Job hunting can be a complex process, often involving multiple applications to different companies. The question arises: should you inform a potential employer that you are also applying elsewhere? Swiss recruitment specialist Robert Walters offers insights on how to handle this situation in three common scenarios.
When the potential employer asks
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