Raising Cane CEO Todd Graves is wary of hiring corporate employees who frequently change jobs every two or three years.
‘I question it, because it’s like, ‘Are you in this just for yourself?’ said the 52-year-old billionaire CNBC does it.
Graves believes that frequent job changes may indicate a focus on personal advancement rather than team goals.
He adds that these candidates often tend to use language they think will impress hiring managers rather than providing honest answers, something he detects by looking for inconsistencies in multiple rounds of interviews.
“When they’re more interested in title and control than teamwork, that’s a big red flag for me,” Graves said.
Raising Cane CEO and co-founder Todd Graves, a 52-year-old billionaire, is wary of hiring corporate employees who frequently change jobs every two or three years.
‘I question it, because it’s like, ‘Are you in this just for yourself?’ graves said
Graves prefers passionate candidates who are intrinsically motivated and care about the team. He believes that those who focus on personal advancement or “title pursuit” are less likely to succeed at Raising Cane’s.
“That’s up to our cashiers and cooks at our restaurants,” Graves says.
Job hopping has become more common in recent years, especially in tight labor markets. While some career experts argue that a history of job hopping isn’t necessarily detrimental, excessive job hopping can still raise concerns for hiring managers.
Many hiring managers share Graves’ concerns. A LinkedIn survey found that more than a third of hiring managers are hesitant to hire candidates with a history of frequent job changes.
“Hiring managers might be thinking, ‘If you were only there for nine months, maybe you’re only going to be here for nine months,'” LinkedIn career expert Drew McCaskill told CNBC in August.
Career experts generally advise against proactively talking about past jobs unless the interviewer requests it, CNBC reports.
The summary section of a resume or LinkedIn profile is a good place to highlight professional experiences.
When asked about their work history, Graves said candidates should focus on future contributions and the value they can bring to the new position.
While some career experts argue that a history of job hopping isn’t necessarily detrimental, excessive job hopping can still raise concerns for hiring managers.
He added that discussing skills and experiences gained in previous jobs can help demonstrate your suitability for the current position.
Lastly, Graves said to avoid making excuses or apologizing for your past career choices. Focus on the positive aspects of your professional history and how they will benefit your future.
“Don’t apologize for it,” he said.