Not going to lie- I was intimidated and almost canceled the interview based off of other's reviews, but I went ahead because why not? Being scared to do something is even more of a reason to follow through with it .
And it was actually the best interview I think I ever had? Swear on my life. We quickly realized that the job wasn't a fit, but the CEO gave some wonderful advice and even offered to help me in connecting me to a good job fit.
I can see how people might get offended, if you been in an environment that sugar coats their words- you'd default to taking her words personally. Having worked in an agency before, I know she's just straight forward, which I appreciate more than someone being faux-nice.