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I agree that this question is oddly phrased. It might also be a flag for work-life balance at that company, or it might just be poorly phrased. I agree with asking them to rephrase it and answering it honestly.

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I agree that this question is oddly phrased. It might also be a flag for work-life balance at that company, or it might just be poorly phrased. I agree with asking them to rephrase it and answering it honestly.

When asked about working longer hours, I've typically said that I have obligations at home and don't have any problem with the occasional longer day at work as the occasional fire drill does happy. In the past, I've pitched in (as I am a team player) and have consistently been compensated by a shorter work day when the fire drill has passed.

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    Let them know upfront that an "occasional" working day/fire drill happens and that you are willing to do so, but turn the others into questions back at them. Ask them how often they occur and if there is any time or monetary compensation rather than giving them your experience. It might be a red flag, especially if it is a salary job, and answering how the extra hours are accounted for will give you a good idea of salaried overreach. Where I live (Delaware), the state legislature passed a law requiring overtime for salaried workers. Too many companies took advantage of paying salaries to keep from paying overtime.

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