to make the right decision about your next job opportunity, you need to ensure that the position, the company – and your possible boss – is a good fit for you. If they’re not, then you could be making one big mistake. In fact, if you don’t properly evaluate a new opportunity before saying “yes,” you could be setting yourself up for major job dissatisfaction and career failure.
So what are some signs of a bad boss you should be aware? Here’s a look:
Vague answers to your questions.
When you ask questions about the job duties and the hiring manager can’t give a straight answer, that’s a sign that the position likely isn’t defined yet. A good boss will be able to offer a comprehensive overview of what the job entails and also be able to answer your questions about it.
Inappropriate questions.
Hiring managers can’t ask you certain questions during a job interview, such as those pertaining to your marital status, religion or whether you have kids or not. So if they seem like they’re making small talk, it could actually be a ploy – an illegal one at that – to get you to talk about your personal life.
Lack of attention.
When you’re interviewing, a hiring manager should be focused on you. They shouldn’t be sending off emails and answering texts. If they do, it’s a sign of what’s to come if you do take the job – a lack of respect.
No room to grow.
During the job interview, ask about professional development and training opportunities. If the company doesn’t offer continuing education benefits, that suggests they don’t value investing in employees. You can also ask if the company tends to promote from within.
Confusing hiring process.
Pay attention to the company’s hiring process. For instance, think about how you were treated when someone called to schedule the job interview. Also, if the hiring process is long and drawn out, it could indicate the organization doesn’t have its act together and doesn’t know how to properly hire new employees.
Would you like help finding your next great boss? Call Future Force. As one of the leading employment agencies in Miami, Future Force can help you find a Miami boss – and a Miami job – that are a great fit for you. Take the next step in your career. Contact us today to learn more.