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[VanHarrison]

I’ve been in hiring for over a decade, and I’ve seen how quickly a candidate’s résumé can hide real instability. The key is to look beyond the dates. A candidate with job stability doesn’t always mean long tenure—it means consistent growth, logical moves, and clear reasons for leaving.

In my experience, the first 50 words of my answer are: look for a pattern of increasing responsibility, tenure of at least 2–3 years per role, and short gaps that are explained by upskilling or relocation. If you see multiple jobs under 12 months, that’s a red flag unless it’s contract work.

I always use a structured interview question: “Describe a project you stayed with through a difficult phase.” Their answer reveals if they value commitment. Also, check references—previous managers often mention whether the person was a “flight risk.”

Here’s a quick table I use to benchmark stability based on my companyTenure per Role**	Stability Signal	Risk Level
3+ years	Strong commitment	Low
1–2 years	Typical growth	Medium
Under 1 year (multiple)	Job hopping	High
5+ years (no promotion)	Stagnation risk	Medium

I also look at industry norms. In tech, 2–3 years is common; in finance, 4–5 years is expected. Context matters. A candidate who left three jobs in three years but was in startups that folded shows resilience, not instability. The goal is to assess why they left, not just how long they stayed.

[AnastasiaLynn]

I always check social media and professional networks. If a candidate has a job history that’s all over the place, their LinkedIn profile usually shows it—frequent profile updates, vague descriptions, or gaps. I also look at mutual connections. People who know them often say “they’re always looking.” That’s a big hint. One quick trick: if they’ve had three jobs in the last 18 months, I ask them to walk me through their career timeline without looking at their résumé. If they