Quiet American, Arrogant American
A stuffing firm in Illinois posted an ad for a tech writer - with a twist that made some people wince.
Among other requirements, it was suggested that 'arrogant Americans' will not work well in this role. (Besides, a potential candidate should be respectful and understand Chinese culture - a definite edge for me!).
An official said: "I think a jury could reasonably conclude that there's already a predisposition [by the firm] that Americans are arrogant," she said. "That's like saying ditzy blondes need not apply."
Here's one way looking at it. Another is - perhaps an arrogant American would indeed not thrive in this position. On the other hand, a respectful American would. : ) Likewise, who wants ditzy blondes? Sexy and professional ones should be welcome though. A blonde with a level-headed self-respect should not get offended I guess, because it is not reasonable to associate oneself with all the people who share one (or two, if she's a US blonde) traits - but are different in all other respects, incl. job qualifications.
Now, where do I apply, there was no contact info in that ad... Even though I am not a blond.
Among other requirements, it was suggested that 'arrogant Americans' will not work well in this role. (Besides, a potential candidate should be respectful and understand Chinese culture - a definite edge for me!).
An official said: "I think a jury could reasonably conclude that there's already a predisposition [by the firm] that Americans are arrogant," she said. "That's like saying ditzy blondes need not apply."
Here's one way looking at it. Another is - perhaps an arrogant American would indeed not thrive in this position. On the other hand, a respectful American would. : ) Likewise, who wants ditzy blondes? Sexy and professional ones should be welcome though. A blonde with a level-headed self-respect should not get offended I guess, because it is not reasonable to associate oneself with all the people who share one (or two, if she's a US blonde) traits - but are different in all other respects, incl. job qualifications.
Now, where do I apply, there was no contact info in that ad... Even though I am not a blond.