What is it about interviews thaT…suck?

Previously Published on May 13, 2021 at 9:15AM:

When's the last time you went through a job interview?

What did you enjoy about the process? Or did it end in a weeeee bit of a flaming garbage heap?

It's common knowledge that interviews are so intimidating and stress reducing as you prepare. I personally loooove all those common (but valid) pieces of career advice you get from everyone and their mothers:

Make sure to be there 5-10 minutes before the interview

Guide the interview to be conversational

Use the STAR Method to answer all their questions

Don't say your salary requirements first

Write a thank you note afterwords to express your gratitude for the opportunity

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What about advice on avoiding stressful or toxic work environments?

Why doesn't anyone want to talk about that?? So to feed my curiosity, as usual, I ask my questions on the almighty bird app, Twitter.

An image of @shidonichan's twitter post that reads "What are some red flags you've encountered during an interview?"

I really love Twitter, y'all never disappoint with your stories.

You are free to scroll through some of the WILD and amazing responses from my post (I'll link it here). This week I took a dive into my comments section (so you don't have to), and describe some of the bigger red flags we should all be aware of as we go through the interview process. I talk about them in my new video:

Red Flags To Look For During Interviews​

Tech interviews or no, it's your responsibility to know what you are comfortable with doing as the newest member of a team. Asking questions is a great way to find out the work dynamic, who you would be working with in the new position, & if there are loose or strict policies on working overtime. These are just a few things I cover in my video.

Say you get a new awesome job (congrats if you already have btw), but the team insists on playing Dungeons & Dragons or partying at the boss' house, and you are "required" to come, when all you want to do sleep away the weekend. You may want to rethink your boundaries. Or, if possible, find another job entirely.

It's also good to note that it is not your fault should any of these red flag appear in your interviews... if something doesn't feel right, I hope you are in a position of power and confidence to walk away. Becuase the next opportunity will most likely be even better.

Be safe out there y'all, and have a good week.