I had a candidate ask me straight out, “Is this role safe?” That question would not have come up so openly a few years ago. The job market chatter and restructures in the news are making people cautious. Are you seeing more security-driven questions in interviews lately?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Yes, but rarely as blunt as that. Most of the time it's couched in questions about the companies health, layoff rumors and the like. Things have certainly become a bit less rigid in interviews, but it's still rare to have someone cut right to the chase like that. I'm kind of impressed by the hubris.

like

I was struck by the directness too. Part of me respected it. It tells me candidates are weighing risk more consciously now. I think transparency matters more than polish in this market. People are trying to protect their stability, not just their progression.

I've heard that not just from candidates but from people who have worked here for a while. You can't turn on the news without hearing about layoffs. So it's inevitable that people would be concerned about job security.

That mirrors what I am hearing internally as well. It is not just candidates anymore, it is existing staff quietly scanning for signals. The external noise about layoffs has changed the emotional tone of work conversations. Security feels front of mind.

Related Posts

Do you think you and your significant other should have similar personalities? My significant other and I are doing long distance and I feel like when I FaceTime with him, I emote more and show interest by asking more questions but from his end, he doesn’t always have a reaction or just nods, and it makes me feel like he’s uninterested. On his end he sees it as he’s comfortable.

like

Mazespin living up to his name in practice. Already in the gravel. 🤦🏼‍♂️

likefunny

What will be the in-hand for this offer?

Post Photo
like

Why do the Big 4 Indian firms compete with their offshore entities and poach projects from international clients? Don't think the offshore entities try for projects from Indian clients.

EY India seems to be aggressively trying to eat into the business of GDS in Consulting.

like

Any thoughts on how New York City’s salary transparency law will play out?

like

What will be the inhand salary at tcs on 10 lpa

like

Any suggestions on skills I should be working on? I am graduating this summer and wanting to start a career in BizOps or consulting. The last class I will be taking is a data analytics class that covers Program R

Post Photo
like

How can one apply for bank PO job in icici after graduation.?

Hi guys,
Need help,I am joining @VMware Banglore on 27th June. During interview I told them I need wfh. They said it wil be wfh this entire year. Only mistake I did was i didn't permanent wfh. I took for granted like once I join i can opt for it ( as my VMware friends had said we can opt for it)
Now the offices have started, I am scared if they call me to office , I have 14months son, not willing to leave him n go for office.

So if I ask manager to give me permanent wfh will they agree ?

like

Does google flights increase the price on repeat searches if you don’t book the flight right away?

like

I’m hoping to steer clear of any scams by posting & I know it’s been posted before but, again, scams. Anyway, I am looking for something that can be done remotely on nights and weekends after I get home from my daily in-office job. My sister passed away & I’m now helping raise her kids. With Christmas coming, I’m nervous and dreading the season not only to not have her but will I make it a happy one for the kids. I need extra income but need to be home with them in the evenings.

like

Any advice for Fla business that may have to let go of staff? 20-25 emp; furniture mftg. Don't practice employment and they can't afford lawyer that does. They want to comply with laws.

Is it just me or have you also noticed that during the endless back to back zoom/teams meetings, people drift away and not take down action points?

like

How many times a week do you ask yourself why you’re so terrible at advertising and why is it 1 billion?

like

Hoping to get my PHR in the next year or so. Outside of employer reimbursement, are there other opportunities for this to get funded? I know SHRM Foundation offers scholarships for the CP, but I am looking for PHR specific help. Thank you! :)

I’m looking for a salary based “sales job”. Is that possible? Thanks

like

In bgv, can I share form 26AS in place of form 16A requested from previous employer. I seem to have lost the form 16 for my previous employer

like

Any1 who have joined recently or 6 months back...Could you pls confirm if Cognizant is that negative as discussed in many forum.
1)Howz the hike goes
2) Howz the culture especially in kolkata
3)Is this right time to join there...
4) Promotions

like

Hi All,
I currently have 5.5 Ipa package in LTI working hear from starting of my career having Total 3 years of experience in Data Analytics field. Skills Tableau, SQL, Python. I also have done post graduate deploma in ML and Al from IIIT BANGLORE while working. I have notice period of 3 months. And this will be my first switch.I want to switch in MNC's like TCS, Accenture, Infosys, wipro, Capgemini, Etc. in pune with Tableau and SQL and Python as core skills. Can you please reffer me.

like

Points wizards - I need some United miles stat. What’s the best conversion point source right now?

Thanks!!

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal