322: Mislead an Employer for a Foot in the Door? | Feedback Friday
Mar 6, 2020
This discussion tackles the ethics of misleading potential employers to secure a job, weighing honesty against ambition. A listener shares their struggle with family loyalty amid a contentious divorce, raising questions about setting boundaries. The show also dives into the murky waters of academic integrity, particularly in online education, highlighting personal experiences with cheating and the impact on future careers. Additionally, the speakers highlight the importance of networking and maintaining daily routines for personal growth.
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Honesty is the Best Policy
Be honest about language skills with potential employers, even if it might cost the interview.
Clarify the required fluency level and be prepared for a long-term commitment if the job demands it.
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Immersion Doesn't Equal Fluency
Jordan Harbinger lived in Germany for ten months, speaking German 24/7, and won an award for his German proficiency.
Despite this, he wouldn't have been able to get a job at a German company, needing at least another year of immersion.
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Setting Boundaries with Family
Set boundaries with your mother regarding conversations about your father.
Don't let her emotional baggage become yours, and prioritize your own family's well-being.
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You finally landed an interview with a high-end Italian furniture company for a position that falls in line with your career aspirations. You're super qualified except for one thing: the job posting listed "fluent in Italian" as a requirement, and you're definitely not. Should you be up front with them and let them know immediately that you don't speak Italian but say you're willing to learn it, or should you accept the interview and tell them you're not fluent when you meet with them in person? We'll try to find answers to this and more here on Feedback Friday!
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Is it ever worth it to mislead a potential employer to get a foot in the door with the intention of making things right later?
Your parents had an acrimonious divorce and your mother holds it against you that you still talk to your father. How do you draw the line in communicating with your mom?
When it comes to taking classes online, you've become an expert at gaming the system in ways that might be considered cheating. But isn't this just being resourceful?
You've disappointed a mentor by taking time out from your studies for self-care. How can you salvage the professional relationship while not putting your mental health at risk?
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