On: Abolish The Reference Check

[Navarr]

Am I the only person here that is offended by "Don't let the candidate return the call" or was that meant metaphorically?

I might not be "A-level" yet but as a potential candidate I would be furious if my employer kept my options away from me, especially if he's likely to toss me away if everything isn't going perfect for him, as the language of this post seems to dictate as a very real possibility.

[plorkyeran → Navarr]

I assumed that meant "Give a good enough offer that the candidate doesn't bother returning the other call", as a truly exceptional candidate is likely to say no if you press them to decide immediately.