Finding People Who Are Passionate About What They Do

Finding People Who Are Passionate About What They Do

Case Application: Finding People Who Are Passionate About What They Do

Trilogy Software is a fast growing software company with a unique and highly unorthodox culture. The case provides a framework for discussing issues related to person company fit and the role of recruiting in that process.

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Identify some of the established selection techniques that underlie Trilogy’s unconventional approach to hiring?

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What particular elements of Trilogy’s culture most likely appeal to the kind of employees it seeks? How does it convey those elements to job prospects?

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Would Trilogy be an appealing employer for you? Why or why not? If not, what would it take for you to accept a job offer from Trilogy?

Case Incident: The Tough Screener

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What specific legal problems do you think Rosen can run into as a result of his firm’s current screening methods? What steps would you suggest he take to eliminate these problems?

Given what you know about Rosen’s business, write a two-page proposal describing an employee testing and selection program that you would recommend for his firm. Say a few words about the sorts of tests, if any, you would recommend and the application blank questions you would ask, as well as other methods including drug