Do You Pass the Beer Test?
Working for a business takes up a significant part of every day and when you are travelling it can take up even more time however how often is it that you end up working with people that you just don’t get on with. Well i think a question that is important to ask yourself in any interview is “does this person pass the beer test?”
Now what do i mean “beer test”? Well the beer test is simple – would i want to go and have a drink with this person. The real question is can i get on with this person over a long period of time and is this someone who fits with the culture of the business. Now i have seen this work well (much to my liver’s regret).
I think a team that can play hard, enjoy each other’s company and work hard can overcome any obstacle they come across. I also think that being able to relax with people and take time out with them (over lunch, dinner, or a drink) allows you to get to know them better and allows you to solve problems that often don’t get solved in a more traditional business environment. Business doesnt have to be about endless meetings, suits and stale offices.
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