> So far the people who we've called have been ok with this process. I went through some of these. I had just come back from a 6 month trip and was effectively

> So far the people who we've called have been ok with this process. I went through some of these. I had just come back from a 6 month trip and was effectively 'unemployed'. I was fine with it then as well. No way that I would have/make that time currently being a full time employee. Just keep in mind you may be selecting for a particular type of candidate with this strategy.