A recent viral sensation has left netizens both amused and contemplative. The epicenter of this digital storm? A seemingly innocent screenshot posted on the popular BPO Security Files page, a virtual watering hole for BPO employees. This single image unleashed a torrent of reactions, ranging from laughter to indignation, and raised a few eyebrows along the way.
“What Money?” – The Rejection Letter That Stole the Spotlight
The heart of this tale lies in a rejection letter sent by a company to a hopeful job applicant. The text read, “After weeks of consideration, we have decided to go with another candidate who is better suited to our needs at this time. It was noted during your interviews, you told both our recruiter and the hiring manager that ‘they wasted your time because they were late’ and ‘you took time off from work just to hear a low ball offer and that we should have posted the salary range in the job description.’ We told you that we do this so people won’t apply just for the money. After which you replied ‘what money?'”
This rejection letter, with its cheeky twist, quickly garnered attention, racking up an impressive 700 and counting reactions and over 100 comments. It came complete with a caption that struck a chord with many: advising hiring managers to consider including the salary range in their job posts.
“We’re All Working for Money, Right?” – The Internet Reacts
As the online community embraced this viral sensation, some netizens couldn’t help but emphasize the obvious: the majority of us work primarily for financial gain. One user playfully remarked, “Diba nagwowork tau dahil sa Money? Lol nice try,” highlighting the irony of the situation.
Another Facebook user couldn’t contain their disbelief, exclaiming, “That is ridiculous! Kaya be punctual during interviews and accept feedback from the applicants as well.” This sentiment was echoed by another page member, who wondered if the person composing the email was genuinely serious. They quipped, “Wtf, seryoso ba yang tao na yan habang nagcocompose ng email? Hahahaha. We hop because we need higher compensation. Are they for real?”
Calls for Transparency and Professionalism
The call for transparency in job postings did not go unnoticed, with one netizen applauding the applicant for calling out the recruiter and the hiring manager for their tardiness. They emphasized that while some aspects of the applicant’s response may have been better left unsaid, there’s no excuse for lateness in a job interview. They added, “Be professional. Kakahiya! Additional: Normalize putting the max salary/offer in the job posting!”
A Facebook user claiming to be a recruiter also weighed in, condemning the rejection letter as “inappropriate” and a prime example of a bad candidate experience. They highlighted the unfortunate prevalence of such old-school and entitled recruiter behavior but reassured readers that companies are taking steps to improve their practices, even recording recruiter calls and addressing any missteps.
Potato Corner: The Comedic Culprit
Adding a dash of humor to the situation, some netizens jokingly attributed the rejection letter to Potato Corner, a franchise business that recently gained notoriety for its seemingly outlandish job requirements. Users on X, previously known as Twitter, seized the opportunity to flood the platform with hilarious memes targeting Potato Corner.
The company’s posted requirements for crew members, which included age restrictions, mathematical prowess, specific physical attributes, and language skills, appeared so absurd that they became an internet sensation themselves.
The Daily Netizen 