Saying no is tough: The best way to reject a job application

A hiring manager's job involves saying 'no' properly and knowing the consequences of doing so

Being a hiring manager is difficult. Deciding whether an applicant is the right fit for your company is one thing. Rejecting the applicant is another altogether.

Like a tabletop roleplaying game, your actions can have profound consequences on the future of your company. Here’s how it can play out.

Your company gains an embittered enemy. -2 reputation

So the applicant was possibly the worst application you’ve ever had to process — incomplete requirements, late for the interview, sloppily dressed. Nothing gives you more pleasure than to reject this poor excuse of an applicant. But whoops, he feels so entitled that