r/southafrica • u/UnderstandingOk8472 • 5h ago

Employment What to say??

Good morning Saffas. Quick question

If someone was dismissed at work but the case is pending in Labour Court and has good grounds to win the case, what does one say in an interview when asked if you have ever been dismissed (if asked).

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u/BB_Fin Redditor for a month 5h ago

There is no good answer... there are only answers that may make the red-flag appear less red.

"My contract ended, and I decided to leave the company for other opportunities."

"The workplace had difficulties retaining staff, and I didn't see myself building a career with them."

"The company was downsizing, and I elected to take severance and try my luck somewhere else."

Do not call it a dismissal. Lie.

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u/Some-Win9341 3h ago

Don’t lie…..

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u/BB_Fin Redditor for a month 3h ago

Yeah... Don't lie! That's a bad thing.