2 weeks Ago By Priya Singh
A Bengaluru-based content writer has made a bold statement by declining a job offer after inappropriate conduct of the CEO who interviewed her. Vibha Gupta shared her experience in a LinkedIn post that quickly went viral, igniting conversations about workplace culture and respect. Gupta detailed her excitement for the first in-person interview, but several incidents during the meeting raised serious red flags, prompting her to withdraw her application.
In the post, Gupta explained that first, the CEO made Gupta wait for 15 minutes without offering any explanation. While Gupta initially assumed it was due to a possible discussion over calls, the incidents that followed quickly changed her perception of the company’s culture. ALSO SEE: Bill Gates Reveals the Childhood Habit That Was Key to His Billionaire Success During the interview, the CEO asked if she had received an introductory video from HR.
When Gupta mentioned she hadn’t, the CEO called the HR representative into his office and scolded them in front of her. This moment, in particular, left a lasting impression on Gupta. She remarked, “There was no respect for his employees.
While I understand HR made a mistake, it’s disrespectful to scold your employee in front of a stranger.” Things worsened when the CEO belittled Gupta’s copywriting portfolio, comparing her work to that produced by ChatGPT. The comment not only undermined her skills but also suggested her expertise wasn’t valued at the company.
Gupta expressed her disappointment, emphasizing that regardless of the hard work someone has put into reaching a certain position, a leader should always be humble and show respect to others. After Gupta’s post, she received widespread support on LinkedIn, with many users praising her for prioritizing well-being over a job in a potentially toxic environment. One commenter expressed admiration for Gupta's professionalism, stating that her decision to seek a respectful workplace culture was inspiring and valuable.
One user wrote, “More power to you. Absolutely did the right thing. You truly deserve a workplace that respects your work and values you!” while another commented, “Some great lessons for hiring companies here.
The interview situation is the ultimate 2 way street and smart people will assess everything about your company.”.
