Candidate walks out of an interview after manager's outburst on another employee

In the world of job hunting, there are moments that make you question the sanity of certain workplaces and the individuals who oversee them. One Reddit user recently shared their eye-opening experience during a retail job interview, shedding light on the harsh realities of the job market and the sometimes questionable behavior of potential employers.

The Reddit user called u/AceBv1 who is currently relying on universal income support, found themselves in an uncomfortable situation—an interview for a retail position they neither wanted nor needed. Yet, due to the demands of the support system, attending these interviews became a necessary chore. As they stepped into the interview room, little did they know that they were about to witness a revealing glimpse into the inner workings of a retail establishment.

Just three minutes into the interview, an unexpected interruption occurred. The door swung open, and a floor staff member entered, their query cutting through the interview like a sharp knife. They simply asked when the boss would be done because a customer urgently needed assistance. The response from the prospective employer was far from what one might expect in a professional setting. Instead of politely excusing themselves or instructing the staff member to delegate the task to another colleague, the boss unleashed a torrent of frustration. In a tone that hovered dangerously close to shouting, they exclaimed, "Jesus Christ! It's Sunday, and I am interviewing. Can't anyone do anything themselves here!"

It's a moment that many of us have likely encountered in our working lives—the dreaded encounter with a manager who seems to view their role as a perpetual exercise in anger. The incident revealed not only the employer's lack of empathy but also a startling disregard for the well-being of their employees, to the interviewee. In response to this abrupt outburst, the interviewee decided to take a stand. They stood up, their sense of self-worth triumphing over the prospect of securing a job they had no desire for. With conviction, they declared, "I do not want to work for someone like you," and promptly left the interview room.

This bold act of self-respect speaks volumes about the importance of maintaining personal dignity, even in the face of job market pressures. It highlights the courage it takes to refuse to subject oneself to a toxic work environment, no matter how dire the financial situation may be. The interviewee chose to take a stand for those who work there, which is absolutely wonderful. When they shared this on the r/antiwork thread on Reddit, a lot of people supported them as well and agreed with them.

Building on that, a commenter u/CraZKchick said, “I reported an interviewer for complaining about being contacted by his subordinates when they called to offer me the job. I told them no thank you, I didn't feel comfortable working at a company that felt about their employees the way he expressed to me he felt about his. It was very unprofessional. I hope I got a bad manager fired,” and we hope they did too. Another one u/ExtremeAthlete advised them, “Report your experience to someone higher up or regional.”