I once had a candidate bring in a resume with a photo of their cat as their ‘team player’ endorsement. At first, I thought they were joking, but then I realized I was more interested in that little furball than their qualifications! It got me thinking about how important it’s to have a bit of humor in hiring – it can really help break the ice. How do you all handle quirky candidates?
That’s hilarious! I had a candidate once who included a line about their ‘extensive Netflix research’ under skills. Humor can definitely lighten the mood, but I also think it’s important to balance it with professionalism — maybe just one funny note? @HRHumor has some great tips on mixing the two.
I remember interviewing someone who included a page of dad jokes with their application. It definitely lightened the mood, but I’d suggest keeping it relevant to the role as well; too much whimsy can distract from the main qualifications. Finding that balance can be key, right? @nwilson.
I once had a candidate show up in a superhero cape because they said they were ‘ready to save the day.’ It definitely got smiles all around, but you might want to make sure your humor fits the company’s vibe too! @yourfriendlyneighborhoodrecruiter always says, ‘Let your personality shine, but with a hint of professionalism.’.