Interviewed someone the other day who was vaping the entire time. I am fairly forgiving when it comes to attire/formality. I just try to focus on the work in front of me, but that was way too casual for me.

Am I blowing this out of proportion?
Has anyone else experienced something similar?

likefunny
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at
Highlighted IconHIGHLIGHTED

But I thought we were supposed “bring our whole selves to work” lol

likefunnysmart

That just means you should not forget any limbs at home.

like

Awesome! Offer him a Camaro as a company car!

likefunny
Recent IconRecent

No you’re in the right. If they can’t stop vaping during an interview they won’t stop while working. Hard pass.

likesmart

I’d be more understanding if it were a long, whimsical opium pipe

likefunny

I’d be no longer doing remote meetings with them

Weird decision on their part

like

I think that’s very strange and inappropriate. The most I would do in an interview is take a sip of water.

like

I’m honestly mind blown right now. That comes off as so unprofessional.

like

I’m with you OP. There is a murky line between what’s professional and what’s not in this industry, but even hearing about that leaves me with a feeling that it was exceedingly unprofessional of that candidate. Not sure I would have kept myself from saying something had I been in your shoes. Probably just an awkward joke, but wow.

like

Okay as a former smoker and current vapour, it’s a no from me. Just like eating during an interview, remote or in person, it’s inappropriate. That being said, working from home my vape addition is out of control - I vape all the time during stressful meetings when I’m off camera to help with anxiety. But I would never do it on camera let alone during an interview.

like

Totally hear you and agree vape isn’t really a long term solution and the goal is to be smoke free entirely. Just not ready to quit it yet. It’s more of an anxiety thing than a nicotine craving at this point.

Did they do any vape tricks?

likefunny

Is vaping on a remote Zoom call really going to be your dealbreaker? I think you’re making a mountain out of a molehill. Stick to whether this person is a good hire.

like

Yeah that’s a hard no.

like

I had two clients vape during a meeting. They’re based in Europe, and they’re more relaxed/backwards about smoking. Still, it was so weird.

like

They weren’t vaping. 🌿

likefunny

Wait until your agency leadership starts vaping in your 1:1s…

funny

At Swift … YES!

We once had an intern do it in our office on his first day. We were all just looking at each other dumbfounded. HR had to talk with him.

like

Boomer energy ITT

like

Not ok. Act like you want the job! Like don’t bite your nails, burp, chew gum during important meetings (or at least try not to).

like

Was this a video interview or in person?

Vaping, smoking a cig, eating... it's all the same. Rude

Ewe

This happened to me with an old boss! J thought it was weird and they were 10+ years older than me.

Strategy lead?

like

This is SO weird

Related Posts

like

Anyone witness slackers who got into companies you have no idea how? Had a coworker who does jack chit at work besides chatting on Facebook yet lands at a faang company? I guess if he brings the same work ethic he will be spit out for sure. Or maybe he just had no interest in doing project work.

like

How many interview rounds are there for Facebook SWE roles?

like

Google - just got an email from an HR from google mentioning my profile seems to be a potential fit. How likely is it to get an opportunity to get interviewed? What's the process and how long does it take?

like

There are too many men out there who think that just because I'm being polite, it's a sign that they should flirt with me while I'm at work. I thought this was 2022, why haven't we as a society gotten past this yet?

like

How is SAP SDC for SAP Consultants?
I have offers from CG, IBM & SAP India. So, please suggest which will be better to join.
PS- IBM is paying100% more than my current organisation.
SAP has not released my offer yet but I had an interview with VP and he said he is impressed with me and will release the offer letter soon but they have not negotiated for my salary. But he was saying if he will give me less than IBM then will I join the SAP or not? I assumed this is a trick ques., btw, I said yes

like

Recently joined.. How to know who is our HR..whom to take concerns with..like need to switch project..etc..

Question for yall. How likely is an offer once a company decides to do a reference check? I know I am in the final 2, from context clues in interviews. I just dont want to get my hopes up.

like

I've an interview tomorrow for .net developer with Siemens, yoe : 7. What type of questions can I expect? Siemens

Why/how is Facebook conducting on-site interviews when all employees are WFH until mid 2021?

like

Anyone know much about the start up scene in E Africa? I hear a lot of general talk about how it’s ‘booming’ but can’t find much information online. I’m in a weird position where I’m trying to switch into tech but am moving to Kampala for the next year. I am applying now to remote jobs in the U.S. but would love to connect with companies operating in the region.

like
like

Tips/concepts to know for Google Data Center Technician interview? I’m coming from help desk so I’m not super well versed in hardware/networking

like

Has anyone had a manager they just don’t vibe with/relate to? I’ve been trying to connect but I haven’t gotten them on my side yet. How did you manage to crack the ice?

like

Hi Folks. Switching from product base to service base at level 9 in accenture in SAP Domain .
Can some1 explain how the journey starts from day 1.
Heard Noise abt client interviews , bench process,layoffs etc etc.
Need Serious Comforting advise.

like

After an 32 month journey of campus visits, networking events, information sessions, test prep, work negotiation, sponsorship trials, recommendation hunting, test taking, test retaking, admissions interviews, 6 school rejections, and 1 waitlist, I finally got the call two days ago that University of Michigan Stephen M. Ross School of Business Ann Arbor Campus accepted my application and offered me admission to the EMBA program. I am so happy with the acceptance and can’t hardly believe it. AMA!

likeuplifting

canada vs. US salaries at Amazon? I’m interviewing for a role at amazon. Any insights on if the salaries advertised for US roles are comparable for Canadian roles? I don’t want to give my range - in fear that I’ll undersell myself. Any insights? (It’s for a senior proposal manager role -10+ years experience)

like

Coworker (we’re the same level) has a tendency to use “I” statements and then proceeds to present the entire deck that we both contributed to equally…. So annoyed. How to get across to our bosses that I worked on it too?

like

Microsoft hi, in the process of speaking with hiring manager for a learning and development lead within next week, anyone know the pay range or interviews techniques?

like

More Posts

What are some fun things to do in NYC around Christmas time? The only thing on my list so far is ice skating at Rockefeller

Cooked for the week yesterday, may have gone a bit overboard - Indian, Moroccan, Thai and sourdough bread (waffles and pancakes from the discard with butterscotch chips) - pics in the comments

Post Photo
like

Who is proud of their office? Share a photo of your office; this is your chance to be loud and proud while providing ideas for others!

like

EY Transaction Forensics folks are you aligned to the Assurance practice or SaT? Also how does someone at another Big4 get on?

like

Anybody here an Account Manager at AON?

How do you like it?

What company runs the background check?

like

I am wanting to start the adoption process. I reached out to pathways to parenthood for information first from my personal email. I got a response within 30 min asking me to email them back from my work email. I did so and it has now been 3 days with no response. Is there any other way of contacting them?

Mindtree increment letter , when it will be out guys

like

Last night I slept over my boyfriend’s apt. We are sexually active together but this time he woke up at 4/5am and started fingering me and eating me out. I was somewhat awake but I don’t know how to feel about this. Thoughts?

likefunny

Praying no one brings up the election in our team meeting today.

like

Welcome to the 90 Day Fiance Fanatics bowl! Here is our official first thread focusing on the latest episode: The Other Way S2E9 Crossing the Line.

-Were you impressed with Ariela’s Ethiopian hospital tour?
-Should Deavan leave Jihoon and go back to the US?
-Are Armando and Kenneth the cutest couple in 90 Day history?
-Should Melyza forgive Tim for his infidelity?
-Is Brittany being disrespectful by insisting on her American customs?

like

Looking for Exec/ VP/Head of safety roles. Been in industry 18 years, MSc, no MD, but have been interim heads of PV for several companies as a consultant. Consulting gives decent WLB at times, others not, but miss the personal connection of being a FTE. Any jobs out there?

like

Current CTC - 6L. Accenture has offered 10.4 with 60k joining bonus. Designation - Sr Analyst. Is this too low? I have 4 yoe

like

Hi fishes, I am new joiner in Accenture While accessing my laptop I am constantly getting this bitlocker message as attached. Can you please suggest anything or provide me with Accenture internal IT support number. Thanking you in advance for all your valuable help.

#Accenture internal IT support number required.

Post Photo
like

fully vaccinated, in my early-mid 20s. what are the best places to (safely enough) have a fun time on a Saturday night? obviously not looking for a crowded bar but looking to do something where I can socialize, maybe outdoors or in a low-capacity setting?

like

What is an offer of proof? How does that work procedurally?

like

Hi All,
I have 6 years of experience in WPF with MVVM and SQL Server.
Can anyone please refer me if any opening for WPF developer.
thank you 😊

like

Why J P Morgan is taking time to release the offer letter. Any specific reason ?

Hello. How many sub-levels are there within M level ? Also, does S&O follow up or out model ?

like

Who else here feels like the entire restaurant industry deserves an overhaul? We rely on tips because it's basically assumed that everyone will tip, but in reality there are people who tip very little or just don't at all. Some days I'll make around $200 and other days only $50 and it's really not stable at all.

like

Additional Posts in Advertising

How do you find joy in a business where you’re told “no” 100 times a day?

like

Are we all fucked?

Post Photo
like

Saturday night live is getting good again.

like

Has anyone been able to negotiate anything extra or terms when being laid off?

like

I’ve been working my ass off to make it to ACD and I feel like this milestone has been all-consuming. I’m close, I can feel it. But will I be full-filled when I get there? And if so, for how long? Curious to hear from others about their climb up the ladder and if the hunger and drive ever subsides to an acceptable level.

like

Coworker (we’re the same level) has a tendency to use “I” statements and then proceeds to present the entire deck that we both contributed to equally…. So annoyed. How to get across to our bosses that I worked on it too?

like

This may sound odd, but can you run an agency without an ECD/CCO?? (Asking for a friend)

like

is it the expectation that you will be working every weekend while you are pitching at your agency?

like

In a typical advertising creative team structure, who vets the new hires? ECD? CD? Trying to get some clarity as I work at a small shop with CD being the highest title.

like

My current project keeps me wondering...why am I still doing this 🤔? Stockholm syndrome I guess...

like

Looking at full-time and application asks for expected salary and then expected total compensation as a number. How should I figure out the second? Health insurance, bonuses, life insurance, equity, PTO? I studied art, not math.

like

Dumb question.. what’s the proper etiquette for when you get a job through a recruiter who reached out to you first? A simple thank you email, a Starbucks gift card, etc?

like

Alas, I don't qualify.

Post Photo
likefunny

Just got laid off do I need cobra? I plan to hopefully have a job soon

like

Hi all! Moving from TX to NY and have an offer for 80K. Is this reasonable for someone with ~3 years of experience or am I being lowballed here?

like

Just got the shaft on a regular component to the clients business, how can I handle next steps?

like

Any word on Swift in Portland?

like

Pretty over agency life, best brands to go client-side?

like

We’re in such a vicious business. You give your heart & soul to an agency, a client, a brand. Then the wind changes & you’re laid off, reassigned, chewed up, spit out, on to the next. I’m tired.

like

“have fun with this brief” they say before telling you the client is pretty conservative and needs to have safer options.

i know we don’t always work on stuff we’re thrilled about but i’ve never dreaded reviews for a client before until now

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