Why would my friend’s company interview me for an opportunistic role that’s not posted on their website?

[Anonymous]

[AI Opinion]

Companies sometimes interview candidates for opportunistic roles that aren't publicly posted when they foresee potential future needs or when they recognize a candidate's unique skills. By keeping a proactive approach, they can quickly fill positions as they arise. Additionally, having a recommendation or insider referral often leads to these kinds of opportunities, as companies trust the judgment of their employees and value connections. This approach allows companies to secure talented individuals even before a formal opening exists, providing a strategic advantage in a competitive job market.

[jennifer_bloom]

I read less than 10-20% of jobs are advertised online and a lot of online ads are fake ads designed to intimidate hired employees by making them think they will get replaced by others if they slack off.

Bosses know over 80% of people lie on their resume and would rather hire a known connection they can witness and evaluate in a real life setting then take their chance of a potential work history fraud.

[Asker]

Crazy how that works! I think your explanation is really good on how it works.

[Anonymous]

It's not publicly posted as a vacancy but someone in the know thinks you'd be a great addition to the firm.

[Asker]

I have a call with the CTO then. I guess I should have an answer.