HOW IT WORKS:

1. Read the letter below asking for advice about work.
2. Click on a dollar sign to give your advice.
3. View the voting results in this box. Repeat.

Dear Anyone,

I run my own business, and I lease a small office. Recently, I’ve grown to the point where I’ve decided to hire a receptionist / office assistant. I’ve interviewed a few candidates so far (all female — no men have applied), and they can be lumped into two general camps: (1) older and more experienced, but not particularly well put together, and (2) younger and very green, but very well put together and attractive. I work in the building supply field, and many of the offices I go to seem to have young attractive female receptionists. Being a very small business, I need to entrust a lot of duties to my employee, including some bookkeeping, and I just don’t know if a young employee can handle it. Younger applicants are also cheaper, but maybe you get what you pay for. On the other hand, an attractive receptionist might be a boon for business. Any thoughts out there?

Call me “Boss” in Washington State

WHAT'S YOUR ADVICE?

	A:	You’re describing the extremes. There must be a moderately experienced, moderately attractive person you can hire.
	B:	Go with experience. If you want someone who can run the office without having to be babysat, you’d better go with older and wiser.
	C:	A little hottie at reception will bring in business. That’s worth a few rookie mistakes around the office.
	D:	Anyone who votes for answer C is a pig.

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