Misc.Aug 16, 2019
MapboxzZisUrp

Why are you asking strangers for referrals here?

I would never refer someone who I didnt know in real life. What makes you think getting a referral from a random internet stranger is going to help you get a job?

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Microsoft tgvq88 Aug 16, 2019

I do refer for the sweet referral bonus. Why wouldn't I?

Mapbox zZisUrp OP Aug 16, 2019

I guess that makes sense if bonuses are involved.

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REeD55 Aug 16, 2019

You really get 5k no question asked for a successful hire ?

Tesla 🐉⛈ Aug 16, 2019

Most people here work at large companies where referring someone doesn't cost any reputation. For someone applying, they are just looking to get the interview. Referrals are just a quick way to get the foot in the door.

Verizon HelloMoon1 Aug 16, 2019

Referral to map box?

Mapbox zZisUrp OP Aug 16, 2019

No in general - most of the posts in this app are just asking for referrals.

Zillow Group ATTENT!0N Aug 16, 2019

People asking referrals: are needy People willing to give referrals: are idiots

Walmart 🐉energy Aug 16, 2019

I don't think that's the right way to see things. The person may have tried the usual ways and those wouldn't have worked, so they're covering all the bases. I've asked people here for referrals, and gotten callbacks. :) And I've given referrals as well.

Expedia Group freenaught Aug 16, 2019

Yep, no risk in referring.....possible upside in bonus. It's up to HR and hiring manager to determine quality of candidate not the refer-er. That said, probably makes sense to make sure person is appropriate on paper otherwise just a waste of time

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Facebook TQqF63 Aug 16, 2019

Sourcers do this as their job fyi, just dont lie about how you know the person, and don’t refer ppl you wouldn’t hire

Google Mr. GIass Aug 16, 2019

It actually works though. That's why people do it.