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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]How do I professionally respond to this and would you still consider them for the job?[/quote] Lots of good answers here: [b]a)[/b]probationary [b]b)[/b]follows directions test-"we'll be reviewing candidates Friday. Please do not contact us for an update until then" [b]c)[/b]stop stringing candidate along with vagueness and answer questions with kindness and specifics-"We have no/this immediate position which I will forward for consideration. Onboarding takes 4 weeks and first paycheck is 2 weeks after date of hire (earliest May 16) with no sign-on bonuses or advances. Our department along with HR/(references) work core hours of M-F 10-3pm here. To expedite the process please have former employer John Smith call us back or provide another reference.//We will be making a decision after interviewing a minimum of 3(2, etc.) candidates.//We have decided to pursue other options at this time as you are not a fit. For future reference, if you need responses nights/weekends, please consider interviewing with hospitals, on-call IT, or international commerce. {Thankful for the time and resources spent including possible vacation time or sitters}". [/quote]
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