What are the most common elements in job hunting horror stories?

One common element is being unprepared. For example, not knowing basic information about the company. Another is technical glitches, like a bad internet connection for an online interview. Also, unexpected interruptions, such as a noisy background during a phone interview.

Getting lost is very common. Guides might not be as familiar with the area as they claim, leading the group astray. For example, bad map - reading or relying on faulty GPS can cause this.

One common horror story is when companies take forever to get back to candidates. They keep you waiting for weeks or even months without any update. It's really frustrating. Another is when they mislead about the salary. They advertise a certain amount but then offer much less when it comes to the actual hiring.

One common one is when the interview location is really hard to find. You end up getting stressed and flustered before you even start the interview. Another is when the interviewer is rude or condescending. It can really knock your confidence. And also, when there are technical glitches during a virtual interview, like the internet cutting out or the video freezing.

Another common horror story is workplace bullying. A new hire might be constantly picked on by colleagues. They might be excluded from team meetings or given false information on purpose, just to make their work difficult. This creates a really hostile work environment that's hard to thrive in.

The most common one is probably unexpected structural problems. For example, a cracked foundation that you don't notice until you start really looking. It can be very expensive to repair.

Unprofessional interviewers can create horror stories too. Some might be checking their phones during the interview or seem uninterested. One person told me that the interviewer was yawning constantly, which made them feel like they were boring the interviewer. This lack of professionalism from the interviewer's side can really put off the candidate and make the interview a horrible experience.

Lack of privacy is a common one. For example, like in my case as a live - in caregiver, my room was right next to the patient's, and I couldn't even have a normal conversation on the phone without being overheard. Another is bad living conditions, such as dirty or cramped spaces.

Poor management is very common. Like bosses who are either too hands - off or too overbearing. For instance, if a boss is hands - off, you may not get the support you need. And if they're overbearing, it can be very stressful.

One common element is lack of support from management. In many job horror stories, employees are left to deal with problems on their own without any guidance or help. Another is unrealistic workloads. People are often expected to do way more than they can handle in a normal workday. And then there's workplace bullying, which can make the job a living hell.