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Interesting perspective.

I can only speak for myself of course: The issue only happens in online meetings and probably only with specific teams. So, I would have "slipped through", if your interview process is in-person.

It starts with the awareness in my opinion. There are people who talk a lot and enjoy dominating the conversation. I wrote an extensive FAQ on why Unblah is not for them.

Those who (like me) talk a lot but are painfully aware – I think aren't extremely damaging. I hope.




It's probably more common as the person becomes more familiar with the group -- at least it is for me. That'll make it hard or impossible to identify during interviews.

I've been trying not to speak at all during meetings, instead following up in chat. As a bonus, this means there's a searchable record of the details, and thus is far more valuable than any in person or video meeting could ever be.


> It's probably more common as the person becomes more familiar with the group -- at least it is for me. That'll make it hard or impossible to identify during interviews.

Agreed.

> I've been trying not to speak at all during meetings, instead following up in chat.

How does that work? I mean, interpersonally?


I've always been on small teams so I think it works ok, but I guess it could be an unfair burden for my coworkers. Maybe I should ask.


You're someone who has recognised it and built a tool using the skills you have. I doubt you are damaging to a team at all! In fact, it's impressive.




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