Do I really need to do it all? I am an engineering manager to mechanical & electrical engineers, as well as a couple electricians. Looking to advance my career I want to get my MBA, Six Sigma black belt, and my PE license. These are all things I'm completely capable of - and all…

I've recently completed my Bachelor's degree with english and Mathematics as majors subjects. What should I do next to get a job with a good payroll. Should i go with pursuing masters or do a course on something. I like blog writing in general, what should i do next

Has anyone ever experienced asking your manager a direct question and they bald- face lie to you? How did you respond back if at all? This often happens to me by our so called great leader running our organization. I cringe when I hear outside authorities make comments in open…

I just had two rounds of interviews and then an writing assignment for a job that I submitted on Thursday. How long should I wait before I follow up?

Need help understanding external recruiter's role in this hiring process I've worked with a lot of external recruiters over the years - both contingent and retained - as both a candidate and a client. But I'm kind of flummoxed by the external recruiter I'm currently interacting…

Feeling stressed and want to leave my job. I had a difficult start with my employer, unnecessary remarks were said to me on multiple occasions however I managed to resolve it within a year of joining. I feel its taken me such a long time to settle I (been here for two years) even…

I noticed that it is not uncommon in our company for people to interrupt each other during meetings. Any suggestion for me if I am the one being interrupted by another teammate, a senior leader, or my manager, OR if someone else is interrupted and I am the facilitator of the…

I am turning 60 this year and find myself searching for another opportunity as my company decided to close my office. I know age discrimination is illegal. I also know it’s real. I’ve shortened my resume to only show the past 10 years of my 40+ years working. I stopped coloring…

Experienced and creative designer proficient in AutoCAD, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for bringing concepts to life through sketches and renderings. Specializing in transforming ideas into visually compelling designs, I excel in both 2D drafting and 3D modeling.…

Opinions needed, please. I'm new to the job hunting game as my past roles were obtained through contacts I already had. When I was building my resume I decided to leave off a certain job. It was a job at an organization that, before being employed by them, I had been heavily…

Not even retail? I've been unemployed for nearly a year. I've been getting interviews (and second and third interviews), just no offers. So I don't think I'm doing anything wrong per se. What's puzzling me is that I've tried getting part-time work at grocery stores, local shops,…

Help Deciding Next Career Move (Postpartum) Since having my daughter (9 mo), I’ve worked remotely and part time for my company that requires full time and in-person work. While they finalize their search for my replacement, I am looking for remote and hybrid opportunities. During…

Does not having interpersonal connections with your teammates impact your performance? I'm an international student who works remotely and hasn't met my teammates in person. I struggle to connect with them not because of language barriers, but because we lack a personal…

I accepted an offer today and wanted to thank the FGB community. You provided advice, strength and tough love throughout the process. I've been searching for months and at times felt ready to give up...this community gave me strength to keep fighting. To others out there who are…

I have my first in-person panel interview since pre-pandemic. What is the in-person vibe these days? I will dress accordingly, but are we bringing notebooks? Laptops? Hard copies of resume, etc.? Any advice is appreciated!

How long between the final interview and response? I had two final interviews. The first was on Monday and the second was on Tuesday. It is now Friday and I have not heard back. Previously, I have always had a verbal offer or been turned down quickly, like 24-48 hours. But if I…

Deputy Director’s actions frustrating me I am the director of a large project. We have a relatively small team at our company, and farm a lot of the technical aspects to consultants. Im attempting to figure out why some actions the deputy has taken bother me - is it my ego or am…

If a hiring manager was being transparent and told you that it might initially feel like you are jumping into the fire when you start the job, but that the team and she will be there for you - would you take that job? You also have only a little over 24 hours to decide before…

After an extensive job search due to layoffs my references are being contacted this week & I have a follow-up meeting with HR on Tuesday. During my initial application and meeting with HR, I listed the JD salary range. While interviewing, I learned from other employees that…

Grateful for my job and my boss. In the last 2 years I have had to step back from coming in early/staying late due to my spouse changing careers. I am now the go-to parent for my kids sick days, events and eLearning days. My employer/boss have been understanding and flexible with…