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Re:Ask HN: How do detect a crappy boss / toxic environment w... by zamalek on Friday April 08, 2016 @03:35AM (#11453158)
Just to add to this awesome answer: it is as much an interview for them as it is for you. Press them with hard questions.
Re:Ask HN: How do detect a crappy boss / toxic environment w... by arien on Friday April 08, 2016 @07:18AM (#11453860)
This. I usually make a list of things I know I want in a job and use those few "ask me anything" minutes to make sure a company ticks all these boxes (or as many as possible).

I mean, if we're lucky enough to work in a sector with lots of offers available, better make the best of it by finding a place we truly enjoy.

Maybe it ends up being one that pays you a bit less but has an amazing crew or great benefits or work/life balance. Find out what matters the most to you and make sure you get an acceptable answer (from several sources if possible) before committing to a company.