Re:Ask HN: What huge mistake did you make early in your career?
by makapuf on Sunday June 20, 2021 @06:36AM
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Telling the uncomfortable truth plainly is a reward, a grace to someone. Why would give this favour to a bad employer? Don't lie but let them sort out why you (and other valuable people) left. Find a friend to vent to.
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Re:Ask HN: What huge mistake did you make early in your career?
by emptysongglass on Sunday June 20, 2021 @06:42AM
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Because that's not compassion. The mercies we offer are chances for redemption. My team lead was young and inexperienced. I hope, with wisdom, he learns that telling the truth maximizes good outcomes.
Re:Ask HN: What huge mistake did you make early in your career?
by makapuf on Sunday June 20, 2021 @02:53PM
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Sure, that's a nice thing to share with people. But im not sure you should give such favour to a (bad) company.
Re:Ask HN: What huge mistake did you make early in your career?
by toss1 on Sunday June 20, 2021 @08:37AM
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Exactly - it's a judgment call.
When the compassion & effort of providing the info looks like it may possibly have a good effect, and is likely to be reasonably safe (e.g., minimal retribution/fallout effects, and is delivered with kindness - it can be good for all.
But one should first consider the consequences. Sometimes it really is best to just get away while the getting away is good.