Ever been in a situation where a friend asks for a favor that’s just… well, impossible? Meet our friend here, who works for a materials company that’s currently on the hunt for a research scientist. Their friend Stella, a hairstylist, is eager to fill the role. Sounds a bit off, right? Well, buckle up, because this story is about to take you on a wild ride of friendship, expectations, and a whole lot of chemical reactions!
The Job Hunt Begins ️♀️

Enter Stella, the Stylist Scientist? ♀️

The Unusual Request

Stella’s Strong Stand

A Tangle of Misunderstandings

The Reality Check

Stella’s Unwavering Confidence

The Final Verdict

The Scissors Metaphor ✂️

The Fallout

A Hair-Raising Tale of Friendship and Misunderstandings
In a twist of expectations, our friend finds themselves in a dilemma when Stella, their hairstylist friend, asks for a recommendation for a high-level scientist position. Despite explaining the complexities of the role and the required qualifications, Stella remains undeterred, convinced her hairstyling background equips her with a ‘full’ understanding of chemistry. Our friend, however, stands firm, refusing to risk their professional reputation. Now, Stella accuses them of disrespect and being an a**. A classic case of mismatched expectations and a friendship caught in the crossfire. Let’s delve into the world’s reactions to this tangled situation…
NTA, but wouldn’t let her do my hair

NTA. Find a new hairdresser before chemistry melts your hair

NTA. Stella’s cluelessness and arrogance are a**holery at its finest

NTA thinks hairstylist’s arrogance will backfire in front of boss

NTA, but will she even get past the recruiter?

From tarot readings to astronauts: alternative career paths!
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NTA: A stylist’s over-confidence and disrespect for the profession

Cosmetologist vs. Research Chemist: A Clash of Qualifications and Respect ♀️

NTA, students and dancers share their qualification struggles.

“Confidence alone doesn’t qualify you for certain jobs “

Recommend her when she lets you cut her hair. NTA

NTA: Job requirements not met, it’s cut and dry

NTA: When recommending a hairstylist for chemistry, qualifications matter ♀️

NTA. Complimented on keeping a straight face, but comedy’s over.

“Whack as f**k” – Protect your reputation from disparaging achievements.

“NTA. Does she know what a PHD is? And what one does to obtain a PhD? I love to bake so, like your hairdresser I have some ‘experience’ with chemistry. And I tend to think with enough practice and training I can do just about anything. But I am also aware enough to understand I am not a viable candidate for any job that lists as a requirement a PhD in any subject. NTA. But get a new hairdresser.” – Engaging comment and a sassy reply!

“NTA
You’re right, she thinks it’s an easy meal ticket. “
NTA: Find a new hairstylist who won’t bite off more.

College student struggles with chemistry, doubts stylist’s qualifications.

NTA for being cautious about personal recommendations. Social media norms vary.

NTA-she’s a delusional moron. Can’t ‘pick up’ science quickly?

NTA. Shutting down an entitled applicant with humor and caution.

NTA. Paper planes to space shuttles? Dream big, buddy!

Unqualified hair stylist sparks heated debate.

“NTA, not even remotely. You have a professional reputation to consider and your colleagues would rightly doubt your judgement if you were to recommend her. You’d be a laughing stock. Her degree of Dunning-Kruger self-delusion is boggling. If she persists in whining about it, I think it’s time to cut her out of your life.”

“NTA. Your friend sounds like a complete lunatic “

NTA, but beware of Stella’s hair skills

NTA. Be clear and technical. Qualifications matter for the role. ♀️

Terminal degree required. Conversation ends. NTA.

Hilarious NTA comment! Did she study chemistry at a beauty school?

Audacity on the periodic table? The abbreviation is AH?

Scientist stands up against demeaning hairstylist, NTA

Qualifications matter! NTA. Education is key for this position.

Home hair coloring success! Can Stella recommend a salon job?

NTA: Setting boundaries and directing friend to HR for qualifications

Vaccine skeptic? This comment section is for you!

“NTA at all. She’s right, she can go get a PhD! ♀️”

Not the a**hole. Let’s dive into the tangled qualifications!

Confident but clueless: The Dunning-Kruger effect in action ♀️

Hairstylist defends qualifications, urges scientist to grow up ♀️

A scientist dismisses a hair stylist’s qualifications with humor.

NTA. Email HR to decline being reference for unqualified acquaintance.

Not the a**hole. Let’s hear the juicy details!

Chemist refuses to apply for job, not the a**hole

Doubting the legitimacy? Let’s uncover the tangled truth! ♀️

Did the hair stylist inhale too much hair dye? NTA

NTA: The dangers of misinformation and self-proclaimed expertise

“NTA. Bartender thinks they’re qualified for addiction treatment based on experience ♀️”

Your ‘friend’ is a jackass of the first order. ♀️ NTA

Find a new hairstylist and block her number. ♀️

NTA, hilarious hubris! Share with HR to protect yourself

Hairdresser admits lack of chemistry knowledge for job position. ♀️

NTA. Polite response to avoid recommending untested work relationship.

Chemistry degree vs. hairdresser skills: A tangled expertise battle ♀️

Hilarious encounter with a crazy applicant! NTA for sharing!

Hilarious comment, definitely not the a**hole here!
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Doubting experts and trusting karate-kid style training montages?

Undergrad degree, but not confident enough to apply? NTA!

Confident but clueless applicants: a frustrating experience for interviewers.

Friendship over? NTA stands up to unreasonable demands
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Hairstylist defends qualifications, declares NTA in job dispute. ♀️

NTA. Time for a new hairstylist!

NTA challenges scientist’s qualifications, sparks humorous response. ♀️

Hairdresser vs Scientist: A battle of qualifications and egos!

NTA – Unqualified stylist could ruin your reputation with higher-ups ♀️

NTA. Reputation at stake. Recommending her would damage yours.

NTA! Friend expects job she’s underqualified for. Time to cut ties.
