Strange But True Job-Hunting Tactics

Some people will go to great lengths to attract an employer’s attention or prove they’re a cut above the competition. These attempts to stand out, however, can leave potential employers perplexed and reluctant to extend a job offer.

Robert Half International recently asked executives to describe the strangest pitches they’ve heard from potential hires. The responses ranged from a person who noted that he’d be a great addition to the company softball team to the candidate who had to be hired because he was “allergic to unemployment.”

While these applicants may have won a chuckle or two during the interview, their tactics likely left hiring managers less than impressed.

Following are some additional examples that stood out to survey respondents — for better or worse:

By Robert Half International
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