It could also be because they thought you were going automate them out of a job. People who aren't in the business of change don't like it as a general rule.
I actually took some pains to assure them I was not trying to do that. I offered to teach them the techniques I would use, which would actually have increased their market value. They just would not have a word of it. About 6 months later we were all laid off when the company folded.
I now hire spreadsheet testers on odesk for $10/hr. Upskill when you have the chance or die.
I now hire spreadsheet testers on odesk for $10/hr. Upskill when you have the chance or die.