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“We have a 90% fail rate”
Have you ever walked out of an interview feeling more confused than when you walked in? The mention of a 90% fail rate by the interviewer can create a whirlwind of emotions and questions. Is this a red flag signaling a toxic work culture, or could it be a sign of high standards and rewarding success? Let’s delve into the potential meanings behind this daunting statistic and how to navigate such a situation effectively.
The 90% Fail Rate Conundrum
The phrase “90% fail rate” can indeed raise eyebrows and ring alarm bells. It may indicate a cutthroat environment where employees are set up for failure rather than success. However, it could also suggest that the company has stringent criteria for selecting top performers and rewards them accordingly. To discern the true nature of this statistic, consider asking the interviewer for specific examples of how this fail rate is calculated and how it relates to career advancement within the company.
Uncovering Toxic Work Culture
If the interviewer’s responses hint at a toxic work culture where employees are set up to fail, take note of any red flags such as excessive pressure, lack of support, or a high turnover rate. Trust your gut feeling and consider reaching out to current or former employees for insights on their experiences within the organization.
The Apprenticeship Contract Dilemma
On the topic of the “apprenticeship contract,” it’s crucial to differentiate between a genuine learning experience and a tactic to lowball candidates. While some companies offer valuable training opportunities through apprenticeships, others may use it as a guise to pay lower wages and exploit inexperienced employees. Research the company’s reputation in this regard and compare the offered wage to industry standards to ensure fair compensation for your skills and contributions.
Navigating the Interview Maze
In navigating the interview process, trust your instincts, ask probing questions, and gather as much information as possible to make an informed decision. Remember that interviews are a two-way street, and you have the right to evaluate the fit between your values, career goals, and the company’s culture. Don’t hesitate to seek advice from mentors, career counselors, or online resources to gain additional perspectives on the situation.
Conclusion: Empowering Yourself in the Job Hunt
In conclusion, encountering challenges like a 90% fail rate or an apprenticeship contract during the job hunt can be daunting, but it’s crucial to empower yourself with knowledge and confidence. By asking insightful questions, researching the company thoroughly, and trusting your instincts, you can navigate the interview maze with clarity and assurance. Remember that you deserve to work in an environment that values your contributions and supports your career growth. Trust in your abilities and don’t settle for less than you deserve in your professional journey. 🚀
Reach for the stars and let your potential shine brightly in the face of adversity. Your career path is yours to carve, and only you can determine where it leads. Best of luck in your job search, and may your next interview be the stepping stone to a fulfilling and rewarding career. #CareerSuccess #Empowerment #JobSearchTips
Believe what they’re telling you. If 9/10 people don’t succeed there, then why would you want to consider working there?
High turnover rate? Run lol
It’s an employer problem. I manage a team and we have very high standards, we have a high bar for hiring and make sure we get the right people. Our rate for firing people is like 1/50 over a 2 year period or something very low like that.
We hire great people then make sure they are supported and can succeed. If my failure rate for people was 9/10 I’d be seriously worried. And that team atmosphere must be horrific.
My VERY FIRST career job was at an employer that touted they only wanted ‘rock stars’ and all that other jazz. I lasted a year, and in that YEAR (12 months on the DIME) 90% of my initial team had left/been fired/replaced. Unless you are making big bucks or are absolutely desperate, I’d pass on this because they are being 100% real with you.
No one else mentioned it, so just for the record this “apprenticeship contract” is a scam. It it is quite common to try to blame the people you want to under pay as if it’s something about them.
Thats how every abusive relationship works. “I’m going to demand more and give you less, claim it’s something about you, and see how far I can push it.” People will hang in there for years trying to feel like the special one who can “win” this have.
You’re already special. Someone else will treat you right. Run away
Sounds like they want to give you a trial run at your expense.
90% fail rate is definitely on the employer. No job is that hard if they are hiring qualified candidates.
If you’re desperate – go for it. But this job is certainly going to suck lol.
They only place I’ve ever heard of having a 90% failure rate is air traffic controller training school. Considering the number of lives involved, I think that’s a fair rate for that school.
Sounds like they’re scamming you.
> just to lowball me
You already said the correct words. Just remove all your question marks. If they wanted a real trial run, they’d pay you real wages and just let you go if it didn’t work out. Instead they play games that prey on people’s psychology with lopsided information.
My wife is in this situation at a very prestigious hospital. It sucks being the 9/10 that didn’t make it. It sucks even more being the 1/10 that does make because you end up doing all the work. She is just trying to get the remaining few years left for her pension before she starts looking for other opportunities.
If “No raises this year because we only made 3 billion profit in Q4.” was a company culture, it would be this.
The remaining 10% is the CEO who gets paid 300 millions.
God ifbyou have a 90% failure rate and aren’t paying DEEP into the six figure ranged get the fuck out of here.
I can see 10 to 20 percent failure rate where people could not hack it or decided they didn’t like the position they were in but 90% means there is something bigger going on.
The only way I’d take a job like that is if I didn’t have one and needed one. But I would continue my search for another job while working the job.
GIANT red flag. Obviously poor management.
I’m guessing the 90% failure rate means 90% of the people that work here get fed up and quit leaving only the 10% that are unable to find a new job. It doesn’t mean you’ll be working with the elite, it means you’ll be working with the bottom 10%.
A 90% _interview_ fail rate means the employer is absolutely shit at attracting the right talent. If you’re failing 90% of the people you’re interviewing, you’re recruiting wrong.
Big nope…some people are shit at their job and can’t be helped, but not 90%. That’s an employer problem. When I got out of school I started working at a CPA firm with a similar failure rate. They told me that it was likely that 1/10 of incoming new staff would be gone within the first year. Yeah…some of those people just never grasped what we were doing, but most left because they worked us to death for peanuts and we had to travel 25 weeks out of the year.
As an application rejection rate, that would seem pretty reasonable to me (probably even a little low for some jobs)…but not failure rate. Even if it was a particularly difficult job, I’d expect the application process to be grueling but the failure rate low, because if they’re going to invest so much time making sure you’re a good fit, they’re going to want to retain you. This just sounds like a job where they expect you to basically do the work of multiple people for the price of 1, and when you can’t/won’t do that they just kick you to the curb and make it feel like it’s you failing instead of the reality that it is them.
If they only keep the “elite” why are they talking to you, when you have no prior experience? Huge red flag.
I’ve been in IT at various major corporations for 25 years. I can in fact tell you it’s an employer problem. No one brags about a failure rate in IT. Even one of the most cut throat fields, financial planning, is the failure rate that high. That’s about 75% And mostly because people get into it for the money but don’t have the networking ability or the skills.
>How do I gauge here if he is full of shit and trying to cover up a toxic work culture? 90% fail rate sounds like an employer problem ngl.
They are. It is.
Rofl, 90% fail rate does not equal low wages. If you truly are the top 10% why on earth would you settle for below industry wages?