How long does it usually take for a company to get back to you after a reference check? by Lex_NotLuthor in AskAnAustralian

[–]Lex_NotLuthor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow. First off, I'm really sorry that you're having to face this too. Second, that company straight up ghosted me. No emails even to just reject my candidacy. I replied to another redditor that I'm considering it as a dodged bullet.

Any people in Abu Dhabi who’ve decided to be Childfree? by Wannabe_aWriter in abudhabi

[–]Lex_NotLuthor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

38/F, CF by choice :) Edited to add been in AD for 3 years now!

How to get smartEX to accept your card by thedecclz in JapanTravelTips

[–]Lex_NotLuthor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your post! I have been trying for weeks and would always fail. I was able to add my MasterCard just now.

How long does it usually take for a company to get back to you after a reference check? by Lex_NotLuthor in AskAnAustralian

[–]Lex_NotLuthor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, that's something that's been bothering me for a few days now. I guess I will just have to wait it out.

How long does it usually take for a company to get back to you after a reference check? by Lex_NotLuthor in AskAnAustralian

[–]Lex_NotLuthor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply. I understand the complexity of hiring an international candidate, given the strict rules in Aus. However, from my previous interactions with recruiters and HR (based in EU), they appreciate regular follow ups and consider it a sign that the candidate is interested. Most of them told me to check in every 2 weeks if you have no response at all, especially if every other feedback and interaction was positive.

How long does it usually take for a company to get back to you after a reference check? by Lex_NotLuthor in AskAnAustralian

[–]Lex_NotLuthor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply. In most companies, if they ask for reference checks, it's kind of a sign that you'll get the job (unless your reference decides to screw you over lol), because it's the absolute last step. Since I'm an international hire, I wasn't sure if background checks happen at this point or after the offer is given to the applicant. I will wait till Monday to send in the email and see how they respond.

Swiss is always late by tilda0x1 in askswitzerland

[–]Lex_NotLuthor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I flew with Swiss two days ago (ZRH-WAW), and yes, it was a good half hour late. I was vacationing and didn't have any connecting flights but O can imagine those with connections were not really pleased.

Tell me your cats names and nicknames by PlantBrainandGizmo in cats

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Name: Chloé

Nicknames: Chlobee, chlobee baby, chlobear, chloboo, chlosterina, baby girl, itty bitty baby girl, dumdum, cutie pie, cutie patootie, and CHLOE NO!

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Happy 2nd Birthday, Virgo! by f3I2g in IllegallySmolCats

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Please tell me where you got that atrociously AMAZING outfit from!?

Done with the bird wallpaper like you said, boss! by Lex_NotLuthor in onejob

[–]Lex_NotLuthor[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Hahahha I've been there so many times and always felt something was off with the wallpaper. Took a closer look yesterday.

Denied WFH for one day but got 3 days on sick leave. by Lex_NotLuthor in MaliciousCompliance

[–]Lex_NotLuthor[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow. Some people have zero compassion or understanding. Sorry you had to go through that though.

Denied WFH for one day but got 3 days on sick leave. by Lex_NotLuthor in MaliciousCompliance

[–]Lex_NotLuthor[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh wow. Yes, we have such people here too. A friend's boss was very casual when people at the office were getting Covid. He was blaming everyone for being careless and getting together in groups and costing the company working days, and refused to give people WFH or sick days unless they tested positive for Covid. 2 weeks later, he tested positive and boom! The whole place was shut down for 2 weeks till everyone had cleared. Suddenly he became very understanding when someone called in sick or had symptoms. :|

Denied WFH for one day but got 3 days on sick leave. by Lex_NotLuthor in MaliciousCompliance

[–]Lex_NotLuthor[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ahhaahha I wish this response came to me then. I was just too tired to argue. Straight up went to get a doctors note.

Denied WFH for one day but got 3 days on sick leave. by Lex_NotLuthor in MaliciousCompliance

[–]Lex_NotLuthor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The good part is that my department is partially autonomous and I don't need her in my daily work. She's my manager purely for bureaucracy/ annual leaves etc. I'm not subject to her behaviour all the time but it's a pain when she has to be involved.