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Do you prefer straightforward feedback or beat around the bush?

My friend was complaining about her job search. The employer asked for lots of interviews but wouldn’t give a straight answer. They said they are taking a long time going through this process and asked for her patience. The wait is agonizing no matter if you're at a job or in the middle of job search. How do you usually prefer to receive your feedback?

  • 💯Just serve it to me straight. I prefer to rip off the bandaid than wondering what's going on.
  • ❤️I don’t mind the indirect feedback actually to save each other’s faces
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Olivia Soto
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Online Tutor at Freelance

I know it's hard to be honest in the professional setting so I always appreciate when ppl actually do it.

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Clarice McClain
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I’ll take the ugly truth over a pretty little lie any day!

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Heath Alva
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Straight to the point, candid but respectful feedback all day long.

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Bobbie Scott
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I do have a ugly past but it is my past and i dont live in the past or that way any longer and i was honest in my imterview and left it up to the employer i am a good worker and i work hard i know i have to prove i was worth taking a chance on but they gave a chance and we are working through so yes be honest and prove you are worthy of second chances i did and i am glad i was honest i have a great job and am able to support my self and be a great example for others who think they cant overcome there past stop worrying about past stuff or it will only hold you back start looking at where you are today and your future as a new beginning

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Jerry Stubbe
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Roofer Helper at Martinez Roofing Llc

Straight forward

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frank leyvas
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just straight forward, no going around the bush

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Amber Kearney
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Server at Bub City

Honestly I don't mind an indirect answer as long as there's a closure.

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Jose Pena
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I always remembered that one of my college professors said that employers don't give feedback on interviews, because they are afraid of being sued.

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Subba Rao Potru
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PhD (3.8 GPA) with 30 years of experience. Looking for Engineering Manager.

I do not have a problem to streamline engineering operations or focus on any operation requiring attention.

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Frank Mckissick
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Owner Operator at Fm Enterprises

I always like being straight forward with every one including my clients, business associates, and friends! This builds trust will all involved! Even if they don't agree with you, they will respect you for being "straight" with them! this I know to b e true in my dealings with all kinds of people!

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