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#RI-69ba6dec·3 months ago·
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Lookback: interviews

honesty vs. avoiding the issue

I was terminated for cause due to my own mistake

What I wish I knew
"how to balance honesty with self-protection"
If I could tell you one thing
"be prepared to discuss past mistakes tactfully"
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6/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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