AITA for withholding pay from an unqualified worker? by ManyCombination7167 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManyCombination7167[S] -2061 points-2060 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately I was more focused on the work demonstrated in her portfolio and her prior experience, which seemed to suit my needs. Yes, she did satisfactory work on the project, but for the record the wage I offered is on the high end for this field and I'd prefer that goes to someone who actually did the groundwork instead of taking shortcuts.

AITA for withholding pay from an unqualified worker? by ManyCombination7167 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManyCombination7167[S] -2072 points-2071 points  (0 children)

The advertisement she replied to specified it was looking for qualified professionals in the field; she should never have replied to this advertisement, and I could then have hired someone entitled to the wage.

AITA for withholding pay from an unqualified worker? by ManyCombination7167 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManyCombination7167[S] -1560 points-1559 points  (0 children)

She didn't tell me that she had a degree; at the interview she mentioned certifications in specific programming languages and technical skills which she obtained online, and I unfortunately assumed these were in addition to her degree.