Did I just get ghosted after being told that I will be moving forward? I interviewed for a big brand company that I have been super excited to get into for a while. I immediately land a screening call and nail it! Then, remembered that the interviewer mentioned that she will…

Good day everyone! Im a 56-year old facilities manager in silicon valley, really enjoy my field. I plan to make a move in the new year most likely, as it's just time for a change after 4 years with the company. I've never had a concern about going somewhere else due to age, but…

I've been in the aerospace field for more than 8 years as a design engineer. I've done bachelors, masters and recently joined a big MNC in the US in a good position. However shiny and perfect it might look like, I am suffering with imposter syndrome, I always thought I got…

The Career path and my pity party. I've been looking for a career/job for over a year. I've exhausted my savings, and I"m currently in a commissioned-based position that feels like I'm digging myself into more debt. Everyone has an opinion about my approach to finding my career,…

I will be onboarding a new teammate soon and need advice. Hello out there. I work on a mostly remote team (we go into the office about 1x a month to connect and socialize). We went remote over the pandemic and have all worked together for 4+ years. We really work well in this WFH…

How long do you stay in a job with an insecure boss? I started a new job in March. I was hired to create processes for department activities and execute special projects. My new supervisor was initially enthusiastic, but has been displaying insecure behavior toward me for the…

Hello, I was at my previous job for 10 years, recently moved to a different state for my husband’s career, and I’ve just gotten a job offer and signed the offer letter. The next step is a background check. The only thing I am worried about is my credit. All of our car loans, etc.…

TW: Leaving DV relationship & re-entering the workforce. Hi, I just left my abuser. In our relationship, he manipulated me into quitting my job. I worked for a great tech company, and due to the abrupt nature of how I left, I'm sure I left a bad impression. It's been about 4…

So I’ve been in supply chain all my life and as I mature I’ve realized how stressful this is on the mind and body… literally. I don’t mind hard work and long hours but need a career less stressful especially as I care for my mom with dementia. Any ideas or resources the great…

I posted about an issue about being quietly fired. https://fairygodboss.com/community-discussion/yErfOLTIC/am-i-being-quietly-fired So I am meeting up with other workers I know in the other location and my manager is coordinating a group lunch tomorrow. I don’t really want to go,…

How do I actively network for new opportunities without jeopardizing my current job? I enjoy my job, but the company I’m with is poorly managed and doesn’t want to invest in its own growth. The CEO is tyrannical, and fear of his tantrums trickles into every single department. I’m…

Help! I've been working at my current company for almost 2 years now. I've come to learn that the company as a whole is not a safe space to work out, as I've watched lots (and I mean lots) of employees slowly get fazed out of the company. This happens when they request for more…

i'm really starting to dislike my job to my core, i work for a family owned business and the person who owns it is a long time family friend i literally grew up in front of them, i find my self being so unhappy here, my CEO is twice my age yet she has competitions with me like…

Is it a promotion if there’s no compensation? I was given a promotion at work, which include a band jump, title change, and direct reports that I previously did not have. The promotion includes a ton of additional responsibilities, and while I’m excited about it, I was told there…

I'm struggling with imposter syndrome. I feel I can't deliver quality work, I have self-criticism whenever I am assigned any task. I'm the least paid in my team yet we perform same tasks, how do I overcome this feeling and have motivation to deliver. Been applying for jobs but I…

Thanks for the Pearls of Wisdom! After 7 months, I’m gainfully employed again! Wanted to encourage others…. Growth doesn’t come from the comfort zone! You got this!

I've come to the decision that I need to resign from my role after 4.5 years. I've received a paltry raise and no extra benefits or extra vacation days. I'm subjugated by a toxic manager and toxic environment. I've been going through IVF in the last few months, and while my…

Hello, all. I accepted a job in NC working for a veterinary office as a Receptionist about four months ago. It has been stressful from day one. In my fourth week there, I was told that I wasn't picking up on things quickly enough. After being asked if I wanted to continue working…

Project Administrator - market research… I hope this is okay to ask. Are there any Project Administrators in the group? I have been a PA I for two years and considering asking for a significant increase on my next review. I currently make 24.14 and hour and have full time…

I am exploring moving from an IC position into management and my mentor recommended that I read "How Women Rise." This book covers habits that can hold you back from taking your career to the next level. Check out the habits in this book summary:…