On: My worst tech interview experience

[lmilcin]

It is not speaking up, it is just complaining.

Speaking up is aimed at fixing the problem. People who "speak up" do it because they believe it is necessary to create publicity around the problem to get it fixed.

[mixmastamyk → lmilcin]

There is no way to “fix the problem” as the interviewee, unless you have invented a mind-control device. You can merely say no, and only if you are a desirable candidate can it have an effect other than “pushing on a string.”

I can’t think of a better approach than the golden rule here.