Worst Inteview Ever!!

[cheerfuldom]

Judging from the fact that my mom was in an abusive relationship for many years, trust me, that mom knew exactly what was going to happen. She was trying to remain neutral so she wouldnt have that wrath directed at her. If this was totally out of character for him, she would have looked at him funny, said something or become embarassed. Sounds like she just sat there so yeah, this is not new behavior. You can bet why the babysitter quit. I would send an email this morning and make sure they did not enroll or think there was anyway in he** you would work with someone like that.

[Mister Sir Husband]

I wouldn't waste my time emailing them to say "I don't feel it would be a nice fit"

I would email them and say his poor attitude, rudeness, and disrespectful display that happened in your home is the 100% reason his children are not welcome, and if he ever steps foot on your property again he will be escorted away.

[saved4always]

:hug:

I am so sorry that they were so awful and upset you so much. I would have been a wreck after that, too. At least he showed his true colors in the interview so you know not to take them on.

[Leigh]

I wouldn't waste my time emailing them to say "I don't feel it would be a nice fit"

I would email them and say his poor attitude, rudeness, and disrespectful display that happened in your home is the 100% reason his children are not welcome, and if he ever steps foot on your property again he will be escorted away.

I agree. Tact is not necessary with that kind of behavior. I would point blank state that you are not interested in ANY further contact with them and why. I would probably also mention as a side to Mom that I hope Dad is able to get the help he needs to control his anger (because I can't help but address those kinds of behaviors).

[Play Care]

Judging from the fact that my mom was in an abusive relationship for many years, trust me, that mom knew exactly what was going to happen. She was trying to remain neutral so she wouldnt have that wrath directed at her. If this was totally out of character for him, she would have looked at him funny, said something or become embarassed. Sounds like she just sat there so yeah, this is not new behavior. You can bet why the babysitter quit. I would send an email this morning and make sure they did not enroll or think there was anyway in he** you would work with someone like that.

[Margarete]

Considering how sudden the outburst was at THAT policy, and saying that they only wanted 2 days then. I'm guessing that they only intended on usually using 2 days, or only need 2 days, and didn't want to pay for the third unless they used it, but wanted access to the 3 days in case for no extra cost. His reaction was unacceptable.

[My3cents]

3 yr old, 3 days a week. Babysitter quit so they wanted to get him in a home daycare to interact with other children.

Everything was fine for about the first 45 minutes, they said they wanted me & they liked everything...they were nice. Once I started talking about my contract with charging when he wont come & when he is sick. The dad literally blew up on me! Saying how in the heck can I do that, I'm not paying you when my son doesn't come( he said this multiple times)...basically said if my house was a sh*t hole he would have walked right out the door once He heard that but he was giving me respect because my house is nice & I have a nice set up...blew up on me some more saying He doesn't have extra money to be paying me for services when he isn't using them.I was so worked up, As soon as they left I went outside to find my husband...I started bawling my eyes out & shaking so bad. The dad turned into a complete jerk...the mom's attitude totally changed also. The dad said well we might just use you two days a week then. Then he asked me what he is suppose to do when their son is sick & asked me how sick he has to be for me not to take him.

I have never had someone at an interview disrespect me so badly.

Like honestly he scared the crap out of me once I seen that side of him

I will be E-mailing them in a little bit to tell them I feel they are not a good fit for the spot I have open.

The interview would have ended. I would have been polite and said this......

I don't think we are going to be a good fit. Excuse me but I am done. Thank you for your time. If he wouldn't have up and left, I would have gone to get my husband. Its ok to tell someone this. I am sure you were just taken back as I probably would have, but coming here to the forum has made me a stronger person and I would like to think that this is what I would have done or would do if I experience someone speaking to me that way-
hugs to you and move on. You will find someone that fits your program and respects you. Another approach is to direct him to a center where they take less days off but they charge a much higher price- Ugh I feel for you I would not want to deal with this type of client on a regular basis. No way, no how, no thank you....NO NO NO......GO

[Shell]

Hmm, so I wonder why the babysitter quit ::

This guy is crazy, and I wouldn't ever communicate with them ever again. I personally wouldn't email either, but if mom does contact you I would just say the spot has been filled, thanks for your interest. Good luck finding someone that is going to put up with that nonsense

[My3cents]

She was very talkative until we started discussing my policies. She then got real quiet the remaining 15 minutes of the interview and just stood there looking over my info without talking. Her husband would try to get her opinion on my policies and every time he asked her a question she just said "I dont know" or shrugged her shoulders.

I told him that charging for enrollment is usually how it is in home daycare's/centers... He didn't believe me.

let him find out! Bye Bye.

Sounds like he intimidates his own wife

[My3cents]

thats horrible. The other day, my friend who is a provider had an interview and the mom and dad got into a fight right there in the play room. Imagine that, what the heck are you suppose to do then.

ask them to leave~

I don't do interviews during daycare hours.......another reason why to add to my list- I don't want to deal with that. Your talking therapy $ now- tee hee

[KiddieCahoots]

I am not suggesting you send the following. It is an example of what my email would be in the situation.

Good evening Mr. & Mrs. ________,

I cannot type it was nice to meet you. It was actually one of the most awful displays of disrespect I’ve witnessed from potential clients. I am not accustomed to cursing, yelling and disrespect in my home business.

Based on how quickly Mr. ________ erupted as we reviewed the program’s policy and he learned fees are based on enrollment and not attendance (sick days). We are in agreement. You are correct. You will not have to pay me for days your child is not in attendance. Mr. _______ ’s outburst demonstrated we are not a right fit.

In closing, I wish your family success in your search childcare.

Respectfully,

Not-Your-Doormat-Provider

KidGrind, I gotta hand it to you....you have the best letters....hands down!!!


This guy....ABUSIVE written all over him! Thank God he's not the majority.
Sorry his darkness was able to creep into your world, even for a moment.

[trix23]

Wow. What an *******. Better off as you are, my friend ! For the future, maybe say something like, "We are all adults here and we need to speak respectfully to each other. If you don't like my policies or cannot behave like an adult, then I ask you to leave."

[KidGrind]

KidGrind, I gotta hand it to you....you have the best letters....hands down!!!


This guy....ABUSIVE written all over him! Thank God he's not the majority.
Sorry his darkness was able to creep into your world, even for a moment.

Thank you! When I am irritated or , I’ll let people have it in person, email , text or letter. If it’s something without emotion I get stuck and **** like a monkey’s morning breath.

[Heidi]

I wouldn't waste my time emailing them to say "I don't feel it would be a nice fit"

I would email them and say his poor attitude, rudeness, and disrespectful display that happened in your home is the 100% reason his children are not welcome, and if he ever steps foot on your property again he will be escorted away.

You have no reason to be anything but straightforward. He doesn't deserve "not a good fit".

[MarinaVanessa]

I'm curious if this guy is really going to have the nerve to want to come back. I'd be embarrassed of my DH if he ever acted in this way and for THAT reason alone I wouldn't want to sign up with that daycare. Do people really have no shame? :confused:

Update??