My younger brother was denied a job after the interview, even though he had more experience than the other candidates. Two days later, I called the company’s HR manager because I knew someone who worked there. HR Manager: “Your brother did well in the interview. But we decided to go with someone else.” Me: “Can I ask why?” HR Manager: “The other candidate was a better fit for the company.” Me: “What does that mean exactly?” HR Manager: “He communicated better and seemed more confident.” Me: “But my brother has five years of experience in that position.” HR Manager: “Experience isn’t everything.” Me: “So you hired someone with less experience?” HR Manager: “Yes. We believe he has more potential.” I thanked her and ended the call. That evening, I visited my brother…………. He was sitting outside our mother’s house, staring at his phone. Me: “Did they tell you why they rejected you?” Brother: “They said I wasn’t the right fit.” Me: “Are you okay?” Brother: “I’m fine.” But he wasn’t. He had been unemployed for seven months. I asked him what he planned to do next. He said, “I’ll keep applying.” Then he asked me something I wasn’t expecting. “Can you lend me ₦500,000? I want to start selling something while I continue looking for work.” I gave him the money. Three months later, his small business was making enough for him to pay his bills. He was no longer asking anyone for money, and he had even started saving. Then, one afternoon, the same HR manager called me…………..