Raganwald (Regenald Braithwaite) had an interesting post on github about hiring practices of some companies. To my knowledge I’ve never been subject to such practices. It’s a bit off-topic here but it spurned some thought for me. I’d much rather hire or have hired to work with a person who is imminently qualified and skilled than someone with whom I politically align. In fact, I often work with (and work well with) people who don’t agree with me politically. It can actually be more fun to hear other people’s opinions but it doesn’t matter as far as the job goes. Let’s all agree to be professional when it comes to getting things done, and we’ll all get along just fine. Personally, I get along with pretty much everyone I work with.
Also, Raganwald used an example of a law in the Province of Ontario where it’s illegal to ask in an interview about a candidate’s marital status. I’m not sure I care for that law but then I wouldn’t care whether a person is an unmarried woman likely to get married and leave. It’s about the job performance. I’d want to hire the best person for the job even if they are likely to leave; granted I’d do what I could to prevent or delay that. Honestly, I would be interested in knowing a little about the person just because. I just like people I guess.
I’m fairly conscious of what I post publicly but still manage to make gaffes on occasion. Point is just be professional, hire good people, and have some understanding.
-j