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"I was reviewing a resume when I came across this line: "I prefer working independently, and I tend to avoid team projects." Here's what I really heard: "I struggle with collaboration and might not be the best team player." What’s your take? Is this a red flag or an opportunity to harness unique strengths? Do you like this post? If you want to see more * Click the 🔔 on my profile! * Connect #MaiPlacement #Ethicalrecruitment #resumeread
poorly written. These will be construed as weaknesses rather than strengths because of the way they were written.
Not every job requires team playing. Maybe he or she would be good at a job that is good independently? (And yes, I totally read it that way as well)
depends on the need of the company many times a person that works on their own can accomplish a lot more in a day. There is no way to know unless you interview the person in my opinion.
It depends what position they are applying for.
red flag
A little of each. An attempt to do the latter, but needs to be worded in a way that doenst emphasize the former. #my2cents
This candidate is advocating for a work environment that works best for them. There's nothing wrong with that and I would never see it as inherently negative! Not everyone is interested in, or performs at their best, in a collaborative environment. There are many good reasons for this, including neurodiversity, which is protected and should be supported by company DEI initiatives.
I noticed in one of your replies that the candidate is applying for an operations manager position. It seems he might be seeking a role that doesn't align with his strengths. Operations management requires strong team collaboration. If he's open to a role that better suits his independent working style, he could still be a great candidate. It's all about the right people in the right roles, playing to their strengths.
I like it and I think it takes courage to write that. It's honest and sometimes not a deal breaker. It doesn't say they "won't work with a team" it just says they prefer not to. I would delve deeper and ask them questions.
Operations and Leadership Specialist
2moMy take is that you clearly add negative bias to things you’re reading, and this might be a solid place for you to look inward and do some self-development.