At times, what happens in the office seems like, well, science fiction and you think, “You can’t write this stuff.” …or can you? Write a witty caption for this photo and you could win a $50 gift card to Barnes & Noble!
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About Melissa Sweeney
Melissa Sweeney, as talented with a paintbrush as she is a Mac, has been with Alstin for nearly 10 years. As Art Director, Melissa tackles dozens of pressing creative projects with an eye for detail and a healthy dose of sarcasm. A fan of grilling and pets that use kitty litter (she even trained her dog), Melissa channels Phyllis Diller when laughing.
Our public relations firm thinks this “true” look of yours is a nice change and will explain a lot to the public, Mr. Sheen.
Having encountered the quesiton before, Tron was prepared knowing that the question, “What planet are you from?” was a violation of his civil rights.
The client does not like the creative. Again.
Annihilation of his corporate headquarters is our only option.
The concept of recruitment is alien to me. Tell me how to hire the best people.
“How is it possible that you have a check box for ‘Pacific Islander’ but not ‘Mars’?!
“While we listed our services as being out of this world, we have to admit we were unprepared for this meeting.”
“Hey Alan, new haircut?”
“Sorry for being late guys, you will not BELIEVE the night I had.”
For the last time, YES, I have my green card…
Declined for Hire – Reason: Arrived underdressed for interview. (Yep, EEOC can’t question that one!)
I hear you are looking for diversity…
As usual, we have no idea WHAT YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT!
Here at ABC Co. we’ll go to the ends of the earth to meet your needs, Really!
This year’s award for Diversity and Inclusion goes to…..
So, what do you do when your hiring manager is asking interview questions like “What country were you born in”?
We don’t accept the ordinary…..only the extra-ordinary leads the pack here.
So…. corporate is on board with our recruitment team being from Earth, but the rest of the staff is a little weirded out. I mean you guys are just so funny looking…
Psssst says one of the interviewers… “I have a great scrub for that whitehead. Don’t worry. It’ll be gone by tomorrow. And I think you’ll fit in just fine.”