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I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Mayyvin: 11:00am On Jan 25, 2022 |
Sent my CV last week and I got a response last night from the MD of the company that I should come for the interview by 9AM on Tuesday. At about 7AM this morning, I got a call from him telling me that the venue has been changed but the time remains the same. I said no problem. After all, the new venue is closer to where I reside. I got to the office at about 10 minutes before 9AM. I was told to wait a little. At about 9:15AM, I called the MD just to inform him that I'm around. He said I should wait for 10 minutes that he's in a meeting. Well, After waiting for over an hour twenty minutes, I picked up my bag and left. 15 minutes after leaving, I got a call from the man asking me where I am. I told him that I already left. He asked me why I'd leave even after he had obliged me to wait. I told him that I had other commitments scheduled for today and I can't work for someone who doesn't respect time. Was I too impatient? 20 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by HarunaWest(m): 11:14am On Jan 25, 2022 |
Mayyvin:Nope. You did the right thing. He is an unserious CEO that cant keep to time. Those sort of people delay in payment of salary cos they see personnel affairs as nothing. If he needs you that bad he will fix another day or you move on. Don't act desperate for a job unless you will be used. 23 Likes 1 Share |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Xscape1993(m): 11:14am On Jan 25, 2022 |
Yes. Too impatient. 3 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Truvelisback(m): 11:14am On Jan 25, 2022 |
Mayyvin:It's obvious u don't need the job. U haven't even gotten the job, u are already being Bossy. U are very rude and impatient. This implies that, it would be very difficult for u to work under someone. 11 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by jenny005: 11:14am On Jan 25, 2022 |
Yes. U wud have had a little patience. Maybe they were using that to test u and remember patience is one of the greatest virtue in the bible. 4 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Mayyvin: 11:27am On Jan 25, 2022 |
jenny005: We're talking about a workplace not a religious entity! Productivity is what forward-thinking companies constantly tries to nail, and this is singly attained through proper time management, not patience. Companies wasting your time in the name of "testing your patience/endurance" are not serious with business. And most likely have a very backward-thinking management at the helm of affairs. Such work environment will stagnate your professional growth both as an employee, and as an individual. Any serious company values time and respects it. 26 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by yomi007k(m): 11:30am On Jan 25, 2022 |
Patience is a virtue. The same thing happened to me immediately after my Nysc. I had not walked far when the boss arrived. I got the job and I can tell you that it was the backbone of the experience that I have today. That job made my carrer better. But I am not you. 8 Likes 1 Share |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Sonnobax15(m): 11:41am On Jan 25, 2022 |
Being impatient can cost a man alot of things in life bro............ Perhaps who knows, maybe the MD was only testing you if you'd be patient enough.....My guy,you better know from today henceforth that there ain't no bed of roses anywhere..... There are some sacrifices that you must make no matter what and how long it's gonna take......I must tell you this my man,you fvcked up big time 5 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Bakare19: 11:42am On Jan 25, 2022 |
You really acted impatient. You should know as an MD, he must be involved in some high level meetings and other engagements. The least you could do there is avail him an excuse, and wait it through to hear him out. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by socialmediaman: 11:50am On Jan 25, 2022 |
Well since you asked I’d say you could’ve had some patience except you had other more important things scheduled. What if the date mix-up and delay were uncommon? 2 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Klass99(f): 12:04pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
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Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by NoToPile: 12:46pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Mayyvin: you told that to a prospective employer? Very wrong move. You were impatient, if you had just left its still okay, but for you to tell him you can't work with someone who doesn't respect time is quite damning as you don't know the emergency meetings he had to hold. Besides he told you he was in a meeting, I would have assumed it was an impromptu one. Patience is a virtue. You didnt need that ' I can't work with someone who doesn't respect time' statement, it was not necessary. Well my job, we were scheduled for a 12pm Final interview, was there way before 12 and the interview took place about 5.30 something pm. When we even saw the people going in and out of the MDs office we were like Na wa ooo, will it even get to our turn like this the HR would go in to remind him, another set of people will come and override us, it is a govt agency so it's expected, so possibly for a private firm a schedule might be met even at that schedules in private firms change. I couldn't even take the risk to go and eat because it might be that time he will call us to the board room. 5 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by cutiedave(m): 12:49pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
OP, i dont think you are entirely wrong on this .. Once you start working for foreign companies and clients, you would recognise that most Nigerian employers or bosses are just very bad at time management... The MD was the one who set the meeting time ( i assume he must have set it to his convenience) without putting you into consideration... And yet, he still kept you waiting... didn't see fit to call you before the appointed time to tell you of any delay... Why set a meeting when you know you wouldn't be Available....even if something comes up, simple courtesy demands he at least sends an sms text to inform you of the delay. This is just too bad...i still don't blame him sha...most Nigerians are also bad in time management so we condone this kind of nonsense. The high rate of unemployment also doesn't make things easier. I hope you get a better job OP. 9 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by GboyegaD(m): 1:05pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
jenny005: Na job e wan collect no be favor ooo. Your type is the reason employers disrespect their employees. 5 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by LogicBomb8: 1:41pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
What if that was the interview....the patience issue 2 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by ViperAda: 1:55pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
It wasn't wrong to have left much as it's well within your rights but very disrespectful of you putting such a flippant remarks in his face. You had no idea what the meeting was all about, it probably could mean a fortune to the overall growth of the organization which you're falling over yourself to work with. Aside the fact that these indomie generation are a disrespectful bunch, above all, they possess very limited amount of cognitive reasoning. -Viper 3 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Acidosis(m): 2:07pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
It's obvious you don't need the job. As much as you love to manage your time, leaving without a prior notice was not good enough. Maybe his time management issue was the reason you were invited for the interview. By taking up new roles, he may be able to manage his time. There's no perfect answer to your question though especially when we consider our environment. Nigeria is not the Netherlands (where employees walk out of their bosses as soon as it's 4 or 5PM). Life over there is different,you can even go to work with your pet. You may love the lifestyle in those countries but hey, even HR recognizes cultural differences. You can't take the mindset and approach to work in China to Nigeria or the Netherlands. While the Chinese guy can strike a multimillion dollar deal in a beer parlour, a Nigerian guy would prefer to rent the largest hall in Eko hotel. These are culture issues. In so far as you're willing to work with a Nigerian boss, you should be willing to deal with certain issues, especially those that are not expressly addressed by any employment or contract laws. Moreover, that man is a sole proprietor, probably managing a family business. In all organizational management studies, family business' issues are well documented. They often face this sort of issues (time management, performance measurement, etc.) whether they're based in Nigeria or not. 4 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by ViperAda: 2:31pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Klass99:He could have kept his disappointment in check, kept a positive attitude nonetheless and his professionalism should have a good impression. He wasn't privy to the behind-the-scenes realities that must have driven the need for the delay. It is all about flexibility, flexibility can impress a potential employer. The next time, please stick to what you know and steer clear of what's beyond your capabilities. I wonder how many army of job seekers your toxic advice could have helped kicked into the streets. -Viper 3 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Beremx(f): 2:51pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Na so pesin dey take miss im luck. Patience is a virtue o! 2 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by dobnina(f): 3:15pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Mayyvin:Yes. You were too impatient. This is Nigeria not UK or US. What if the man had an impromptu meeting. What if the man had a emergency. I don't think you are searching for a job. I doubt it. 4 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Klass99(f): 3:17pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
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Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by FairlyUSEDpussy: 3:31pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Mayyvin: Yeah u were too impatient........ U sud have at least waited to know what the outcome had be......... 3 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Nobody: 3:45pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Klass99: You express yourself so well. Well done ma. 5 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by ViperAda: 4:42pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Klass99:Ok, OP is a female, cool. You're simply keeping the sisterhood, that's fine anyways. You're only interested in what the employer was not obliged to, than her purpose of going to the interview in the first place. Your emphasis always falls on the refreshments (not served) and the apologies ( not rendered) in the final position. Apology for what exactly and to who exactly? It's more or less an experience whereby an appointment was rescheduled without prior notice after days of efforts and a long stretch of distance, however disappointing, you still had to put up a positive display that leaves an impression on whoever on the other side of the table or negotiation. I wouldn't know how much experience you have had but I have had some terribly disappointing ones yet showed professionalism on all fronts otherwise fortunes would have been gravely affected. Look, OP hasn't even started yet. Don't Pat her on the shoulder for exhibiting a grossly impertinent attitude. Do not confuse behavioural deficiency and inappropriate manner to a sense of great self esteem. Refreshments or not, apologies or not, your employer is not obligated, rather be positive, professional, enthusiastic and as much as possible with emotional intelligence. Maybe you missed the part where she had earlier been informed of the man's having a meeting and the man himself put a call through to her thereafter. Another person would have written her off completely. Meanwhile, her reply to the man was grossly irresponsible. But then again, I expect you to miss that part. -Viper 4 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by MufasaLion: 5:13pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Klass99, you're a very intelligent and smart woman. You've always been. Most Nigerians have slave mentality. 10 Likes 1 Share |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Klass99(f): 5:32pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
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Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Klass99(f): 5:33pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
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Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by MufasaLion: 6:04pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Klass99: You're most welcome. 7 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by ViperAda: 6:29pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Klass99:I have no words for you, really. I'm trying my hardest to restrain myself. I'm usually moved to tears with the kind of mindset as yours. Any sensible person should know that a job seeker is doing nobody a favour but himself or herself. A sensible person should know where a client stands in an organizational value chain compared to a mere job seeker. Your comparison is disproportionate, save yourself the stress. It is not about how you and I feel and think about this but the standard ethics guiding the conducts of job seekers. The moment the man gave her a call back was another opportunity to have made a good use of, however, she lost it within a minute of recklessness. Well, as a job hopper, it tells much. -Viper 3 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by ViperAda: 6:41pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Klass99:Ok.. the energy is derived from overtures by some admirers. It's all good but don't mix ethics with pleasures. -Viper 3 Likes |
Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by Klass99(f): 6:42pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
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Re: I Went For A Job Interview And I Did This. Was I Wrong? by VTJN(m): 7:02pm On Jan 25, 2022 |
Klass99:please please please, you're so so intelligent and smart. I'm already falling in love with you seriously. I feel like hugging you 11 Likes 2 Shares |
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