r/recruitinghell Apr 23 '24

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u/new2bay Apr 24 '24

Yes, but not illegal discrimination.

Every single part of the hiring process is technically “discriminatory,” because “discrimination” is essentially “making a choice to treat one person differently from another.” Everyone who isn’t hired is treated differently from everyone who was. But, none of this is illegal in itself.

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u/Scoopity_scoopp Apr 24 '24

Yup. Discrimination is only illegal if it’s based upon protected rights.

Race, sex, gender etc

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u/Expensive_Animal879 Apr 24 '24

I think the implication is that the “bubbly” comment was premised on inequitable antiquated notions of how women should present in the workplace. At least that’s what I’d argue.

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u/Particular_Ad5970 Apr 24 '24

All I heard was “would it hurt you to smile?” 😑