T2 · Trunk
Writing the job
A job posting is a contract with future-you. Get the must-haves separated from the nice-to-haves before you go to market.
Key takeaways
- Required vs. preferred is a legal distinction, not a stylistic one
- Inclusive language widens the candidate pool measurably
- Salary disclosure is required in a growing list of states
- The posting drives the rubric, which drives the interview
Most hiring problems are written down before the first candidate applies. A vague posting attracts a vague pile of applications; a precise one filters before you ever read a resume.
The Trunk version of this chapter focuses on three moves: separate required from preferred, write inclusively, and price the role.