I am asking this question because I myself have faced that. Not that, I do not have good qualifications or experience. I had both, with my profile loaded with several awards given by the previous employer for good performance.
In my job interviews, I have been asked questions about pregnancy, family planning, illnesses, etc., by the interviewer. In one interview, I was asked to get a medical certificate from the doctor as well.
At times, I do not understand what went wrong. They had the vacancy, my profile suits the role exactly, and the interview went well. Still, no outcome... that's frustrating for good talent. Now, I have started thinking, would I ever be able to continue my professional life, or has it ended already.
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In my job interviews, I have been asked questions about pregnancy, family planning, illnesses, etc., by the interviewer. In one interview, I was asked to get a medical certificate from the doctor as well.
At times, I do not understand what went wrong. They had the vacancy, my profile suits the role exactly, and the interview went well. Still, no outcome... that's frustrating for good talent. Now, I have started thinking, would I ever be able to continue my professional life, or has it ended already.
From India, Pune
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Keep looking out for professional organizations. If one has talent, there is no stopping! In fact, many progressive organizations encourage gender diversity by reserving some positions for females only. However, it is sad to know that such discrimination is mostly done by HR fraternity members in the majority of cases. Take care and don't lose hope.
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Dixon
Pune
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Dixon
Pune
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Dear friend,
It is unfortunate that you are going through a series of bad experiences. It appears that these are all unprofessional companies. Keep on trying. Neither should you get cheesed off nor despondent. May you be destined to get a better job; hence, so far, you have received negative replies. There is a dearth of good candidates in the job market.
By the way, have you done a SWOT analysis of yourself? Is it possible that wherever you attended the interview, employers might have found some weaknesses and started asking these unwanted questions? If there were some overriding strengths, they would have selected you right away without bothering much about your family issues. I recommend you check the appropriateness of your CV, your communication skills, job knowledge, etc.
All the best!
Dinesh V Divekar
From India, Bangalore
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It is unfortunate that you are going through a series of bad experiences. It appears that these are all unprofessional companies. Keep on trying. Neither should you get cheesed off nor despondent. May you be destined to get a better job; hence, so far, you have received negative replies. There is a dearth of good candidates in the job market.
By the way, have you done a SWOT analysis of yourself? Is it possible that wherever you attended the interview, employers might have found some weaknesses and started asking these unwanted questions? If there were some overriding strengths, they would have selected you right away without bothering much about your family issues. I recommend you check the appropriateness of your CV, your communication skills, job knowledge, etc.
All the best!
Dinesh V Divekar
From India, Bangalore
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Dear Anonymous,
Decades have passed, but women are still at a disadvantage compared to men in some aspects, and this discrimination is either done consciously or unconsciously. It takes different forms of processes, especially when it involves a female who is married.
Employers pose such bigoted questions that are prejudiced against women, leading to gender stereotypes where women are devalued, making them feel paradoxical.
Questions that exhibit gender discrimination include starting a family, pregnancy, childcare, leaving work early, and taking care of older family members. There is no respite for females as they have numerous responsibilities to take care of their families. Working for a family is perceived in the same light. The solution is simple: respond to interviewers honestly about your willingness to work despite being married. Assert that your family is supportive, and your marriage has not hindered your commitment to work. Acknowledge their questions and respond positively.
Companies that do not overlook such gender bias will truly embody the values of an Equal Opportunity Employer. Despite progress, women still encounter similar challenges from a few employers.
Please let me know if you need any further assistance.
From India, Visakhapatnam
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Decades have passed, but women are still at a disadvantage compared to men in some aspects, and this discrimination is either done consciously or unconsciously. It takes different forms of processes, especially when it involves a female who is married.
Employers pose such bigoted questions that are prejudiced against women, leading to gender stereotypes where women are devalued, making them feel paradoxical.
Questions that exhibit gender discrimination include starting a family, pregnancy, childcare, leaving work early, and taking care of older family members. There is no respite for females as they have numerous responsibilities to take care of their families. Working for a family is perceived in the same light. The solution is simple: respond to interviewers honestly about your willingness to work despite being married. Assert that your family is supportive, and your marriage has not hindered your commitment to work. Acknowledge their questions and respond positively.
Companies that do not overlook such gender bias will truly embody the values of an Equal Opportunity Employer. Despite progress, women still encounter similar challenges from a few employers.
Please let me know if you need any further assistance.
From India, Visakhapatnam
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Hello All,
I have pursued a regular MBA in HR and got placed through campus with a consultancy as a recruiter. It was a campus offer, so I did not have much choice but to take it up since I was getting the desired location (Pune). However, core recruitment was something I never wanted to get into, so I was looking for opportunities in training. Fortunately, I found one and have joined after working for 5 months as a recruiter. Prior to my MBA, I had worked for 21 months in the paint industry as a product trainer.
Now, the problem is that I will be getting married in 4 months, and I have just joined this company which unfortunately works at a very slow pace and does not have enough work for me. Additionally, I am not able to enjoy my work. Apart from that, I am facing a lot of pressure from my parents to come back home as I have been staying away from them for 8 years.
My concern is that if I quit my job now, I may face difficulties in finding a new job after marriage. On the other hand, if I decide to omit my current job from my CV, it would reflect a gap of 6 months from my previous job.
What should I do? Kindly suggest.
From India, Pune
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I have pursued a regular MBA in HR and got placed through campus with a consultancy as a recruiter. It was a campus offer, so I did not have much choice but to take it up since I was getting the desired location (Pune). However, core recruitment was something I never wanted to get into, so I was looking for opportunities in training. Fortunately, I found one and have joined after working for 5 months as a recruiter. Prior to my MBA, I had worked for 21 months in the paint industry as a product trainer.
Now, the problem is that I will be getting married in 4 months, and I have just joined this company which unfortunately works at a very slow pace and does not have enough work for me. Additionally, I am not able to enjoy my work. Apart from that, I am facing a lot of pressure from my parents to come back home as I have been staying away from them for 8 years.
My concern is that if I quit my job now, I may face difficulties in finding a new job after marriage. On the other hand, if I decide to omit my current job from my CV, it would reflect a gap of 6 months from my previous job.
What should I do? Kindly suggest.
From India, Pune
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I am not an HR person nor do I live in India. When a UK minister has said that female doctors put a burden on the NHS, you can imagine what profit-making organizations will be thinking.
Reference: [Female doctors who work part-time after having children put NHS under strain - Telegraph](http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/10101276/Female-doctors-who-work-part-time-after-having-children-put-NHS-under-strain.html)
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Reference: [Female doctors who work part-time after having children put NHS under strain - Telegraph](http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/10101276/Female-doctors-who-work-part-time-after-having-children-put-NHS-under-strain.html)
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Dear Sneha,
You seem to be really confused about what you want to do. You have stated that your preferred location was Pune, and so you took up a job offered during the Campus interview even though you did not like the job. I am sure that campus offers are not obligatory, and you could have rejected the offer and waited for a job that you liked.
Similarly, you say that you are getting married in 4 months, and you are being pressured by your parents to move back home. Please may we know where you are from and where your would-be husband is working? What happens if your husband is transferred; will you be near your parents?
You also do not seem to like the slow pace of work. People who change jobs so quickly will always be at a disadvantage unless they can convince the interviewer why they kept changing jobs. The same would be the case with people having gaps in their employments. Telling a lie is an option; however, it's an option that has its own perils. It requires someone with a profound memory to ensure that they say the same thing all the time.
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You seem to be really confused about what you want to do. You have stated that your preferred location was Pune, and so you took up a job offered during the Campus interview even though you did not like the job. I am sure that campus offers are not obligatory, and you could have rejected the offer and waited for a job that you liked.
Similarly, you say that you are getting married in 4 months, and you are being pressured by your parents to move back home. Please may we know where you are from and where your would-be husband is working? What happens if your husband is transferred; will you be near your parents?
You also do not seem to like the slow pace of work. People who change jobs so quickly will always be at a disadvantage unless they can convince the interviewer why they kept changing jobs. The same would be the case with people having gaps in their employments. Telling a lie is an option; however, it's an option that has its own perils. It requires someone with a profound memory to ensure that they say the same thing all the time.
From United Kingdom
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Dear Simhan,
Thanks for replying. To answer your queries, my fiance is an architect and has his own firm in Pune, so relocating is ruled out. I understand that I would find it difficult if I take a break.
Let me be very frank here now, the job I am currently engaged in is not something I can't sacrifice. The thing I am worried about is that if I decide to take a break and quit my current job as a trainer, which I just joined last month, it's best I omit it from my CV. But at the same time, my previous experience mostly highlights my background in recruitment. Now, if I search for a job after my marriage, I would likely only get opportunities again as a recruiter, which I don't want.
What do I do then? Are there any companies or consultants in Pune that hire freshers into training? If not, how do I develop my skill set to get the desired role?
From India, Pune
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Thanks for replying. To answer your queries, my fiance is an architect and has his own firm in Pune, so relocating is ruled out. I understand that I would find it difficult if I take a break.
Let me be very frank here now, the job I am currently engaged in is not something I can't sacrifice. The thing I am worried about is that if I decide to take a break and quit my current job as a trainer, which I just joined last month, it's best I omit it from my CV. But at the same time, my previous experience mostly highlights my background in recruitment. Now, if I search for a job after my marriage, I would likely only get opportunities again as a recruiter, which I don't want.
What do I do then? Are there any companies or consultants in Pune that hire freshers into training? If not, how do I develop my skill set to get the desired role?
From India, Pune
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Dear Sneha,
I agree with Simhan; the opportunities might dry up if you leave your current job. Finding a job in Pune is still relatively easy as long as you are currently employed. Employers tend to be wary of applicants with employment gaps. I would suggest holding onto your current role until you secure a new one. Wishing you all the best!
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From India, Mumbai
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I agree with Simhan; the opportunities might dry up if you leave your current job. Finding a job in Pune is still relatively easy as long as you are currently employed. Employers tend to be wary of applicants with employment gaps. I would suggest holding onto your current role until you secure a new one. Wishing you all the best!
Best regards, [Your Name]
From India, Mumbai
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