A woman recently took to Reddit to share a jaw-dropping experience during a job interview for a senior developer position. After a seemingly successful interview process, she was caught off guard by an inappropriate and illegal question from the HR director. The unexpected inquiry about her family planning left her questioning the company culture and her next steps.
Unexpected Question Shocks Candidate
The woman described how the interview was going smoothly until the HR director asked, “Could you tell me if you’re planning to have children in the next few years?” Stunned, she requested the question be repeated, only to hear the HR director clarify it was for “team planning purposes.”
Standing Up for Herself
Feeling uncomfortable, the candidate politely declined to answer, pointing out that the question was both inappropriate and illegal in many hiring contexts. The HR director appeared surprised by her response, which shifted the atmosphere of the interview dramatically.
Seeking Advice from Reddit
After the interview, the woman expressed her concerns about the company’s culture and sought advice from fellow Reddit users. She wondered if she should report the incident or simply move on to other opportunities.
Community Reactions
Her post quickly went viral, with many users encouraging her to report the HR director’s question to employment watchdogs. Others shared their own similar experiences, emphasizing the importance of holding companies accountable for such inappropriate inquiries.
Source – https://observervoice.com/job-interview-takes-a-wild-turn-woman-shocked-by-hrs-taboo-inquiry-114062/