6 RED FLAGS IN A JOB INTERVIEW YOU SHOULDN'T IGNORE - SIGNS OF A BAD EMPLOYER
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- Опубликовано: 10 июл 2024
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Navigating the interview process can be a daunting task, especially when you start to see red flags that could impact your career path. In this video, I'm shedding light on the 6 most important and significant warning signs you should watch out for during the job interview process.
Taking a new job without fully understanding the company culture and working conditions could lead you to yet another toxic work environment. That's why it's crucial to approach each interview with caution and remember that you're evaluating the company just as much as they're evaluating you.
I would love to know what red flags you've seen before in a job interview before. Tell me in the comments below! 👇
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00:00 - Intro
01:07 - Being aware of red flags during the job interview
01:57 - Red Flag 1: Poor attitude and behavior
03:22 - Red Flag 2: High employee turnover
04:34 - Red Flag 3: Discriminatory questioning
05:41 - Red Flag 4: An unpaid test project
07:25 - Red Flag 5: Poor reputation
09:00 - Red Flag 6: Bad match
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Recently graduated and applied to my first job with an interview right after I applied. It was a phone screening interview. The interviewer only asked me 3 questions about my resume, career goal, and how long do I think I would last in this position. When I was giving them my answer to the last question, they interrupted me saying they had to cut my interview short because they have their last interview for that day after me and had to get ready for that interview. The interview lasted for 19 mins. It felt like they were trying to get their last interview done and over with so they can go home. They told me they would call me sometime during the weekend and never heard back. So, I ended up learning my lesson from this interview and move on applying for other jobs.
Perfect timing, Heather.
I was feeling down about getting to the final stage twice in a month and not being hired by either company. I see now that one wouldn't have been a good fit and the other company just wasn't at the right stage in its life that I'd feel stable.
Thank you for this, gave me a boost and re-energized me to keep looking.
Hi! So glad this video came at the perfect time for you. I'm sorry to hear you ran into these red flags. Don't let it hold you down. Keep moving forward. The right position will come up. Thanks for watching.
Awesome info! Also, a great question to ask the recruiter to determine a red flag is "What does the onboarding process look like for this role?" It's a good question to determine how much support you're going to get when you start.
My previous employer was SUPER warm and inviting on the first interview. The second interview was only slightly less warm but still very positive. Since most interviews are panel interviews and often use the outdated STAR method and the coaching to the panelist is usually to have ZERO emotions other than a basic polite manner, its often hard to get an idea if its going well based on their reactions or comments. When I took my previous role, I was MISERABLE!! It was a very negative environment and was NOT a good fit for ME (others may think differently, but it wasn't a good fit at all for me) and yes, there were some red flags but I didn't see them as a red flag at the time. Interestingly enough, it was the super warm interview. Very misleading and somewhat of a Trojan horse that proved to be very negative for me. Thankfully, my new role is amazing and I'm very happy now.
Before you even interview, how difficult was it to even schedule it? If the company is making something simple like that complicated, imagine how fun negotiating your salary or putting in vacation will be.
When you arrive to the job site, check out what kind of cars are there. Are they mostly clunkers, but nice ones are parked where it says "reserved for management"? That's a sign that unless you're one of the boys, you will be underpaid. I also check to see how well-kept the lawn is as well.
When you enter the building, inspect the bathroom. I once u-turned and skipped an interview strictly because of a disgusting bathroom that didn't have a log sheet on when it was last cleaned.
Prof Austin, if a company is disorganised during the interview process is that a red flag? i.e. rescheduling interviews several times within the same week, recruiter saying the company has turned over greatly within last 6 months bc they value “new perspectives,” changing hybrid work to 5 days in office?
I want to be careful to not disrespect an interviewer or the company or business.
I completely agree Marcus! It's important to avoid disrespecting the interviewer or the company during an interview. Asking smart questions a long the way can be helpful. Thanks for watching.
In a employer market like India, we can't ask such questions with the interviewer! There are 100s and even 1000s waiting outside, how is it possible to ask questions? If candidates ask such questions, most probably he or she will be rejected!
I want to leave my job after working for the company for 27 years. I just let some know I need something different. Is this the wrong answer .
Hi Peaches! Not necessarily. It's completely understandable to want a change after spending a significant amount of time at one company. However, it's important to approach the situation thoughtfully and professionally. Have you thought about what you want to do next? Do you have a plan in place for your next steps? It might be helpful to have a conversation with your supervisor or HR representative to discuss your goals and explore potential opportunities within the company that align with your interests. If you do decide to move on, make sure you leave on good terms and provide ample notice to allow for a smooth transition. I hope this helps!
@ProfessorHeatherAustin thank you this helps out a lot the company doesn't want to show any one respect and I been putting applications in on line the jobs that people love going to I just want out of the retail I learned all I needed to with this company been every place in the store even on remodels to other stores they want to much from everyone
Professor Austin, with all due respect, I hate to criticize you but I would be careful asking an interviewer about employee turnover. In terms of employee turnover, I think an appropriate question to ask would be: "How many employees are on your staff?" or maybe "Are you low/short of staff?" I don't think it would be a good idea to ask "Why this specific position has become available?" If I was in an interviewer's shoes, I would think, "Sir, you shouldn't have applied for this job if you are not interested in it." Please think about this, recruiters go out of their way to give us job opportunities that they do not have to.
Hi Marcus! It's great to see you again. Thank you for your feedback. I understand your perspective and agree that it's important to be respectful and tactful in the questions we ask during an interview. However, asking about employee turnover can provide insight into the company's culture and overall employee satisfaction. I suggest phrasing the question in a way that shows your genuine interest in the company and its employees, such as "What do you think makes employees stay with the company long-term?" or "What opportunities for growth and development are available to employees?" Ultimately, the goal is to gather as much information as possible to make an informed decision about whether the company and position are a good fit for you. Let me know if you have any other clarifying thoughts or questions. :)
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin, those are good questions. Those are appropriate to ask an employer. Thanks again.
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin, I was in an interview this morning for a Transportation assistant position. This was a three-person interview that I attended. I asked how many other applicants applied to the same position I applied to? How large is your staff? These interviewers reluctantly omitted that question. I am guessing that I wasn't given a response because this industry wants to maintain its security protocol like when they screen applicants. But I was told that this industry I applied to is filling 6 positions. So, that at least let's me know that this organization is short of staff and they are experiencing employee turnovers. Is what I am saying here makes sense?
If jobs are going to ask us why we job hop, then it's fair for us to ask why the turnover rate is high. If you can't handle the tough questions like that, don't be a recruiter or hiring manager.
@@jackcarraway4707, I understand what you are saying having experienced job hopping myself. I'm saying make sure you ask about employee turnover respectfully. There was a question I asked during this interview that these recruiters refused to answer. So, that's why we have to be mindful of the questions we ask during any interview.
EVERY company got these red flags. No one wants to pay, unless you have a magnificent last name.
106 thumb ups vs 1.5K views (< 1%)? Is the video THAT bad?
Not nice!
The problem is that, in interviews, most of the people are great at putting on act and making it seem like they have an amazing culture when they really don't. And people are really good actors when it comes to this. 😮🫠 I'd say another warning sign is if the interview process is rushed. I learned that from my previous role. If you're getting requests to interview every 2 to 3 days then the process isn't being manages correctly and they are scrambling.
I agree with the assessment piece on some aspects.. if it's labor and time intensive and they don't compensate you for your time, that is a red flag because they expect you'll drop everything to work on it. That's not fair especially if you're a working professional but sometimes there is no way out of it. I've never had someone get free work from me lol. It's always been hypothetical. I found out after working somewhere that assessments were paid but for my position they decided not to pay candidates. Completely unfair.
Hi Nadia! You're absolutely correct. It can definitely be difficult to gauge a company's culture during the interview process. Rushed interview processes can be a red flag and may indicate that the company is disorganized or not taking the hiring process seriously. As for assessments, it's important to be wary of companies that expect candidates to complete them without compensation. It's not fair to expect candidates to work for free and it's a sign that the company may not value their time and expertise. Thanks for watching!