This is the closing sentence from a long, detailed sales manager ad I read this morning:<\/p>\n
For full job details, to apply online, and to learn more about our dynamic organization, please visit our website at www.company.com and search for Req ID# XXXXXX<\/strong>.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
“Search for” a req on their website? I followed the link and it simply takes you to the home page of their rather extensive website. I went 5 clicks deep into the site and still did not find the specific job listing.<\/p>\n
Don’t do this. It may work for web developer positions, but not for sales positions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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