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in-depth stories, he will be a poor fit at a newspaper where spontaneity to cover fires and accidents is stressed over lengthier essays. If the position requires working various work schedules, but the individual prefers steady, regular hours, the job is not likely to work out. Probing questions that go beyond the nuts and bolts of a resume or appli- cation can be very revealing. For starters, “What types of jobs have you enjoyed the most?” “The least?” Taking ex- tra time to screen an applicant is time well spent. In conclusion, it’s true there is no perfect job. That said, when it comes to selecting a work environment, the more you know who you are, the better choices you can make. But job “fit” remains a two-way street. It is still vital for an employer to learn the person’s wants and needs, strengths, and weaknesses. Staff attrition is inevitable, but better understanding of job culture will go a long way to- ward reducing turnover. Mike Jacquart was a longtime editor of the Journal of Employee Assistance for the Employee Assistance Profes- sionals Association. He is currently involved in other writ- ing and editing projects. His new book, Climbing out of Darkness: A Personal Journey into Mental Wellness (with Marina London, LCSW) can be found on Amazon, https:// www.amazon.com/Climbing-out-Darkness-Personal-Well- ness/dp/B0BQ58KJH4.
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