I interviewed for a remote job position 2 weeks ago.

Anonymous

May 19,2023 at 11:29PM UTC

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I interviewed for a remote job position 2 weeks ago. My interview was done via live video. During the interview I was just asked a set of questions which I believe I answered the best to my knowledge. The interviewers didn’t have their camera on the whole time. Then they didn’t introduce themselves much and proceeded right into the questions. I feel I answered them to the best of my ability. I did ask some questions at the end and also sent a thank you note to the recruiter. At the end of the interview, I wasn’t told how long it will take to hear back. I go back and check my application status and it says not retained. I didn’t get a phone call neither did I get any emails. Not sure how to even process this situation.

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AnonymousMay 20,2023 at 12:46AM UTC
Consider it a bullet dodged. They sound AWFUL!!
AnonymousMay 20,2023 at 10:14PM UTC
The recruitment also isn’t local just found out that and it’s based in Philippines.
AnonymousMay 20,2023 at 8:42AM UTC
There is no situation to process. This interview seems like a red flag already. Consider yourself lucky and move on.
AnonymousMay 20,2023 at 1:16PM UTC
Curious…what was a red flag about the interview? That is wasn’t done in a format that suited the OP, that cameras were off and they didn’t chit-chat enough?
AnonymousMay 20,2023 at 2:50PM UTC
Red flag: when asked about future training or other things that invest in an employee - they said the department doesn’t have the money and won’t ever have the money.
live interview is respectful to have camera on. It’s fine if they don’t want to be on camera but if they are managers and department head then they should come on camera at least minimum for interview. They can choose a place where they can have camera on. As someone who was interviewing I did get ready had a silent suitable place to have the interview.
AnonymousMay 20,2023 at 1:14PM UTC
Not a lot to process, you weren’t a fit for the role. They purged your application and moved forward with another candidate. Move on to looking at other opportunities.
AnonymousMay 22,2023 at 12:59PM UTC
You dodged a bullet... Red flags about this place.
Megan LeasherMay 22,2023 at 2:13PM UTC
If this is how the company treats candidates, move on with your head held high. They don't deserve you.
Audrey KirschMay 22,2023 at 6:32PM UTC
I bet the company was hiring from within but had to go through the motions of having other applicants apply for the job. You didn't do anything wrong. The job was probably never really available in the first place. Plus, they should have done the interview as a conference call if they weren't going to turn on their cameras. That was very unprofessional and you're better off not being offered a position after that.
AmandaMay 23,2023 at 12:10PM UTC
I would write a review of your interview experience on Glassdoor so that other potential candidates can avoid wasting their time the way you did. Companies will continue to treat people this way until they’re publicly called out.
GirlBossanova934974May 23,2023 at 12:49PM UTC
I wouldn't call this a serious red flag interview but I would label this as an organization with just lousy manners. A simple email notifying the candidate that they were not selected is easy to send out. So why not? Cameras being turned on and off? If I am going to work for a company these days, I want to know all about them in every way possible. I am not taking chances with ANY fly by night outfits. These camera tricks are telling me this outfit is sort of hiding in the shadows or suggests it. I would have doubts right there. I want the communication to be open.
AnonymousMay 23,2023 at 1:11PM UTC
I feel it's extremely unprofessional for cameras not to be on or no introductions. This happened to me a few months back and told the recruiter. I also think if they can't give you their full attention than something is lacking there... red flag! I'd count this as a blessing and move on.
AnonymousMay 23,2023 at 1:26PM UTC
It is highly likely you just ran into an incompetent interviewer who was too lazy to properly be dressed for an on camera interview. They were also too lazy to get back to you. I would advise you to complain, not that it will help you, but could save another person from this uncomfortable experience
AnonymousMay 23,2023 at 1:51PM UTC
This behaviour is unacceptable for an interview. It is the chance for both sides to make a first impression, and the company failed miserably. If you have the desire and energy to share your feelings with the recruiter, go for it. If not, move on knowing you have more professionalism and respect than those people did. Would you want to work in an environment that thinks that's acceptable interview etiquette?
AnonymousMay 23,2023 at 3:34PM UTC
Move on, you don’t want to work in this unprofessional environment. Be sure to put this experience on Glassdoor to help save future interviewers from the same negative experience.
Sue Gordon- retired Career CoachMay 23,2023 at 3:58PM UTC
Rude employer. Process by moving on-- obviously a poor culture.
Kim RaperMay 23,2023 at 4:30PM UTC
red flag if you are the only one on camera - very unprofessional the say the least.
Kathy LeskiMay 23,2023 at 5:53PM UTC
It's rude, but sadly common.
Tammy DirksenMay 23,2023 at 6:18PM UTC
Run the other direction as if this is how they treat a candidate, you don't want to be a part of their company. So many better places to join, they should be selling the position to you as much as you to them. Best of luck!
Vanda LeeMay 24,2023 at 12:37AM UTC
move on...if this is how they treat you in an interview, you don't want to work there.
AnonymousMay 24,2023 at 2:12AM UTC
Just some job searching tips/advice: Always research the company prior to your interview or even before applying. Look on Glassdoor, indeed, & other reputable sites for reviews about the company, but sometimes they have reviews about their interview process as well. Make sure your resume is ATS friendly- google that - you’ll find lots of good information. My go-to was resume now. com - The ATS (applicant tracking software) companies use to assist these days won’t and doesn’t read fancy font or pictures or any of that jazz. So keep your resume clean, relevant, and highlight your achievements and accomplishments (when you document your work experience, say what you DID and how it positively impacted the workplace. That allows for transferable skills to be seen)Leverage your LinkedIn community. Whatever field you’re looking to go into, start looking for groups online and join them. Find others who are in professional development groups. Those connected can help you get your name out there. I hope these help!! Good Luck!!
AnonymousMay 24,2023 at 1:46PM UTC
When I interviewed my current job the hiring manager had his video off because he was home caring for his son, who was sent home from daycare for being sick (it was the height of COVID, and we have a lot of flexibility at my company which is actually great). Obviously the interview went well because I got the job.
There are a million reasons someone would opt to have their camera off, Altho it obviously creates a better connection when the video is on. Also a beat practice to always to ask “when can I expect to hear about next steps in the interview process?” at the end of an interview.
Maegan, Nike Sales Rep & Career CoachMay 25,2023 at 6:21PM UTC
Sounds like you dodged a bullet ! Take it for learnings & move onto the next one. It's nothing personal. Keep going!
Liz MilneMay 27,2023 at 10:03PM UTC
They are and were incredibly rude - be happy they didn't hire you, and move on to a better opportunity!
Ellyn Specker CharapMay 31,2023 at 11:23PM UTC
I know how hard it is when you need a job very badly, but I think you dodged a bullet there! I would just move on - that sounds like a company that is less than professional, to say the least.