_™~ * 4 : é ~ eaten ¢ : y 1 x wt a . 1 N 4 —,— ta ee < " 2 1 « PA . : s o -_ wl Lams # 7 i ors re ae ” ot eo 32 - Sunday, March 17, 1991 - North Shore News HIGH PROFILES Larry Ranger goes that extra mile for clients of Robert Half & Accountemps {T'S AN employee's woarst nightmare. the fear that the leg- endary Bob is about to steal your job. By Surj Rattan News Reporter —_— The employee calls in sick, fak- ing a cold, and tells his boss he won't be able to come into work. “No problem,”* says the boss, “take the day off. In fact, take the whole week off.’* The buss and Bob have got things under control. **Bob?) Who's employee asks. Bob's the guy supplied to the company by Robert Half and Ac- countemps. He’s great, says the boss. He took off his coat and got right to work, “Where's he working?’’ asks the employee. “Ar your desk,’* replies the boss. ‘‘Really knows his stuff, too." “Gee, | think this thing is start- ing to clear up. | can be in by abour noon, what do you say?" asks the employee. “No, you still sound pretty sick to me,** replies the boss. ‘‘Don't worry, Bob and | are doing just fine."” Larry Ranger chuckles as he repeats the humorous radio spot for a couple of visitors in his downtown Vancouver office. The extremely effective com- mercial, one of several airing on local radio airwaves, is for Robert Half and Accountemps, one of the world’s leading personnel recruiting firms. Started in New York in 1948 by Robert Half, the company has a network of over 135 offices in North America and Britain. Ranger is the president of the B.C. division, Robert Half of Vancouver Lid. The North Vancouver resident is an expert on giving advice to those looking for work in the business world, especially in the accounting field. An accountant himself, Ranger also knows what employers are not allowed to ask peiential employees during job in- Bob?"" the Our technicians have teen in the auto glass business for 25 years Treas. All work 407 Mountain Hyey, NV ; . YOUR CARIS IN GOOD HANDS... guaranteed NORTH SHORE AUTO GLASS Onision of Facda Glass Ltd, Lerviews, He yives one of his visitors a sideways glace when the question of his age is raised. “You know that’s an illegal question,” he replies. “And | should know.”* Business clients who need cither temporary or permanent help in their offices. call Robert Half. Ranger's company, in turn, will assess the client’s needs and try to match them up with the right per- son. However, if you're looking for work and you go to Ranger, you'd better be prepared to level with him about your work experi- ence, or Jack of it. “We wouldn't necessarily give them tests, bur the people who work for me all have a specialty. If someone came in and told me they were a Lotus expert, | hope they are because ] would find our in 30 seconds if they were.’ Ranger says. ‘Basically what they get is an Gral test. In terms of ac- counting, if they said they were a cost accountant, between myself and my senior consultants, we have an extensive accounting background and we could get into some costing questions. “If you start to get the wrong answers, then you know their ex- perience is limited.”” Based on a recent survey his company conducted of its clients, Ranger says the job market looks good for people with the right ex- Perienice. “Our clients are reporting an excellent market for people with the right experience and specialization,’’ says Ranger. “Our research shows that, even with the softening of the Cana- dian economy, certain specialties will remain in high demand.”’ The phone suddenly rings and Ranger’s secretary tells him there is someone on the line for him and should she take a message. He says he’ll take the call, excuses himself and leaves the room. Several minutes later he returns, sits down, looks at his visitors and says: ‘‘That’s the number one rule ! have around here. The client always comes first."” COME IN FOR A WINDSHIELD AND RECEIVE OUR SPRING CLEAN SPECIAL “VIP INTERIOR/ EXTERIOR CLEAN” at no extra charge ICBC claims welcome LARRY RANGER, president of Robert Half of Vancouver Ltd., look out at the bustling business world of downtown Vancouver. manpower help, many turn to Ranger's company. $ DAY ONLY SALE 40-60% OFF At this sale, we are introducing our new silk and wool jersey separates. ic a.m. =- 6 p.m. 2263 Granville at 6th NEWS photo Paul McGrath takes time out from a busy day to When downtown businesses need JAPANESE LANGUAGE Courses Canadian International College Stuby IN A JAPANESE ENVIRONMENT « Communicative Approach * Japanese Language Partners (resident Japanese students) © Pronunciation Coaching ¢ Smail Classes * Courses Begin — September, January, April New Spring Program: Japanese for Youth ang Children 2420 Doilarton Highway North Vancouver V7H 2¥1 Tel: 929-1544 (Fax: 929-2074)