Originally Posted by
Radials Rule
Exactly. To add to nepotism, I never hear complaints (from myself included) about people being hired with the help of friendships, golf buddies, squadron buddies etc.. I am willing to bet that there is more preferential interviewing/hiring based on these factors than there is with affirmative action.
If the minimum qualifications are met, then what's the problem? If an airline wants to hire what one or a few people say is the less experienced candidate, they can. Do you have to like it? No. However, ultimately, no one is owed a job.
I hear lots of complaints about nepotism, gender, and race.
Not so much about buddies and connections though. And I think it makes sense. The above 3 are something you're born with and have no control over. You're getting an unfair advantage because of who you randomly were when you were brought into this word.
For connections... knowing the right people and getting help... well, as long as its not because of nepotism (all your dad's buddies), OBAP (everyone you met at the conference), etc... you know these people because you have done well for yourself, have a good personality, a good reputation, etc. People who are idiots who can't fly and aren't fun to be around rarely have people batting for them to get a job somewhere.