If you or a co-worker is extroverted, personable and equipped with other soft skills but low on technical experience, you could be what is known as a "personality hire." These employees are often charismatic and have stellar interpersonal skills, which can go a long way in the workplace. Indeed, so-called personality hires serve a valuable purpose: They boost morale, cheer on coworkers, and can seal deals with clients. Almost half of workers — 48% — consider themselves a personality hire, according to a recent survey from career site Monster. Of those, 85% say they bring with them the ability to strengthen relationships with clients, customers and coworkers. "Personality hires refer to employees that were hired for their personality. Think about their charisma and their ability to cheer the team on," said Vicki Salemi, career expert for Monster. "If it were baseball, they'd be on the top step of the dugout cheering on the team. They are hired for their approach to work and their attitude."
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If you or a co-worker is extroverted, personable and equipped with other soft skills but low on technical experience, you could be what is known as a "personality hire." These employees are often charismatic and have stellar interpersonal skills, which can go a long way in the workplace. Indeed, so-called personality hires serve a valuable purpose: They boost morale, cheer on coworkers, and can seal deals with clients. Almost half of workers — 48% — consider themselves a personality hire, according to a recent survey from career site Monster. Of those, 85% say they bring with them the ability to strengthen relationships with clients, customers and coworkers. "Personality hires refer to employees that were hired for their personality. Think about their charisma and their ability to cheer the team on," said Vicki Salemi, career expert for Monster. "If it were baseball, they'd be on the top step of the dugout cheering on the team. They are hired for their approach to work and their attitude."
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What sets successful candidates apart? Many say it's their personality! In a recent Monster poll, 85% of respondents who consider themselves a #personalityhire say they are the best at strengthening relationships with clients, customers, and coworkers. Learn more about personality hires and find expert tips from #Monster's career advice expert Vicki Salemi in this CBS News article. #CareerGrowth #JobHunting #ProfessionalDevelopment
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What sets successful candidates apart? Many say it's their personality! In a recent Monster poll, 85% of respondents who consider themselves a #personalityhire say they are the best at strengthening relationships with clients, customers, and coworkers. Learn more about personality hires and find expert tips from #Monster's career advice expert Vicki Salemi in this CBS News article. #CareerGrowth #JobHunting #ProfessionalDevelopment
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What sets successful candidates apart? Many say it's their personality! In a recent Monster poll, 85% of respondents who consider themselves a #personalityhire say they are the best at strengthening relationships with clients, customers, and coworkers. Learn more about personality hires and find expert tips from #Monster's career advice expert Vicki Salemi in this CBS News article. #CareerGrowth #JobHunting #ProfessionalDevelopment
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What sets successful candidates apart? Many say it's their personality! In a recent Monster poll, 85% of respondents who consider themselves a #personalityhire say they are the best at strengthening relationships with clients, customers, and coworkers. Learn more about personality hires and find expert tips from #Monster's career advice expert Vicki Salemi in this CBS News article. #CareerGrowth #JobHunting #ProfessionalDevelopment
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Ever heard of a personality hire? Think extroverted, personable individuals, equipped with other soft skills but who are low on technical experience. Candidates of this kind are often referred to as personality hires because they are employees that were hired for their personality. But is this really a thing? The article below looks into this in greater detail.
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Want to take your job search to the next level? It might be time to show off more personality! Monster's career expert Vicki Salemi discusses the value of personality hires in this CBS News article! Vicki's tips on showcasing your unique qualities can help you attract the right employers and advance your career. Read it here today!
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Want to take your job search to the next level? It might be time to show off more personality! Monster's career expert Vicki Salemi discusses the value of personality hires in this CBS News article! Vicki's tips on showcasing your unique qualities can help you attract the right employers and advance your career. Please read it here today!
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