Community Discussions October 2023

Oct 31, 2023, 11:36:18 AM How much time do you typically spend preparing for a job interview if you really want the job?

Oct 31, 2023, 10:22:40 AM Good morning,

Oct 31, 2023, 8:37:18 AM I've moved to help take care of family and the best option for me is to work from home.

Oct 31, 2023, 5:53:10 AM "How long is too long for a senior level job search? "

Oct 31, 2023, 3:43:17 AM "I know the answer, maybe. "

Oct 31, 2023, 3:34:32 AM "Has anyone ever interviewed at a company that does not offer PTO? "

Oct 31, 2023, 3:04:06 AM College degree completion programs

Oct 30, 2023, 12:49:46 PM What will be the best way to reenter into the workforce after a career break?

Oct 30, 2023, 12:04:41 PM "Already disconnected mentally after 5 months. "

Oct 30, 2023, 11:36:08 AM How honest should I be when I formally submit my resignation to HR and my exit interview?

Oct 30, 2023, 9:44:28 AM "How do you tell your boss that your coworker threw you under the bus? "

Oct 30, 2023, 8:24:01 AM Hello Everyone- Can an employer extend a probationary period?

Oct 30, 2023, 8:21:49 AM "Need Feedback. "

Oct 30, 2023, 7:34:52 AM LinkedIn Work History

Oct 30, 2023, 7:14:39 AM I have been in the same industry for over 20 years.

Oct 30, 2023, 6:54:09 AM I recently started discussing a job opportunity.

Oct 30, 2023, 3:25:34 AM LinkedIn

Oct 30, 2023, 2:57:17 AM Eating at the desk

Oct 30, 2023, 2:36:18 AM Has anyone had any success creating posts to attract possible new jobs?

Oct 30, 2023, 2:15:41 AM I had a really great phone call with a recruiter which led to a zoom with the boss which also went really well.

Oct 30, 2023, 2:12:59 AM "Advice needed! "

Oct 30, 2023, 1:01:55 AM Freelance writing - apply, submit, rejection, repeat.

Oct 29, 2023, 11:04:59 AM I am a teacher looking to transition out of the classroom.

Oct 29, 2023, 10:19:35 AM When submitting a resignation letter, what should or shouldn't I say when I'm leaving because of uncomfortable, threatening, unethical, hostile, personal reasons.

Oct 29, 2023, 9:46:45 AM How do you ask your manager for a rise due to market analysis?

Oct 29, 2023, 8:59:31 AM Why are so many companies sending email responses after submitting a resume with "the position is now filled" the same day it was posted, or "we have decided to close the position because of lack of funding." Should HR departments have knows this prior to submitting the position?

Oct 29, 2023, 7:53:31 AM I work with only 5 people.

Oct 29, 2023, 4:59:31 AM Hi everyone, I am new here and wanted to see if there is anyone who can relate to my situation or can lend any advice.

Oct 29, 2023, 4:50:23 AM Is anyone else having a hard time trying to find a meaningful job?

Oct 29, 2023, 4:25:28 AM Moved for the job and found out on Monday that the company is laying off workers next month.

Oct 29, 2023, 2:30:05 AM "Why does nearly everyone here say that the job market is tough right now when the unemployment numbers are low? "

Oct 29, 2023, 2:22:21 AM I am seeking to make network connections in Healthcare Admin Specializing in Gerontology as F/42 in Buffalo/Niagara Falls, NY.

Oct 28, 2023, 12:00:57 PM Contacted about Mediation Process

Oct 28, 2023, 10:36:31 AM Hired for job.

Oct 28, 2023, 10:04:57 AM One of my employee's resigned to take a position with more pay, better title and remote option.

Oct 28, 2023, 7:48:50 AM When your boss wants you to make a bad decision

Oct 28, 2023, 4:54:34 AM Need Advice: IT | Certified - Finding Career Direction

Oct 28, 2023, 3:52:00 AM Looking for an Executive / Administrative Assistant position in the Philadelphia, PA area.

Oct 28, 2023, 3:43:13 AM Seeking full time receptionist employment in area code 10993

Oct 28, 2023, 3:17:15 AM "Should employers ask for samples and projects before even screening applicants? "

Oct 28, 2023, 2:44:35 AM Still looking for a fashion job as a seamstress, nothing tangible so far with so much applications sent out ?

Oct 27, 2023, 9:27:57 AM "How long to wait for the offer? "

Oct 27, 2023, 8:02:33 AM Hi everyone, I am 20

Oct 27, 2023, 7:45:05 AM "Thinly veiled micromanaging/trust issue or poor time management/etiquette from my manager? "

Oct 27, 2023, 7:16:45 AM Hi All, i work in an education and training sector and las month my department messed up and sent wrong documents which lead the education body to have a developmental meeting to tell us what we did wrong, my ceo sat in that meeting and she hung us out to dry indicating that we failed her and she quite embarrassed and so on, soo the next day we ended up having a meeting and the owner asked us if we are afraid to speak up , do my one work peer said that she shouldn't have spoken to us the way she did in front of those people and the external members actually called us to ask if we are okay.........she LOST it going on and on about how incompetent we are and she will not speak to the staff because apparently they are afraid of her and she will deal with one person only she doesn't even want to look at them in meetings so they must not be included,imagine this so anyway forward a week now she has a braai for one department and she leaves our department out it seems like segregation ...

Oct 27, 2023, 6:15:28 AM New Student

Oct 27, 2023, 2:21:21 AM Another question:

Oct 27, 2023, 2:10:35 AM Should I give up hope on this job?

Oct 27, 2023, 1:09:52 AM I am excited to have found this community.

Oct 26, 2023, 9:32:00 AM My boss will send me many teams messages and emails of work I already have on my list to do asking me to get it done.

Oct 26, 2023, 9:30:00 AM End of year work parties is it ok to not attend.

Oct 26, 2023, 9:10:09 AM Performance reviews are coming up

Oct 26, 2023, 8:09:43 AM I’d love some input on people’s experience with interviewing.

Oct 26, 2023, 8:00:29 AM Annual Planning Meeting - work for a small consulting firm for which we interact with multiple service providers for our clients.

Oct 26, 2023, 7:11:16 AM Does it seem like more and more there are bad managers and toxic work environments?

Oct 26, 2023, 5:21:50 AM "Interviewing for a job with no job description? "

Oct 26, 2023, 5:15:18 AM "It's been 3 months but it feels like 3 years. "

Oct 25, 2023, 12:27:15 PM to posture or not to posture?

Oct 25, 2023, 12:19:31 PM Does anyone know of free job coaching resumes services for the unemployed or recently laid off etc?

Oct 25, 2023, 12:01:56 PM "Advice for a young entrepreneur? "

Oct 25, 2023, 11:59:52 AM "A lot of interviewers…. "

Oct 25, 2023, 11:42:04 AM New boss coming from France

Oct 25, 2023, 11:15:05 AM They tried to rescind offer after I tried negotiating twice?

Oct 25, 2023, 9:58:50 AM I’m having a really difficult time finding a job, I have applied and applied and can’t even get an interview.

Oct 25, 2023, 9:49:14 AM Response to a PIP

Oct 25, 2023, 9:30:43 AM "How many bosses does one IC need? "

Oct 25, 2023, 9:27:51 AM I work in Education as an admin asst.

Oct 25, 2023, 9:02:32 AM "Games, red flags or....? "

Oct 25, 2023, 6:10:50 AM Should your resume and LinkedIn profile match each other word for word?

Oct 25, 2023, 5:38:52 AM I’m collecting a paycheck for what?

Oct 25, 2023, 5:04:22 AM Hi Everyone,

Oct 25, 2023, 4:42:58 AM Is it better to quit a job,or wait for termination?

Oct 25, 2023, 4:31:56 AM Hello ladies,

Oct 25, 2023, 3:04:58 AM Hi Ladies

Oct 25, 2023, 1:16:03 AM "Combative Employee Rubbing Patients the Wrong Way. "

Oct 24, 2023, 9:09:47 AM "I would really like to get into the field of international development, but my applications are being rejected. "

Oct 24, 2023, 7:19:48 AM UX/Design/Engineering Title Advice.

Oct 24, 2023, 7:01:27 AM "How do you say the listed salary is too low? "

Oct 24, 2023, 7:00:33 AM You may remember I'm the one that lost a new job after seven weeks.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:23:55 AM Today was the first time I walked out during an interview.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:02:04 AM "How long before the end of a contract do you usually hear about renewal? "

Oct 24, 2023, 2:28:46 AM Looking for work with Invisible Disability

Oct 24, 2023, 1:34:23 AM Is it ok to take a year off in your 50's?

Oct 24, 2023, 1:17:23 AM Hi

Oct 23, 2023, 12:58:18 PM Any advice out there?

Oct 23, 2023, 10:04:13 AM My work ppace has turned me into a little mouse.

Oct 23, 2023, 9:26:45 AM I just started this job 4 weeks ago and it wasn’t my ideal choice but it was an offer and I had to accept.

Oct 23, 2023, 9:23:10 AM My boss is not charging for my work.

Oct 23, 2023, 9:11:07 AM Have an in-person interview tomorrow and seeing red flags that it might not be a legit position.

Oct 23, 2023, 8:00:48 AM Have I lost my drive or just need a career pivot?

Oct 23, 2023, 6:57:43 AM Sometimes I wonder if I can handle working.

Oct 23, 2023, 4:14:38 AM Hi everyone!

Oct 23, 2023, 3:33:20 AM "Hello everyone! "

Oct 23, 2023, 3:28:23 AM Searching for a career change

Oct 23, 2023, 3:15:31 AM The realest get treated the worst but win in the end, i promise you that.

Oct 23, 2023, 2:53:07 AM Why is it so hard to find a decent paying job.

Oct 23, 2023, 2:21:13 AM Wanting to Return to the city!

Oct 22, 2023, 10:20:34 AM Anonymous Commenting

Oct 22, 2023, 9:39:55 AM Today, my "mind" is filled with endless possibilities and the potential for positive change.

Oct 22, 2023, 9:02:40 AM I started this job back in August and its been hell ever since.

Oct 22, 2023, 7:53:28 AM Every time I start a new job, I'm excited about the opportunity but as soon as I start doing well, my managers start turning on me and try to push me out of the company.

Oct 22, 2023, 5:48:34 AM Issues with coworker - very stressed about it

Oct 21, 2023, 10:40:27 AM "Always questioned as a YOUNG woman of color in leadership. "

Oct 21, 2023, 10:32:29 AM Hi Everyone

Oct 21, 2023, 9:40:59 AM "Time with clients--thoughts? "

Oct 21, 2023, 9:30:07 AM I can't handle the bureaucracy at my company.

Oct 21, 2023, 8:34:18 AM COO and HR Manager in cahoots to push me out

Oct 21, 2023, 4:39:33 AM Embarking on a new career!

Oct 21, 2023, 3:21:12 AM Hi everyone!

Oct 21, 2023, 2:37:43 AM "Thoughts - small company, toxic CEO - give that feedback in an upcoming review? "

Oct 20, 2023, 12:44:39 PM I have spent the last 9 months looking for a job and have had a few interviews that went well but didn't work out for various reasons.

Oct 20, 2023, 12:42:48 PM Hello Everyone!

Oct 20, 2023, 12:34:54 PM What kind of companies would be interested in someone who’s considering coming out of retirement for temporary or PT work?

Oct 20, 2023, 11:43:47 AM "I'm prejudiced and trying to fix that. "

Oct 20, 2023, 11:41:50 AM "Resume help needed. "

Oct 20, 2023, 11:08:51 AM Need a little advice.

Oct 20, 2023, 11:05:08 AM Stopped caring and quiet quit

Oct 20, 2023, 9:30:40 AM Can I run this by you, my fellow FGB-ers?

Oct 20, 2023, 9:18:29 AM Hello,

Oct 20, 2023, 8:55:18 AM My boss just told me that they are considering me for a role with bigger responsibilities.

Oct 20, 2023, 8:28:12 AM Artificial intelligence - curious if your employers are talking about how AI will enhance your work product.

Oct 20, 2023, 2:40:05 AM Hi Everyone!

Oct 19, 2023, 12:56:47 PM Hey Group,

Oct 19, 2023, 12:11:41 PM I'm leaving my company after 40 years and have a boss with low EQ.

Oct 19, 2023, 12:10:22 PM Good day FGB'ers.

Oct 19, 2023, 11:43:45 AM This is a question more about technology.

Oct 19, 2023, 11:39:08 AM This department is isn't a good fit but I like the company

Oct 19, 2023, 10:54:58 AM "How many PTO days do you get a year? "

Oct 19, 2023, 10:23:41 AM I was the senior employee in the QC department with over 13 years of experience and knowledge and was never ever treated this way.

Oct 19, 2023, 9:50:12 AM Any tips or resources on where to get executive career guidance?

Oct 19, 2023, 9:44:57 AM I am excited to start the search for a new career.

Oct 19, 2023, 8:42:36 AM What job sites for remote work from anywhere are recommended?

Oct 19, 2023, 8:41:08 AM Hi please help.

Oct 19, 2023, 8:15:45 AM I’ve been working as a Certified Medical Assistant for the past 10 yrs.

Oct 19, 2023, 7:55:51 AM I am a live in caregiver for *3* people and 1 is bed bound and 2 are in wheelchairs.

Oct 19, 2023, 7:29:56 AM I'm thinking about beginning a side gig in fundraising and event planning.

Oct 19, 2023, 6:36:59 AM Is it "normal" and "professional" for people to swear while ranting about customers and work?

Oct 19, 2023, 5:35:01 AM Complicated - Old School - Family Business - Drama

Oct 19, 2023, 1:34:41 AM Where do I start?

Oct 18, 2023, 12:34:52 PM I work in the DEI field.

Oct 18, 2023, 11:56:03 AM I’m starting to feel really discouraged!

Oct 18, 2023, 10:30:03 AM What is the best approach when working with someone who has a mean insecure personality?

Oct 18, 2023, 10:29:53 AM I got my substitute certificate and was approved by my local school board.

Oct 18, 2023, 9:29:10 AM Looking for advice because I am usually not one to take things to HR, but I fear if I don't say something this workplace hostility will continue.

Oct 18, 2023, 8:10:46 AM My employer does not want to hire an in-house HR person because they say the person wouldn't have enough work to do for our small company.

Oct 18, 2023, 7:45:03 AM "Good Morning! "

Oct 18, 2023, 7:24:57 AM Employment Lawyer

Oct 18, 2023, 7:15:51 AM Our boss called us all incompetent last week, he apologized but said It was our fault and to never make him that angry again.

Oct 18, 2023, 7:04:30 AM Been in education for 8 years now...and looking to change careers.

Oct 18, 2023, 4:20:43 AM Hi

Oct 18, 2023, 2:08:40 AM "I hate my job and spend my day hoping I will get good news about a job application? "

Oct 17, 2023, 12:50:36 PM Hello,

Oct 17, 2023, 11:14:20 AM I want to quit my job

Oct 17, 2023, 11:09:24 AM "I was laid off from two jobs within a year. "

Oct 17, 2023, 10:19:19 AM Hello, I recently recieved my diploma for AS business administration.

Oct 17, 2023, 10:16:29 AM "“Can I do anything for you?” - Exemplifies leadership. "

Oct 17, 2023, 9:49:20 AM I have been in my chosen career path for 5 years, and I’m starting to feel like I should have never gone into it.

Oct 17, 2023, 9:08:53 AM Hello everyone, I work with women in the STEM space, many are newcomers and I get some questions that I could use some extra advice on, happy to have found this great FGB chat spot to do just that :)

Oct 17, 2023, 8:25:34 AM Thank you very much, I appreciate being able to review comments on this site.

Oct 17, 2023, 8:20:18 AM "Job Search Advice needed... "

Oct 17, 2023, 7:40:50 AM Applied to job in July.

Oct 17, 2023, 6:03:09 AM "Hello fairgod bossers! "

Oct 17, 2023, 6:01:36 AM “Snakes in Suits: When Psychopaths Go to Work

Oct 17, 2023, 4:59:20 AM I accepted a director’s position at a university.

Oct 17, 2023, 4:26:50 AM I read a few of the comments and shook my head.

Oct 17, 2023, 3:22:35 AM Hello everyone, I recently finished a bootcamp on UX/UI, and am in search for my first role within this discipline.I am currently based in Toronto, ON.

Oct 17, 2023, 3:16:51 AM Hey Everyone, I recently got laid off from Expedia Group.

Oct 17, 2023, 3:16:40 AM Hey Everyone, I recently got laid off from Expedia Group.

Oct 17, 2023, 1:27:06 AM I am 56 and took about a 2 1/2 career break to care for family members.

Oct 17, 2023, 1:26:10 AM HR Manager putting a copy of PIP under my door and open

Oct 16, 2023, 8:46:22 AM I have been with the company I am currently working for 4years.

Oct 16, 2023, 8:12:36 AM Sexism in the work place

Oct 16, 2023, 7:57:37 AM I’m having a hard time working with a slacker/someone who does the bare minimum at work.

Oct 16, 2023, 7:24:34 AM How do you handle an issue where HR sends an employee a wrong information and threatning to suspend the employee only for HR to do an investigation and find out the information is false and they apologise to the employee .

Oct 16, 2023, 6:36:15 AM Earned a MS Clinical Psych with a lot of PHD work.

Oct 16, 2023, 3:09:27 AM Hello everyone, I left my toxic 9-5 post-MBA job where I was making $90k annually as a manager at a CPG firm in NYC.

Oct 16, 2023, 1:32:57 AM Hi Ladies,

Oct 15, 2023, 8:50:13 AM How would you address an insecure personality at work?

Oct 15, 2023, 7:59:24 AM I have an interview coming up for a Director of Strategic Initiatives position.

Oct 15, 2023, 1:22:16 AM Result of filing an EDR complaint against an abusive manager.

Oct 14, 2023, 9:54:18 AM When is time to seek legal advice, and or ask for a separation package.

Oct 14, 2023, 9:35:07 AM Have any of you successfully switched from teaching to another career?

Oct 14, 2023, 7:03:15 AM Good questions to ask in Marketing Manager interview?

Oct 14, 2023, 6:49:49 AM Entitled employees more concerned about money than proving their worth.

Oct 13, 2023, 12:41:51 PM I am in a new role where I report directly to the owners of the company.

Oct 13, 2023, 12:05:42 PM I was assigned a new client 2 months ago which has meant new portals and new processes.

Oct 13, 2023, 10:36:27 AM I have a very very insecure manager.

Oct 13, 2023, 10:26:46 AM I started working for a Biotech company about 1.5 years ago.

Oct 13, 2023, 10:11:17 AM Transitioning from Mortgage Loan Processor to what??

Oct 13, 2023, 8:49:43 AM Transitioning from Talent Acquisition to HR Roles

Oct 13, 2023, 8:42:17 AM I think I've been "ghost-fired"

Oct 13, 2023, 8:40:43 AM "How do I back out of feedback I provided about my leader? "

Oct 13, 2023, 6:43:12 AM Talking about previous workplace bullying with current coworkers -

Oct 13, 2023, 5:02:40 AM "New company might just be worse than my old. "

Oct 13, 2023, 4:53:50 AM Hello.

Oct 13, 2023, 4:52:57 AM "Confidentiality/non-competes, etc... "

Oct 13, 2023, 4:18:17 AM Are corporate engagement surveys really anonymous?

Oct 13, 2023, 4:16:57 AM I’ve been in my role for 8months now and it’s been a challenge such a change in environment compared to my previous role which I was in for 7 years .I love HR but am struggling with the type of HR work I’m now doing it’s more policing then enabling I’ve been in HR for close to 20 years and am wondering if it’s time a change in career or is it a change in job I’m really in a spin what more my manager is keen for me to relocate to another country doing a similar role for the company This excites me but what if I feel the same way what if I move my whole family and regret it Would love to hear your thoughts I’m 45 years old now so need to be more risk adverse

Oct 13, 2023, 3:18:27 AM How do you negotiate a separation package.

Oct 13, 2023, 3:14:25 AM "Bad experience led me to quit in this crazy market, how can I explain a gap? "

Oct 13, 2023, 2:18:12 AM Hi, I m presently working in a new job less than 2 months after gotten layoff.

Oct 13, 2023, 1:24:32 AM New LinkedIn Project Management Connections

Oct 12, 2023, 11:33:44 AM I just got laid off.

Oct 12, 2023, 11:18:38 AM Should you be honest in your stay interview?

Oct 12, 2023, 9:45:16 AM I am starting to believe I will never find a new job…

Oct 12, 2023, 8:50:58 AM I have been in HR for over 15 years.

Oct 12, 2023, 8:20:29 AM Transitioning to Retirement to something New.

Oct 12, 2023, 7:40:33 AM "Why is it hard to find a job in my area? "

Oct 12, 2023, 7:29:27 AM Should I tell my coworkers I am not friends with that I am leaving after I give my notice or should I let them find out from my manager?

Oct 12, 2023, 6:42:16 AM I have my first job interview.

Oct 12, 2023, 6:19:18 AM Need help with the realization of a startup

Oct 12, 2023, 3:58:42 AM "Good day family. "

Oct 12, 2023, 3:48:42 AM I am providing professional development to one of my staff.

Oct 12, 2023, 3:35:03 AM Currently I am employed with some people asking where i live.

Oct 12, 2023, 3:26:47 AM So, awhile back there was a discussion on how best to address an employment gap.

Oct 12, 2023, 3:17:20 AM Hey community!

Oct 12, 2023, 3:15:20 AM Hey guys!

Oct 12, 2023, 1:11:13 AM "Venting point.... "

Oct 11, 2023, 12:48:36 PM PIP

Oct 11, 2023, 12:16:34 PM Hi new to the site looking for a new opportunity.

Oct 11, 2023, 12:00:32 PM "Expected to work during time off... "

Oct 11, 2023, 10:58:50 AM Saw a recent study that employers promote women based on past accomplishments, while they promote men based on potential...

Oct 11, 2023, 10:17:41 AM Hi everyone, does refusing to self-identify (race gender, etc.) affect your application?

Oct 11, 2023, 10:03:30 AM Hello I've been at my job almost two years.

Oct 11, 2023, 9:19:30 AM Hello!

Oct 11, 2023, 9:04:26 AM I am a new-ish employee that works in a different location than the rest of my team.

Oct 11, 2023, 8:53:58 AM "Transitioning to Medicare while still working. "

Oct 11, 2023, 8:01:52 AM I work in a male dominated industry and I'm a young woman with a few years experience now in a Coordinator position.

Oct 11, 2023, 7:44:49 AM how do you know what career path you wanted to be in.

Oct 11, 2023, 6:42:50 AM Secret, targeted feedback for one team member.

Oct 11, 2023, 6:03:00 AM I am 34 years old, no college degree, and only have experience with housekeeping for the past 13 years at a university.

Oct 11, 2023, 5:01:31 AM Hi Everyone,

Oct 11, 2023, 4:50:43 AM "How long do you give a new job before deciding it's not for you? "

Oct 11, 2023, 2:34:26 AM My team keeps beating plan and last year’s numbers but my supervisor says that we have to work harder still including working more than 8 hours a day.

Oct 11, 2023, 2:09:47 AM Laid off today at 65.

Oct 11, 2023, 1:12:50 AM Follow up emails

Oct 11, 2023, 1:09:07 AM Can anyone share any recruiters in the Charlotte NC area?

Oct 10, 2023, 10:56:39 AM I have been looking for a job since May of this year and all this job hunting has me overwhelmed and very lost for any sort of answers.

Oct 10, 2023, 10:44:39 AM I interviewed at a company that had posted a new job opportunity.

Oct 10, 2023, 10:14:18 AM "Hello everyone! "

Oct 10, 2023, 9:29:56 AM "Hello! "

Oct 10, 2023, 8:26:02 AM In need of advice.

Oct 10, 2023, 7:53:55 AM No ticky – no shirty – previously I posted in this forum that I had an issue where the Purchase Order for a large client for the firm for which I provide consulting services was delayed - which meant the firm could not submit an invoice to the client for me to get paid (Purchase Order # has to be included on the invoice) .

Oct 10, 2023, 6:27:48 AM Do I collect ?

Oct 10, 2023, 6:21:01 AM What are your tips for networking in small social settings or events?

Oct 10, 2023, 5:10:26 AM Friend of Boss trash-talking workers, getting people fired

Oct 10, 2023, 4:49:33 AM I plan on announcing my retirement soon, but do plan on giving my company a 2 to 3 month notice.

Oct 10, 2023, 4:36:17 AM "Should I take the job? "

Oct 10, 2023, 4:10:30 AM hello!

Oct 10, 2023, 4:04:46 AM This is not my first post to Fairygodboss, but I'm really in a bad way mentally.

Oct 10, 2023, 3:15:24 AM "New Here! "

Oct 10, 2023, 2:48:33 AM "How do I find a headhunter? "

Oct 10, 2023, 2:33:19 AM "Hey everyone! "

Oct 10, 2023, 2:03:40 AM Hi everyone!

Oct 9, 2023, 12:50:54 PM "Remember there is a major disconnect with the Jobs Report/Media reporting and the reality in the market. "

Oct 9, 2023, 11:59:57 AM Has anyone had a company contact you via teams for an interview?

Oct 9, 2023, 10:58:52 AM I am looking for a remote customer service companies in the state of Nebraska that requires no travel.

Oct 9, 2023, 10:38:35 AM I was laid off from my job of 12 years 2.5 weeks ago.

Oct 9, 2023, 10:34:13 AM I have debated disclosing this on applications.

Oct 9, 2023, 10:18:57 AM About to quit my job without anything else lined up.

Oct 9, 2023, 8:45:01 AM Struggling finding a job due to lack of professional experience in the workforce.

Oct 9, 2023, 7:22:37 AM Hi Everyone!!

Oct 9, 2023, 5:51:58 AM I’ve been going through a struggle for organization ineffectiveness.

Oct 9, 2023, 3:31:39 AM "I never thought I'd find myself in this position, but I don't know where else to turn. "

Oct 9, 2023, 2:37:47 AM Happy Monday, I've officially been unemployed for one year and I desperately need a FairyGodMother.

Oct 9, 2023, 2:11:57 AM I have experience as a people ops analyst in tech.

Oct 9, 2023, 1:50:13 AM Happy Monday, I've officially been unemployed for one year and I desperately need a FairyGodMother.

Oct 8, 2023, 9:25:05 AM Hi,

Oct 8, 2023, 4:16:44 AM Hoping for advice…

Oct 7, 2023, 11:58:38 AM Applying for positions that are between 10-20K more than I'm current making based on industry interest; am I giving myself enough room to grow in the role if selected?

Oct 7, 2023, 11:55:15 AM I have an offer on the table to start a per project freelance job at $63 p/hr.

Oct 7, 2023, 8:17:32 AM Job Search Questions

Oct 7, 2023, 7:44:40 AM Update on “I work at an assisted living facility and I am being forced to work a job I can’t”

Oct 7, 2023, 6:41:39 AM I need advise on investing my Payoneer money.

Oct 7, 2023, 2:43:06 AM "Nothing is going like it’s supposed to. "

Oct 6, 2023, 11:34:19 AM Does anyone have connections with recruiters who work to fill NYC/remote jobs in marketing?

Oct 6, 2023, 10:20:09 AM Has anyone else who’s applying for jobs been bombarded with cold calls, emails and text from talent angencies with reps who can barely speak English?

Oct 6, 2023, 7:47:23 AM Hello Ladies!

Oct 6, 2023, 5:36:53 AM "Hi everyone! "

Oct 6, 2023, 5:10:04 AM Il a 63 year old man who decided to quietly quit last year.

Oct 5, 2023, 10:53:21 AM "Which Job Level should I apply to? "

Oct 5, 2023, 9:45:42 AM Got laid off after almost 20 years at company.

Oct 5, 2023, 7:33:56 AM Well, I got fired yesterday.

Oct 5, 2023, 6:40:22 AM Recruiters from temp agencies are not even answering my emails or calls.

Oct 5, 2023, 6:11:36 AM I am about to be offered a hybrid job that requires me to relocate.

Oct 5, 2023, 4:46:27 AM What I find is becoming a norm, is the promotion based on kissing up, and being held back because of your age.

Oct 5, 2023, 2:44:39 AM "Posting anonymously because I believe other people in my company are on this site! "

Oct 5, 2023, 2:08:38 AM "Ever feel like your workplace is falling apart? "

Oct 5, 2023, 1:43:43 AM Looking for a remote position, 5 years of operations experience and master's degree

Oct 5, 2023, 1:33:30 AM Reporting a misuse of power and fraud

Oct 4, 2023, 11:02:31 AM "It's time for our annual community survey! "

Oct 4, 2023, 9:45:01 AM Starting my own business today

Oct 4, 2023, 9:36:05 AM "How do you cope when it’s clear the boss you had grown to trust was gaslighting you? "

Oct 4, 2023, 8:17:55 AM I have 30+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition/Leadership and I am still getting declined for not having a Bachelor's degree.

Oct 4, 2023, 8:03:21 AM "Wtf is going on with employers??? "

Oct 4, 2023, 6:08:24 AM "Nervous about a company that prefers Ivy League grads. "

Oct 4, 2023, 6:05:48 AM I'm a VP at a company and I contracted COVID last week and my company won't pay for my sick time.

Oct 4, 2023, 5:15:51 AM "I am really struggling with getting an interview in this job market. "

Oct 4, 2023, 4:23:00 AM My manager knew I was dealing with a very close family member/SO dying this spring, and my "depression"(from the situation)/exhaustion combo impacted my performance to a degree.

Oct 4, 2023, 3:57:29 AM Excellent Article on How Companies Might Encourage Imposterization

Oct 4, 2023, 3:37:01 AM Sharepoint - for those that use Sharepoint to collaborate with your team...do you find it useful to use the feature to select a "color" for your folders?

Oct 4, 2023, 3:27:36 AM I recently asked my director if I could partake in my company’s health and wellness program.

Oct 4, 2023, 2:57:13 AM "Should they be asking for my birthdate and year? "

Oct 4, 2023, 2:35:20 AM "Anyone been through company closing? "

Oct 4, 2023, 2:13:36 AM Hi!

Oct 3, 2023, 12:53:02 PM My manager does not listen.

Oct 3, 2023, 12:30:01 PM In your experience does completing LinkedIn Learning Courses really help with getting jobs?

Oct 3, 2023, 12:26:55 PM Approaching month 7 of being laid off.

Oct 3, 2023, 11:06:12 AM Please HR people, what EXACT information is given to the employer when a credit check is done?

Oct 3, 2023, 10:35:01 AM Interview Vent

Oct 3, 2023, 9:03:19 AM "How has the job market changed? "

Oct 3, 2023, 9:00:32 AM Last year I took a position with a company I have wanted to work for.

Oct 3, 2023, 8:05:22 AM "Has anyone left their full time toxic job for a contract role ? "

Oct 3, 2023, 7:50:50 AM I'm currently in the process of transitioning out of the nonprofit sector into the corporate world after working in a number of roles in religious organizations.

Oct 3, 2023, 5:23:31 AM Hello all, I am looking for some resume advice.

Oct 2, 2023, 12:42:33 PM Why is that we are not allowed to bring up salary until after offer acceptance, but yet companies can ask what the range is that we are looking for right in the application?

Oct 2, 2023, 12:21:09 PM "I have a bossy coworker (male) who has usurped by (female) boss's authority previously, and attempted to do it again today. "

Oct 2, 2023, 12:07:53 PM I Love Being Treated Professionally - I am Over "Trendy" Companies

Oct 2, 2023, 11:45:05 AM Restructuring

Oct 2, 2023, 11:37:31 AM I was recruited away from a company only to be laid off three months later at my new company.

Oct 2, 2023, 10:47:17 AM "Which job boards have you found the most effective for getting interviews? "

Oct 2, 2023, 10:15:41 AM I am sick of how all my previous employers treated me.

Oct 2, 2023, 10:00:21 AM Sunday Scaries "wine session" - After being in the the same career for over 18 years, including one position for 8 years with 2 promotions, in 2017 I left that field and have been trying to figure out what I have wanted ever since.

Oct 2, 2023, 9:27:35 AM I’ve enjoyed being on these boards for several years, but the number of men now posting and shouting down/mansplaining to women is deeply disappointing.

Oct 2, 2023, 9:11:45 AM Need some advice on how to navigate my toxic female boss with scarcity mindset.

Oct 2, 2023, 9:09:37 AM Been applying to jobs for a few months now and have hit around 200+ applications with nothing promising.

Oct 2, 2023, 8:46:59 AM I work at an assisted living facility and I am being forced to work a job I can’t.

Oct 2, 2023, 8:18:59 AM I'm a recent grad with a B.S in Physics

Oct 2, 2023, 8:11:12 AM Can you tell me the best platforms to create ATS-friendly resumes for free?

Oct 2, 2023, 7:51:47 AM How to handle a boss that talks over me and others on their team during meetings?

Oct 2, 2023, 4:17:36 AM My probation is coming up in a fortnight.

Oct 2, 2023, 2:56:00 AM I live in rural West Virginia, master's level counselor/therapist with lots of experience and great references, but no license.

Oct 2, 2023, 1:45:26 AM "For those who identify as female, what “traditions” exist today within the world of work that need to be removed or updated? "

Oct 2, 2023, 1:35:49 AM Any advice on how to generate writing samples for a content writer position if you are transitioning from another career path?

Oct 1, 2023, 11:56:22 AM Has anyone on here taken Course Careers for getting into tech, particularly their SDR/BDR module?

Oct 1, 2023, 11:35:12 AM Hi, currently working as a clinical manager who has experience in submitting prior authorizations and dissecting denials.

Oct 1, 2023, 11:09:11 AM Holding on to hope :)

Oct 1, 2023, 10:15:40 AM "I plan on asking for bilingual pay. "

Oct 1, 2023, 10:10:35 AM Do you call out a former manager that discriminates based on known ADA issues?

Oct 1, 2023, 9:53:20 AM Hi everyone

Oct 1, 2023, 8:59:23 AM Any song recommendations to detox from a hostile work environment?

Oct 1, 2023, 8:54:25 AM Managing a narcissist

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Oct 1, 2023, 4:32:24 AM what do I need to have a high paying data entry position?

Oct 1, 2023, 3:46:53 AM "Hello! "

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