Do You Know Who That Worker You Just Hired Really Is?
The New York Times
Employers love to talk about “authenticity.” But psychologists say nearly everyone uses some form of deception to get a job.
It was as if a “Seinfeld” plot met John le Carré.
Kristin Zawatski, 44, who works in information technology, in a department of about 70 people, was helping to conduct a virtual job interview. She said she was impressed by the candidate’s sharp understanding of the technical skills required for the position. But about 15 minutes into the conversation, one of her colleagues muted the video call.
“The person answering the questions isn’t the person on camera,” he declared, according to her recollection, prompting an audible gasp from his teammates.
General Motors and other foreign automakers are selling fewer cars and losing lots of money in China, where domestic electric and hybrid cars have taken off.
Pat Gelsinger stepped down after nearly four years at the helm of the onetime highflying company, Intel said Monday.
Pat Gelsinger stepped down after nearly four years at the helm of the onetime highflying company, Intel said Monday.
New rules prohibit the sale of certain types of chips and equipment to China, in an effort to close loopholes and cement the Biden administration’s legacy in countering the U.S. rival.
The company, facing slumping sales, announced that Carlos Tavares would step down immediately and that a search for a new chief was underway.
Business owners say card transaction fees are a growing monthly expense, one often passed to consumers. They’re cheering efforts to lower them.
Data on spending this week shows consumers are being drawn to discounts. Online Black Friday sales picked up at a faster pace this year than in-store shopping, Mastercard reported.