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I worked in HR for a weird company a few years back. One department required people to come in that the time slot they gave me. They refused to interview anyone outside of this one hour. I had to call the applicants and attempt to get someone scheduled for the next day at this one time. If the applicants couldn't interview at that time, then I was told to go on to the next person. Guess how many people were interviewed under this policy. ZERO.
Guess how high employee turn over was in that department. Let's just say there were always empty desks and the department was never full. The department head was a complete ass. On a good day he was a jerk. I had so many complaints about him, it wasn't funny. And I couldn't do anything about it because he was a VP.
Note to any potential employers reading this... do not inconvenience the OP. You won't get a call back.
I've been some wise financial decisions so I can afford being picky. I've used this down to get a license helpful for my industry and took a really helpful seminar regarding building communication skills and some other things. The licensing class was 8 days long and the seminar was 4. I'll be able to get a different type of certification once I do some more studying in a month or so.
I have two interviews tomorrow and round trip, I'll be driving about 300 miles. I'm looking for a good job in just about any spot in Southern California. I'm interviewing in three different countries this week.
This company who did the same day crap isn't local, solid 150 mile drive. And I couldn't go the next day. I told them I was free the following week, all week. They didn't call me back that week.
I now have two interviews next week as well. They didn't just call me, "hey, come now or don't get the job!"
The fact so many of you think I'm being lazy is your baggage. I take the same day interview has a sign of disorganization. Additionally, waiting nearly two weeks then do it again is disrespectful.
And yea, I know government jobs take forever...that's like telling me ice is cold. Thanks for that.
Please report back and tell us how your 4 interviews went.
Yea for sure. Had a in-person one, the interviewer called in sick but they decided to not cancel because they knew I wasn't local. I did great with that interview. I should get a call tomorrow if they want me to come back for a 2nd interview to meet the important people. I'll be shocked if I don't...probably the best interview I've ever had.
Had a phone interview yesterday. Thought it went awful, only 13 mins long. She ended up calling me earlier today and I have an in person interview on Monday. I was pretty surprised.
Meeting the regional VP for a different job tomorrow at a coffee spot. From what the HR lady told me, he's a real big wig in the company so I'm pumped for that. Never had a interview in such a location.
The afternoon one, not as excited for but I want to keep my options open.
I have two interviews tomorrow and round trip, I'll be driving about 300 miles. I'm looking for a good job in just about any spot in Southern California. I'm interviewing in three different countries this week.
As long as they have a gym nearby you'll be good...
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Originally Posted by Dub D
The fact so many of you think I'm being lazy is your baggage. I take the same day interview has a sign of disorganization. Additionally, waiting nearly two weeks then do it again is disrespectful.
Same day interview requests might not be a sign of disrespect, more likely a sign of disorganization. Could mean they have crazy turnover and a lot of work, or they're run by amateurs, or just possibly they do it on purpose to see how eager you are for a job.
I wouldn't take it too personally, but I'd keep this behavior in mind if a job offer is in the works but you have other interviews--or enough cash to take your time and look for the best fit. Could be that you dodged a bullet. Not every company and organization is a good fit. Beggars can't be choosers, but if you can afford to be a little bit choosy, it might be better in the long run.
Same day interview requests might not be a sign of disrespect, more likely a sign of disorganization. Could mean they have crazy turnover and a lot of work, or they're run by amateurs, or just possibly they do it on purpose to see how eager you are for a job.
Can also be a sign of a busy shop with a lot of work. The place that called me on 2/24 requested a same day interview... which I accepted... and was offered the job.
I specifically asked about the employee that previously held the position and was told he was promoted and they are extremely busy and needed a replacement ASAP. They are working 6 days a week which translates to 20 hours of OT per week or more.
I like overtime... it's bonus money as far as I am concerned. As said in my previous post... it depends on how bad you want to work. I could continue to sit on my ass drawing $570 a week unemployment or I could accept this job taking home $1200 per week or more...
So I accepted the job.
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