23 sexist questions in job interviews
Surely the job interview is one of the most complex situations to deal with when we face it. Currently there are thousands of tips, tutorials, guides and even coaching courses to support a job interview whatever its difficulty.
Another debate that is on the table is the role that some companies determine for the interviewer, dictating some corporate norms that are of dubious legitimacy, as some are accused of positively or negatively discriminating against gender sexual.
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Sexist phrases that should be avoided in an interview
Some companies with a prestigious reputation such as the Spanish airline Iberia, the Hewlett-Packard computer science or even the Coca-Cola Company, have received severe formal complaints for sexist treatment in terms of recruitment, especially in middle or executive positions and directors.
In this article we offer you the 23 most inappropriate phrases that are usually pronounced in job interviews.
1. Do you plan to have children in the future?
It is the star phrase/question of sexism, especially against women, where their chances of success are limited by the supposed maternal desire.
2. We need you to grow your hair long
Here is another example of a sexist phrase, where there are jobs that put the physical image before the professionalism of the worker. In most cases it affects women more.
3. What do you think of dating someone from the office?
Although it may seem incredible, it is normal to verbalize this phrase.
4. Do you have post menstrual syndrome?
Women are once again in the spotlight when facing a job interview.
5. You need more makeup for the next day
No comment, right?
6. Try to flirt with customers to close a sale
On many occasions, women are hired to attract potential clients.
7. Will you be able to adapt to such a masculine environment?
In some sectors the male gender is dominant. Women often suffer these types of questions from the company.
8. Where do you see yourself in the future?
This very simple question hides a desire to know if the candidate will start a family or not.
9. Being a father we do not know if you are available to travel
Having children does not imply the impossibility of moving.
10. Have you ever taken the low?
Women are implicated, unfairly, with a high level of temporary absence from work for both physical and physiological reasons.
11. Sorry, we require physical strength to perform company activities.
In some cases, such as in the logistics sector, women are penalized for not being "strong".
12. In the job ad, a secretary is requested, not a secretary
Men also find difficulties in some sought-after positions, such as those facing the public or secretarial.
13. Are you sure you're not going to have children?
A sexist question that addresses both the male and female gender.
14. At what age would you like to have children?
A very common phrase today.
15. Here the girls must wear skirts and heels
Clothing is another controversial element between men and women.
16. Do you prefer serving mothers or fathers?
It is a fairly recurring question in the commercial sectors.
17. We need a man with character for the executive position
Can't a woman have character?
18. Maybe you don't fit the profile, because we are looking for a woman
Women's clothing, baby or makeup stores, men are discriminated against because of their sexual condition.
19. Even if you have your period, it is not a reason to leave
Incredible as it may seem, these types of statements are currently being made.
20. You have to wear a blouse here
The external appearance is once again a priority for some firms
21. Do you or your partner usually cook?
A very typical occurrence in job interviews.
22. Which of the two usually takes the children to school?
These difficulties are faced by fathers and mothers in many candidacies.
23. You have a driving license?
According to a study, 95% of women are asked this question.