Teen stabbed in leg, but makes it to job interview

[danns]

Now thats dedication!
Source:http://www.wellandtribune.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1422078

TORONTO

A 16-year-old Toronto student showed some real grit Wednesday and really impressed some potential employers, says The Canadian Press.

Despite being stabbed in the leg he showed up for a job interview instead of going to the hospital.

He another 16-year-old old were stabbed near a high school, sending the collegiate into lockdown and heavily armed police swarming through the area.

But staff at a veterinary clinic said the student showed up on time for his 1 p.m. co-op placement interview.

But when employees noticed blood on his leg, they called police.

He and the other student were finally taken to hospital.

"He did really well on the interview and we were very proud of him for sticking to the appointment," said veterinarian Kent Ackerman, adding he was "shocked" the teen would do so.

Police were looking for two or three suspects seen running north out of the area.

Initial reports of a gun being seen prompted Emergency Task Force teams to search the collegiate

[PrettyMao]

I would say that with such commitment and perseverance, this definitely gives him a leg up on the competition.

[7jai]

it would stink if he didnt get the job at the end lol

[sexpuppet6000]

Nice.... repost. :D

[Dash]

Reeeeeeepost

[Shaner]

This could actually end up hurting him in the long run though. If I was that employer, I would be wondering what kind of stuff is he into that resulted in him being stabbed? Perhaps he's a good kid and he just mouthed off at the wrong person, but perhaps he's into something he shouldn't be. It would make me wonder for sure and I probably wouldn't hire him because I wouldn't want that kind of attention at my business.

[JAC]

I hope they don't...give him the boot.

[windforcexx28]

it would stink if he didnt get the job at the end lol

+1

[markom]

Yes, it takes some courage but as an employer you have to wonder why he was stabbed. Wrong place at the wrong time or is he involved in some shady acivities?

[Chuck Chorus]

This could actually end up hurting him in the long run though. If I was that employer, I would be wondering what kind of stuff is he into that resulted in him being stabbed? Perhaps he's a good kid and he just mouthed off at the wrong person, but perhaps he's into something he shouldn't be. It would make me wonder for sure and I probably wouldn't hire him because I wouldn't want that kind of attention at my business.

I'd have to disagree with you here.

The fact that he still made it to the interview ON TIME despite having a serious wound on his leg... shows that he took the job and company seriously.

So what if he had a past full of hardships and trouble??

The important thing is that he took the initiative to search for honest work, earned a spot for an interview and had every intention of being there on time.

Of course.. sometimes the past doesn't want to forgive and, decides to hold a grudge against those who seek a change to better themselves :(
which I find very sad.

All in all though, I think he should have considered going to the hospital first before going to the interview. I mean, what if it was a more serious wound :confused:

^ He could have simply called in to tell them his situation and if they are understanding... perhaps re-schedule the interview. If not, I am sure there are other work opportunities out there for him.. or maybe not, what with todays messed up economy and all :mad:

[ruhroh]

This could actually end up hurting him in the long run though.

I agree, but for a different reason. He might not ever be able to call in sick, because his boss will just say "You came to the interview on time with a stabbed leg, a cold is nothing to you!".

[Matrixvibe]

I would say that with such commitment and perseverance, this definitely gives him a leg up on the competition.

lol..haha:lol:

[Lava]

I would say that with such commitment and perseverance, this definitely gives him a leg up on the competition.

It was pretty funny when i saw it on digg...

[Setz]

I would say that with such commitment and perseverance, this definitely gives him a leg up on the competition.

Oh. My. God.

[masterhapposai]

Stabbedleg Millionaire

[7Stryder7]

Now thats dedication!
Source:http://www.wellandtribune.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1422078

TORONTO

A 16-year-old Toronto student showed some real grit Wednesday and really impressed some potential employers, says The Canadian Press.

Despite being stabbed in the leg he showed up for a job interview instead of going to the hospital.

He another 16-year-old old were stabbed near a high school, sending the collegiate into lockdown and heavily armed police swarming through the area.

But staff at a veterinary clinic said the student showed up on time for his 1 p.m. co-op placement interview.

But when employees noticed blood on his leg, they called police.

He and the other student were finally taken to hospital.

"He did really well on the interview and we were very proud of him for sticking to the appointment," said veterinarian Kent Ackerman, adding he was "shocked" the teen would do so.

Police were looking for two or three suspects seen running north out of the area.

Initial reports of a gun being seen prompted Emergency Task Force teams to search the collegiate

i'm being uptight, but has any1 else noticed how the article contains several grammatical errors?

[ullyeus]

Yes, it takes some courage but as an employer you have to wonder why he was stabbed. Wrong place at the wrong time or is he involved in some shady acivities?

I would seriously doubt the kids ability to understand how to deal with difficult situations if he'd rather go to an interview VS seeking medical attention.

[BornRuff]

I'd have to disagree with you here.

The fact that he still made it to the interview ON TIME despite having a serious wound on his leg... shows that he took the job and company seriously.

So what if he had a past full of hardships and trouble??

The important thing is that he took the initiative to search for honest work, earned a spot for an interview and had every intention of being there on time.

Of course.. sometimes the past doesn't want to forgive and, decides to hold a grudge against those who seek a change to better themselves :(
which I find very sad.

Dude, this is a 16 year old kid applying for a co-op job. There is nothing in this thread to suggest he had any "past full of hardships". He could have easily been some rich kid who did something stupid.

When you say "honest work" is sounds like you think he was selling drugs or stealing to get by before. Your creating a huge narrative around this with no basis for it.

Your idea of the "past" is kind of funny too. Like sure, technically, by the time he got to the job interview, the stabbing was in the past, but likely only by a few minutes. The kid was still bleeding for Christ sakes, it was very much a present day concern.

[Krox]

I would seriously doubt the kids ability to understand how to deal with difficult situations if he'd rather go to an interview VS seeking medical attention.

I agree, I would wonder if this guy had any common sense. To me the proper thing would have been to call the interviewer and explain that you had a medical emergency that required you to go to the hospital. Apologize and ask if you could possibly reschedule.

Yes it shows dedication but also a total lack of judgment. By not going to the hospital this kid could be causing more damage to his leg which would require him more time to heal. As an employer I would want my employees to take care of their health and get better as quickly as possible.

[cmackie]

I would seriously doubt the kids ability to understand how to deal with difficult situations if he'd rather go to an interview VS seeking medical attention.

Agreed. If I was the interviewer, I would have thought this kid was brainless for not getting to the emergency room.

[perplexed_one]

I agree, but for a different reason. He might not ever be able to call in sick, because his boss will just say "You came to the interview on time with a stabbed leg, a cold is nothing to you!".

lmao, good point.


I would seriously doubt the kids ability to understand how to deal with difficult situations if he'd rather go to an interview VS seeking medical attention.

seriously.

also to emphasize Shaner's post, the kid must be up to no good to be stabbed in the leg. You don't get stabbed in the leg for no good reason, unless maybe you will mugged.

[Piccolo]

I agree, I would wonder if this guy had any common sense. To me the proper thing would have been to call the interviewer and explain that you had a medical emergency that required you to go to the hospital. Apologize and ask if you could possibly reschedule.

Yes it shows dedication but also a total lack of judgment. By not going to the hospital this kid could be causing more damage to his leg which would require him more time to heal. As an employer I would want my employees to take care of their health and get better as quickly as possible.
+1
First thing I thought after reading the acticle was that I would not want to hire someone with such poor judgement.