Veronika’s 2024 job interview 🤣🤣

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[@HeinzGuderian_]

Any employer who gets scared about being asked questions is toxic.

[@scottevans2685]

Needless to say, most of them are toxic.

[@jeanaprewitt9658]

Any applicant who comes to an interview with this attitude will be going to a lot of interviews. These are scenarios the creator comes up with, not real life situations. She says what she WISH she could say, not what she'd actually say.

[@HeinzGuderian_]

@@jeanaprewitt9658 you just made the case why the applicant should ask questions. As I said, any employer who is scared of being questioned is toxic. Every interview I ever had the interviewer asked me if I had any questions, and then answered them. I've never been without employment for more than a few days at any time.

[@SD-hs2pk]

No just a red flag

[@HeinzGuderian_]

@@jeanaprewitt9658 Every interview I've been to I was asked if I had questions. I always asked several. The only interviewer that refused to answer was the one job I turned down.

[@HeatherAckroyd]

The mere fact that the interviewer is resistant to an applicant asking questions is already a huge red flag.

[@dcg590]

Well, the world does now owe her underwear and you are there to serve them and provide your service for money. They can find someone else if you’re just too good for them

[@michaelbennett7561]

Any decent manager would be thrilled to receive questions like this from a prospective employee.

[@rmorine6394]

I was thinking that as a supervisor I'd enjoy this level of engagement and opportunity for honesty.

[@VanityDivined]

Most of them aren’t decent. That’s why you can’t ask

[@jackshaftoe1715]

Horse manure. I'd never hire a prima dona/Law suit in waiting/I'm gonna interview you ? Interview the door on your way out.

[@claptree3217]

@@jackshaftoe1715 Ah, just looking for obedient wage slaves, got it.

[@kibblenbits]

@@jackshaftoe1715 With her attitude, you know she'd be a problem, and it would end up with her being fired down the line for insubordination. However, you'd have to waste all kind's of time, to do all the verbal's, and write up's, for the paper trail HR would need, if anyone was dumb enough to hire her. The interviewer should have stood up, the minute she said she had 15 question's and was going to interview the company, thanked her for her interest, and advised her the interview was over. That resume would go in the circular file, by the time the door closed behind her. Surprising how many people looking for employment have fooled themselves into believing that any company gives a rip about what they think, or want. Any generic undergrad degree obtained in the last 5 year's, is about the equivalent of someone completing junior high in the 60's.

[@NighDarke]

LOL I just came from a job interview about 45 minutes ago and I basically did exactly this. I was asking them about their culture, their management style, their turnover, you know making sure that place was someplace I wanted to work.

[@laurenmarieprescott]

If you can let us know how they responded, that would be helpful. I also plan on doing this more❤

[@1Yhadatmiseh]

Tell us more about their responses

[@jldenn]

When I conducted interviews, I always liked this part. It concerned me if the applicant had no questions

[@angelafrederick1061]

I left a job because of the culture it was not a good fit for me.

[@SlimThrull]

Every interview should be like this.

[@FastEddy396]

I’ve done this, more politely, in an interview and it’s what got me the job.

[@preppingmama]

More politely-yes!

[@frontrowatthefight2531]

What did you ask them?

[@FastEddy396]

@@frontrowatthefight2531 I had questions already in mind. You'd not want to declare that this interview is working both ways. Yes, we all need income. Remember, the interviewer is a person as well and their main goal is "can we work with this person". Be the person they want, not just need. I ask questions such as: Is this a new or existing position? Why is this position vacant? What became of the previous employee in this role? Describe the opportunities for training, certifications, advancement, or similar, please. How would you describe the workplace culture? How is disagreement normally remedied? Describe your ideal employee? Which tools are used to reward employees who go above and beyond? Play it by ear a bit but these are benign questions that provide you insight into the potential employer and such questions say more about you and that you think ahead. Retain a calm, friendly, and respectful tone and body language. Remember, you may be working with/for this person.

[@garlicgirl3149]

​@FastEddy396 I have asked similar questions. If I am being interviewed by more than one then I also watch the body language of all in the room. That speaks volumes too.

[@thadanzwiggler]

Here's what a current employee of mine asked when my group interviewed her (we were actually talking about how good the questions were after she left - she provided us a copy of them when she was brought on): 1. Recent studies have shown that when asked about why they left an employer, employees (when asked why they left a position) would say they did not leave the position - they left their manager/supervisor. What would your team say about your management style? 2. I pride myself on being a team player, and pitching in when team needs dictate. However, some employees do not feel the same. How do you address your team when problems or issues arise? 3. What is one issue that (a) your team is having difficulty with and (b) management is having difficulty facing in today’s workforce? 4. Why was I chosen to interview for this position? 5. Why is this position currently open? 6. Describe a time when you made a divisional/departmental decision, using incomplete information, that negatively affected your team. How did you handle it (if at all) and how did your team react to your decision? That last question actually sealed the position for her, because the other three folks in the panel interview ALL had different answers on shitty decisions management made, but could/would not admit to.

[@jainthorne4136]

I actually did this once and it was wonderful. They were quite startled and after we finished with my questions, I stood up, thanked them and told them that I was withdrawing my application. I'm pretty sure they did not see that one coming.

[@priscillamoore5736]

@jainthorne4136 ~ Hahahahahaha LOL I know someone who did the same thing!!

[@neothewon]

Looooool

[@chelwesch68]

I would hire her she's honest and prepared.

[@dixiecyrus8136]

Me2!

[@dixiecyrus8136]

Me 2!

[@pompommania]

No way. She's bad news.

[@CharlesEtibo-mz8zk]

Yes. She is sharp and intelligent.

[@AnimalMother60]

@@pompommaniaexactly. There’s a certain harmony that people need to bring to a team. Confrontational doesn’t look good and it begs the questions: “how frequently is she going to be arguing with coworkers and bring outside drama into the workplace.” We know she’s a team player, but this displays the absolute opposite. Unless you’re in high demand and work alone, this is going to weigh heavily against a person, even at a fantastic company.

[@alchobum]

I would be pleased to answer her questions. It does need to be a match for both employer and employee.

[@TheAyurvedic]

Good employers are amiable and see the value.

[@Robert08010]

You can certainly tell by the focus of her questions whether she would be a good fit for your org or not.

[@louistrain5397]

The problem is not that the candidate asked questions, it's that they pulled BS like "Let me know when you're ready for me to take over the questioning." Of course you can ask questions in a job interview, but to declare that you're taking over is pompous and unnecessary.

[@Robert08010]

@@louistrain5397 Agreed. It's been my experience that they like you to ask questions but I don't think you want to come off as dominating the conversation unless maybe its a sales position, then they might actually like that.

[@drumming975]

@@Robert08010 BS, employées usually don't want to answer many questions anyway. A couple nice easy questions like "when will you make a decision?" or a question asking about a process or product will be fine with them, but rarely anything seriously about the culture, environment, boss's style, or beyond. These are usually one way interviews for the most part. They should be both ways, because the employer is purchasing your service, and you are selling your's. But most employers see this as a one way street, just like working for them will be. No democracy in most work places.

[@BronzeDragon133]

I actually did this on my last interview (I've now worked at this company and for that supervisor for the last three years, both of us moving up the chain). Our hour-long interview ended up being a two-hour chat session discussing the company, where I would fit, my skills, their needs, and so on. By the end of that interview, we both knew we were a great fit for each other. Other companies that really demanded it be a one-way street were much less of a good fit.

[@ggmasterguiltygear6315]

The way her teeth clenched after veronica brought up Turnover, the manager knew she was cooked 😆.

[@jamesdelgado2009]

You got this all from a stick figure cartoon?

[@feoxorus]

If at one time you have to fight to get on somewhere, and then a few years later they're constantly looking to fill holes with new grads/new hires, you know it's time to put your walking shoes to work.

[@feoxorus]

@@jamesdelgado2009 I take it that you're the pacifist who just keeps his head down, does whatever he's told and never wonders why? Here's your figure - 🐑

[@srkh8966]

@@jamesdelgado2009It’s obvious

[@garystiefel6974]

What's turnaround percentage?

[@brentoutashape9141]

That's how it should be done, a dual interview. Many times during an interview, I knew right away that a company was not a good fit for me and went another direction. You need a job, and these companies need employees, but you don't have to work just any job. It goes both ways, you don't want a lousy employee and I don't want a lousy boss. Negotiate terms.

[@rockwellrhodes7703]

Prospective employees don't dictate company policies or tell potential bosses where to sit. Yes, if you don't like the answers, you can go look elsewhere, but, you don't get to restructure a business or it's policies you don't even have bottom-tier status in as prerequisite for your service. And most times, a prospective employee is dealing with older bosses, whom do not view "uptalk" (a common speech with younger people) as anything but condescending. This "Veronica" uses it a lot.

[@vanessashimoni6548]

Saying “Don’t call me I’ll call you” is definitely the way to go if you don’t want to be hired.

[@TheAyurvedic]

She’s spot on. The interview goes both ways and the employer is the one fitting the bill.

[@dearyvettetn4489]

After decades of work and three layoffs in all those years, I do my company research and always, always, always have prepared question when asked. Sometimes the interviewer will make it easy on me and say something that I need clarification on. Have pen and pad at the ready 📒🖌️ We need to stop kissing all these frogs 🐸

[@JLPCORR]

Interviewer to management "Well i did have somebody, but then they asked too many questions"

[@katherinewolfe]

That would mean the company isn't a good fit for her, so good riddance.

[@x0xTHLover4Lifex0x]

Red flag

[@HansBezemer]

It's not the questions. It's the attitude.

[@dema493]

Right On Veronica! Your right to interview the employer, I admire you Lady💛

[@rockwellrhodes7703]

There's a right way and wrong way to do that... THIS was the WRONG way.

[@joyebenezer2033]

Don't call me I'll call you😅

[@sathdk79]

If a company gets salty when you ask about benefits you don’t want to work there. It is the type of company whose HR department plays games.

[@marisahaines3594]

I remember the first time I used the phrase a decade ago. "This is as much an interview for you as for me. I need to make sure this is a good fit." And that's why i started my own business.

[@Joe-Guybee]

If you're good, you can interview the employer without them realizing it during the interview process. Many of her questions could've been asked during the regular interview.

[@cameronheron8551]

Yeah but some places really do want you to ask questions. Like the willingness to engage in a equal 2 sided convo is in itself an answer

[@rnptenafly]

Yeah, I wouldn’t have started with. “I have 15 questions” just start asking your questions and have a conversation.

[@cameronheron8551]

@@rnptenafly Oh 100% but these videos are cartoons. They are meant to be over exaggerator. The amount of sarcasm in each video would get you fired. But in an ideal world you wouldn't feel the need to be sarcastic every time you spoke with incompetent middle managment

[@camerons6466]

I love Veronica 😂

[@danielamaro4656]

Holy shit, this is EXACTLY the kind of prep I've been making for when my kid enters the workforce so he doesn't get steamrolled by a shitty company!

[@JLPCORR]

Veronica isn't getting the job is she?

[@nyotamwuaji6484]

Probably not

[@erinperez6083]

It sounds more like Veronica is about to choose not to work for them. She has more power than the company and companies need to shape up if they want quality workers like Veronica. Loyalty is earned.

[@akontilis1792]

I'm curious as to the type of role that would hire her.

[@josephmanno4514]

@@erinperez6083 No, it sounds more like she's not getting the job. This is fantasy. Enjoy it ... but that's not the way it works.

[@alexoblivion9295]

They've fired her 6 times, but she keeps showing up

[@misterpsych3804]

I absolutely LOVE the way Veronika is able to turn the tables with simple logic!

[@davidpope3943]

I took this attitude on a management training course ~ which I was sent on AFTER I’d been in the management position for about a year and excellent performance reviews. Timing. The art of good comedy. The guys running the course said to me that, ‘You won’t get many jobs taking that attitude.’ To which I replied, ‘Seems to have worked out fine so far. Once you’re past all the ‘interview technique’ bullshit, they know exactly who I am and I know exactly who they are and if I actually want to work for them.’ In the ‘mock interview’ role play, I told the guy being interviewed ~ one of the guys running the course ~ that I’d never employ him because he was just using interview technique word salad. He wasn’t especially happy, but the other guys and girls on the course found it highly entertaining.

[@Larrysbride]

I always do this, tired of wasting time in companies that do not appreciate hard work and loyalty...

[@user-wu5gg6wq5w]

Veronica's so spot on ,she's a strong willed woman that stans her ground and stands up for herself, employers think it's a privilege to work for them. The reality is with out you they are NOTHING ! Employers NEED TO SHOW RESPECT TO GET RESPECT. They always want MORE,MORE ,MORE . So the big wheels can live a lavish lifestyle and the one's that got them there are USED !!!!!!!

[@DrewS1890]

You’re always allowed to ask those questions. You should also make sure to always do it. It’s not a negative thing. It also means they’re aware. Maybe with less attitude than Veronica. But yeah.

[@DM-id3yw]

Hey. Let's not use the word attitude, maybe the word assertiveness.

[@michael54]

​​@@DM-id3yw No, it's attitude, definitely negative. The interviewer literally asked her if she had any questions. She gave a lecture instead of just asking the questions, and then made some weird power play at the end. The door was completely open, and she kicked it down anyway

[@aliannarodriguez1581]

You are definitely allowed (even expected) to ask questions, but most of the interview advice I’ve ever seen seems to suggest you ask questions about the type of work that lets the employer know you’ve done your research on the company. Benefits type questions (which of course you would like to know early) don’t get asked at that stage -according to what I’ve read.

[@DM-id3yw]

@@aliannarodriguez1581 something society has always frowned upon. We should be different and shake things up

[@deniseturner3892]

There is no attitude at all there Vernoica is just firm in what she wants and expects from her future employer, but some empoyers can't handle good honest employees.

[@jamesbarnaby8095]

The interview is your chance to negotiate for yourself. You can’t negotiate if you don’t know what the situation you are coming into looks like. Both sides gets a chance to ask and answer questions. Should the company be so full of themselves that they are afraid of the employee knowing what is expected as well as what they can expect, they likely are not a company worthy to employ you

[@pawelhyzopski6456]

It will be lied either way. Culture and ppl you will only know once working with them. But a taste you can have by knowing what products they do sell. Look at customers. A lot can be told. It is not always easy, and many sectors i know nothing about, so im in the dark. Not always prices are visible either. Anyho. If the job worth the hassle of wasting so much time, better be good.

[@christianibe3988]

"Let me know when you're ready for me to take over the questioning"

[@user-ym7bz9rz5y]

That line shows leadership, professionalism, preparedness, planning, diplomacy, and confidence.

[@ashleyc7251]

Hilarious! Nice to see the voice artist credited!

[@cita_m]

I'm usually critical of Veronica, but this makes a lot of sense. Good for her

[@Jeromey0517]

They don’t like it not being a one sided expectation.

[@anthonytippett5997]

She has a good point and asked some good questions

[@anonymoose116]

Yeah, and then they lie and lie and lie some more. At this point I'm just like "if you want someone who will come in, get the job done, and do it efficiently and accurately, I'm your girl. If you want someone that's gonna come in and play games with yall, don't waste my time and yours." So fed up with corporate culture.

[@SVTBansheeman]

That's the questions I ask. There's no issue getting them answered when I ask.

[@michellelisa1fun]

Look... We been fooled and taken advantage of one too many times... 😂

[@notsomagic7359]

Vero is my hero! 😂😂😂😂 Real Queen behaviour!

[@HansBezemer]

I have no need for queens.

[@GhostWhisperer.]

Veronika helps make my job bareable ❤

[@taurahelms3068]

Veronica is bold 😮😂😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@LadyNStreet]

💯

[@nomanoma3743]

Too ahead of its time😂

[@1Yhadatmiseh]

I wanna see the rest of the video 😂

[@littlemissy3936]

I believe that interviews should be just like this.

[@misscuronda1665]

I KNOOOOOW that's right Veronica!😂Get the details.

[@angelafrederick1061]

Makes perfect sene to interview the employer 👏 👏 👏

[@evelyncarrion9120]

It’s true is not always about the interviewee but interviewer as well. Two way street, you could be walking into a TOXIC working environment.

[@imdurmac1]

Seriously, I do the same thing because my time is valuable too and no one wants to waste their time, if that makes sense.

[@CPT_Pepper]

😂😂Yes!! You're interviewing the COMPANY as well to make sure it's the right cultural fit. I ALWAYS ask 4 to 8 questions about the organization and the role.

[@sq7238]

While she was stalling about the NUMBER of questions, that lady could’ve tackled AT LEAST 5 of them, plus a couple follow ups. The fact that she’s in such disbelief at someone wanting to make sure the company is also a good place to work as much as she wants to pick the right fit goes to show she doesn’t think of employees (and perhaps herself) as people but as mere assets that serve the company or not.

[@feoxorus]

That's why they did away with calling it the "Personnel" office and changed to "Human Resources". People are something disposable to them and want you to know that from the get-go.

[@florencepierce1864]

🙄🤔 What Management *SAYS* vs What They *MEAN:* They *Say:* So do you have any questions? They *Mean:* Just tell us, *"NO,"* then tell us "You've *COVERED EVERYTHING!"* 😂

[@splendorneko2788]

Veronica my superhero

[@nahtally.b9139]

It's the laugh at the end for me!!😂😂

[@kassidythornton2072]

OMG!!! I'M loving this!!! And yes people always have some questions

[@LeeHawkinsPhoto]

I would not even wait to ask questions…I also wouldn’t tell them anything like this…I would just start asking questions and take control. And before I’d even get to this interview, I’d already have a solid answer on what the job pays. I’m not even bothering to show up for an interview if the job doesn’t pay enough and they won’t tell me.

[@markelmore66]

I remember a guy named Jack Torrence who interviewed for a position to be the Caretaker of a big hotel over the winter. The interview went well and he got the job. Long story short, he went bonkers and tried to kill his wife and son with an axe. The wife and son got away, but there was this poor chef who stopped by to check on them and got an axe to the chest. Moral of the story: make sure the job is a good fit for you before you take it…

[@KG-VanityInKnickers]

Hahaha... Far cry from the book but overall a good movie.

[@laurindrsn]

Ha

[@wmobberley4416]

Veronica is not the only shining example then...

[@dochoskinsjr9807]

Ha! Get'em Veronica!

[@feoxorus]

When your prospective company's HR director has a locked door policy, there's a problem and you should move on. Real story.

[@stefanrusek2322]

I've interviewed hundreds of software developers and I always dedicate at least 1/4 of the interview for the candidate to interview me. This 100% makes sense for both parties.

[@SocialRebels]

100% - as a manager I love this! ❤

[@memi5795]

Veronica is forever going to be hopping from job to job. She is over the workplace and I don't blame her.😂#savage

[@heathermaravola2901]

"Does that make sense" makes my eye twitch

[@n.d.2429]

I love this channel❤ and I love the "If that makes sense"😂

[@es8117]

Yep, this is me.

[@chrisbarbz9238]

Damn straight V. Job hunting is about finding the company's fit for you as much it is theirs.

[@priscillamoore5736]

I know somebody who did this at her job interviews, and she was surprised at how frequently it threw the "interviewer" for a loop.

[@gabyfields3235]

I guess Veronika can kiss of THAT job, lol

[@Bondockable]

I love when people have questions, it opens up the dialog and covers anything that could have been missed or not explained in the job posting.

[@designbydavid]

15 Questions LOL

[@realtoontribeanimation]

These are just the minimum questions for her

[@designbydavid]

@@realtoontribeanimation Veronika is a hero, lol. Love her NYC latina voice too.

[@StephieGsrEvolution]

Maybe just ask the questions instead of warning there are 15 😅

[@1Yhadatmiseh]

@@realtoontribeanimationtell us what happened next? rest of questions ??

[@CreativeSelfTherapy]

Love your channel! Can you put all Veronika’s videos in a playlist, so we can just scroll and watch back to back, please? Thanks 😊

[@joe-nf7cf]

If a place is always hiring, and they're not expanding, it means that they are always firing, or people are always fleeing.

[@nnepaulrd]

"... dont call me, l'll call you..."😂😂

[@tedwolf1716]

I've been asking questions like this for about 20 years. I've never had a person question it.

[@TruSpirit555]

That’s right, flipmode on them….fair exchange 😂

[@jemeljordan-butler4510]

The “don’t call me, I’ll call you.” is probably what would keep her from getting the job. LoL

[@Moosetick2002]

Employers are usually in control in these situations and don't like a power balance. I was once offered a job and I turned it down due to lower than expected pay and benefits. They then started to berate me for wasting their time. They were in disbelief that someone could receive a job offer and not automatically be grateful and take whatever is offered. I'm glad I passed on that one.

[@talishaperry7380]

When the company's hype doesn't amount up to much, this is the best way to end the possibility of getting hired. I love the questions. They're all valid. I'm here for it. 😊

[@lindam9618]

Always ask for the benefits package - a summary will do as long as the plan choices and employee contributions are spelled out clearly.

[@davidszmagalski4233]

Veronika has a LOT of experience since she’s had 12 jobs in the last three years. She quit or was separated for various reasons. The employer made unreasonable demands, the employer misrepresented the job, the working conditions were toxic, her supervisor didn’t challenge her enough, customers were rude, she was not given special accomodation for her pets, employees were not interested in collective bargaining or union representation, her assigned parking space was too far from her work area, the company would not recognize her “time blindness” and work with her, there were no vegans, dog lovers, cat lovers, bicyclists, recyclers, or joggers, and worst of all, Veronika was more qualified to have her supervisor’s job in almost every case.

[@MarieFara]

"Don't call me, I'll call you" 😂😂😂

[@L3x4Pr0ne]

All of these questions she mentioned are very straightforward, at least for most large, well-established companies. I’d absolutely expect this from most folks I interview with and, in fact, welcome them. Shows they care more about just having work and know their worth.

[@SS-kc1wq]

I love this ❤❤❤😂😂😂😂

[@veronicacampbell1540]

These are good questions 😂

[@ZoieZombie_Lily]

I’m glad I’m not the only one who have a list of questions to ask 😂😂😂😂 and wanna know if the company are good for me as well😂😂😂

[@noeeon9910]

You have the voice of the woman who wouldnt get out of the cab and was like, sir, you are not to yell at me.

[@avantilicious]

Their feet tho!😂😂😂

[@veronicathurman3557]

She is a mess! 😂❤

[@je9833]

Veronica just needs to set up her own temp agency at this point 😂

[@dothejive]

I used to always say at my interviews, as much as your interviewing me im interviewing you to make sure this is a good fit for ME!

[@TheSafetySmith]

This was me in the construction industry 28-years ago. "Please, tell me why I should come and work with you?" The result was I started my own company and a R&D Corp for safety products used in the military and civilian construction, police, and safety. My other company was and remains, "TheSafetySmith".

[@myaiumba]

She cracks me up. Raw and real.

[@glucid4222]

Here are some questions that deserve airing: 1. If this isn't a new role, how did the last person employed in this role end up leaving it? 2. What is your staff yearly turnover rate? Given that it normally takes two-and-a-half times someones monthly pay worth to replace them, through additional training required, loss of productivity during the training phase, loss of staff morale, etc..., and what are the steps your business is taking to reduce that rate? 3. How do you convince your employees that they're not just a number, or an expense to your business? 4. Does you business have an actual business plan or vision? How much are your employees invested in this plan or vision? Given that your employees' salary will never match the true value of their time, how do you reward them instead to feel like they're valued enough by your business, and vital to its plan or vision? 5. Does your business have an active program to enhance and diversify through training its employees' professional progression so that they can in turn take your business to its full potential? 6. How does your business attract new employees who already have the professional experience and expertise to take your business to its full potential? 7. Is your business plan or vision inclusive and enterprising enough to convince its employees that their loyalty to it is not misplaced or abused, even if they're offered later on better pay rates with other businesses? 8. Are you confident enough that you business plan or vision makes it an industry or market leader? Do your employees share that confidence? 9. Are your employment practices worthy of setting new job market benchmarks?

[@oweber2160]

😂😂😂😂😂😂❤ V is always letting them have it

[@camerons6466]

Diabolical 😂

[@fataturchina5289]

That's a great Veronika!!!!

[@richb1576]

A lot of what she wants to know can be found publicly. The rest could be asked during the interview. I take interviews as a back and forth. Don’t just sit there answering questions. Ask questions along the way and make the interview into more if a back and forth. At the end ask the 3-4 questions you did not get answered,always leave on a positive and don’t forget that thank you email. During my last interview I said I was interviewing them as much as they were interviewing me. They want to make sure I’m a good fit and so do I. Been there 7 months so far and all is going great

[@ColeTurner-sr8mc]

I was 21 and a driller on a rig in West Texas. A man that had started his own oil company was impressed with my work ethic and positive attitude. 6 months later he flew me to his office in Ft. Worth to offer me a job as a drilling superintendent for his company for $18,000/yr I stood up, shaked his hand and said, "I can't thank you enough that you would even CONSIDER me for the position. But to be honest sir, I have to turn down the opportunity as I make $24,000 now and my wants and desires went out of the window the moment I held my first born. My life isn't about me." I got a call the next day saying that I had the job for $24,000.

[@fatboydiesel8270]

This is good for vetting your employers. However, just know that *many* interviewers will trash you in their reports so the company doesn't hire you. I hate saying this since it's not always like this, but in this situation it really is about how you present your questions. You can be upfront while maintaining enough discretion to prevent the interviewer from thinking they're being grilled.

[@maggieb4736]

Agree. Nothing wrong with asking questions but *how* you ask them matters.

[@macmcleod1188]

I understand that that's your experience but in my experience, we interviewed 17 candidates to try and fill a senior position. Two of them rejected our offers. It took close to 60 hours out of my schedule. As a manager you want a win and to have a successful higher. You don't want to spend your precious time interviewing people. And you could be looking at between 1 hour for the first call to 4 hours for the total process for the few that make it to the end. And in the end the corporation bone to the heck out of the guy we hired. He was hired because he had skill set a and 3 weeks after being hired they assigned him to skillset b. Skill set B wasn't a desirable on the market while skill set A was in high demand. It was a waste of our time and it was a waste of his time.

[@goldengryphon]

@@macmcleod1188 I hate to be That Guy but - hire > higher in this case. Yeah, companies that don't value their people can be a pain to work with and for. They try to wedge square pegs into round holes, when the square peg fits perfectly into a square hole that exists and the round hole is brand new and not a great thing. You know they will do that with whatever people they have who are trying to do the best job possible, but ... I'm sorry you work someplace like that. It's hard. Same situation happened at my SO's job. They hired a manager who was very skilled at doing certain things and getting his people enthusiastic about it. He was great for the month it took for the company to try to change his focus from what he was great at to something that was the personal project of one of the Front Office folks. He was there about 2 months, total, trying to work things out, before they had to start looking for another department manager because, even when warned, the company stepped forward with the "new" job. Over 6 months to finally get a department manager in to manage, just because some people can't keep job separations straight in their heads. Hire someone to do the job you want them to do, not the weird imaginary thing that's NOT what you're hiring for.

[@mariee_e]

letting the awkward silences roll has me 💀 and veronica’s >:D face

[@MrARhodes]

1:57 - "We can get started whenever you're ready." 😅⚰

[@monicabrown712]

I definitely ask questions to interview the company and management. 😂