Dream Job, Nightmare Boss
I recently interviewed with a hot-shot company in my industry for a job that would put me in a fast track to the top of my field. I interviewed with two managers to whom I would report directly and they're eager to bring me aboard. However, when I met with the head of the organization, I endured the most toxic interview one could imagine. I'm sure it was meant to be one of those "stress" interviews, but now I'm having second thoughts about this employer. Afterwards, one of the managers called to tell me that I shouldn't let this person influence my decision to join the organization, that he was a manic-depressive, that I wouldn't have much contact with him and that he was being "isolated" from the rest of the staff. I'm used to high-stress work environments and can take a lot of guff, but this seems weird. Still, this job would be great for my career. They've made me an attractive offer. What should I do?