I’ve been saying this for months but the easiest way to get front page HN is to repeat this argument. Those who are interested in the space defend it (including me), those who aren’t interested in the space attack it, and that activity pushes it further up.
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>How are you validating my credentials as an applicant?
Applicants submit their resume, LinkedIn, and answers to why they'd be a good fit for a certain company + a mini biography about themselves.
> As an employee when I refer someone it's because I have a good understanding of their person, character and ability.
Many, if not most, referrals are people that don't know each other very well and either connected through LinkedIn, had a quick phone call, or had a quick coffee chat. We think that these same subjects can be covered in a few questions online.
Is this what referrals are these days? Somehow i doubt it, for any solid company at least. Are you referring to startups, because it damn ain't sure not the status quo here. [Former big 4, now quant fund]
I have never and will never refer a person that I do not know. A referral is partially me putting my own reputation on the line
I hate zuck as much as the next guy, but this writer is being dishonest.
Data portability is the first step in allowing other companies to compete with FB and takes away a huge advantage they have (switching costs). Call a spade a spade.
