arbitrary interviews
[/ˈɑrbɪtˌreri ˈɪntərvjuːz/]
noun phrasepl: arbitrary interviews
entrevistas arbitrárias
1. Interviews conducted without a predetermined plan, random selection, or standardized criteria; interviews based on subjective judgment rather than objective guidelines
The company's hiring process relied on arbitrary interviews without structured questions, leading to inconsistent candidate evaluations.
O processo de contratação da empresa dependia de entrevistas arbitrárias sem perguntas estruturadas, resultando em avaliações inconsistentes dos candidatos.
2. Interviews selected or conducted in a capricious manner, without rational justification or fair methodology
The investigation criticized the police for conducting arbitrary interviews with suspects without proper documentation.
A investigação criticou a polícia por realizar entrevistas arbitrárias com suspeitos sem documentação adequada.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'arbitrary interviews' is often used critically in discussions about fairness in hiring, legal proceedings, and investigative journalism. Brazilian employment law (CLT) emphasizes non-discriminatory hiring practices, making arbitrary interviews potentially problematic. In the USA, arbitrary interviews without standardized criteria can expose companies to discrimination lawsuits, particularly regarding protected classes.
Related Idioms & Phrases
call someone in for an arbitrary interview
conduct arbitrary interviews
subject someone to arbitrary interviews
without rhyme or reason - interviews conducted arbitrarily
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