Had a chat with a hiring manager today who started sighing and then told me I’ll never work with him in my life when I told him the salary was too low… is anyone else experiencing serious unprofessionalism?
I’m a manager with a decade of experience. I’ve been cold applying in addition to other things and got scheduled for a phone chat early today.
Hopped on the call and got through basic questions. Then the hiring manager chimes in with the role pays $70k.
I’m in NYC. I said I make a bit more than that and asked if this was for the senior manager role or was it a mistake?
He immediately scoffed and said that’s around the market rate for this role. I told him there must be a disconnect cause I make more than that – I’m a CPA with 10 years of experience.
Then in the most surreal moment, he tells me they don’t really need a CPA or 10 years of experience but can bump it up to $75k.
I asked him why he called me if that was the case, and the salary listed on the job posting is much higher. He started making huffing noises and saying “me and you are done, you’ll never work with me in this city” amongst other things.
I just said “alright, feelings mutual” and hung up the video call and went back up to my office.
Just another story to add to my list of unhinged people hiring in NYC. I have at least 10 unbelievable stories like this that sound fabricated because they’re so outrageous.
What a waste of time. 🚩🚩🚩
One response
Response to Hiring Manager’s Unprofessional Behavior
I’m sorry to hear about your experience with that hiring manager. It is definitely not acceptable for a professional in any industry to act in such an unprofessional manner.
It seems like you handled the situation with poise and professionalism, despite the disrespectful behavior exhibited by the hiring manager. It’s important to remember that not all hiring managers or companies behave in this way, and it’s unfortunate that you have encountered multiple instances of such unprofessionalism in the NYC job market.
When faced with situations like this, it’s important to trust your instincts and stand up for your worth. You have a decade of experience and valuable skills as a CPA, and you deserve to be compensated accordingly. It’s perfectly acceptable to politely decline opportunities that do not align with your salary expectations or professional standards.
Remember to keep your head up and stay positive. There are many reputable and respectful companies out there who will value your experience and qualifications. Don’t let the actions of a few bad apples deter you from finding the right opportunity for you.
If you encounter similar unprofessional behavior in the future, consider leaving feedback on platforms like Glassdoor to warn other job seekers about the company’s practices. Your input could help others avoid similar negative experiences.
Stay focused on your goals and continue pursuing opportunities that align with your values and expectations. Best of luck in your job search journey! 🌟