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[–] blitzen 13 points 1 day ago (2 children)

Feels like they are both made up scenarios for rage-bait. In both scenarios, the first two questions are completely relevant and the third is only a problem if you’re already looking for a problem.

[–] [email protected] 15 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

the third is only a problem if you’re already looking for a problem.

"Is vacation 28 days" should not be a question, it should be the minimum mandated by law. "Will you work weekends" should rarely be a question, it should be heavily regulated and only allowed for positions where it's truly required (and never to compensate for management fuckups).

Feels like they are both made up scenarios for rage-bait.

Actually for both of them, the conclusion is correct. "The second they'll get a better offer they'll vanish" - no shit, this is how it works under capitalism. Want to keep them? Make a better offer. "The second they find someone to do the same for less pay, they'll fire you" - no shit, this is how it works under capitalism. Want to make that harder to do? Join or organize a union, and otherwise fight for your labor rights.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 day ago