I find it interesting as to how no one can really explain AI so you can successfully get a job. Keywords, do we know what the bot is really looking for? Everyone suggests using jobscan. Who really has $40 a month or $90 for 3 months. I live check to check. As I see it programs…

I am in my 40s, and I realize that I no longer want to manage people. I work in HR, specializing in Benefits, so at this stage in my career, I am finding it hard to go back into more of an individual contributor role unless it is at a very large organization that has less layers…

Do companies offer "retro-active" tuition reimbursement? I know student loans is a hot topic right now.. unfortunately nowadays there's a strong correlation between degree collection and student debt collection as the grants and scholarships tend to dry up the higher you climb up…

Not having all of the qualifications… I have heard that it’s wise for females to apply for a position even if they don’t have ALL the qualifications listed. Your thoughts and opinions, please?

My director is creating a toxic work environment. She’s unprofessional, micromanages when we don’t me her lacking expectations and she expect us to do all the things and refuses to put processes in place bc she doesn’t want to enable people to pass the hot potato. I’m a workforce…

I have worked for a global company for 7 months now and communicate with employees in several different countries. I pride myself with having a clear, straightforward communication style but have found that some things still get lost in translation or reception varies by culture.…

I recently started a new job that I was overqualified for, including even more qualified than my manager. I want to offer my assistance to her with some of her work because it is stuff I'm interested in and good at, but I don't want her to think I'm after her job or that I'm…

I just had a full panic attack in front of my boss and 2 other supervisors. I have an anxiety disorder with bipolar disorder. I work in a call center and a customer called me various names. The last name she called me set me off into a full on panic attack complete with crying…

I am a contracted employee working in a year long contract for a client company I cannot stand. I have a meeting with my company’s HR department Wednesday about what the next steps will be when my contract with the parent company ends. I don’t want to be petty and focus on the…

I’m in sincere need of advice and guidance on gaining a competitive advantage in my career development. I’ve worked for a state government agency for a decade, have a bachelor’s degree and have specialized experience in mental health. Recently, both a former coworker (we'll call…

Want to leave my job.. I've been working for a tech company for the last 3 years as a technical support person, but I want to leave. The pay is not that great, the hours are overnight and with a young child in school now, the schedule is just not ideal. The company doesn't offer…

What am I doing wrong? I'm a Project Manager. When we interviewed, we had an amazing interview and conversation. He said he saw potential in me and lots of confidence and thats why he brought me on board. Great, I can understand that. Then, about 2 months into the job, there was…

“Accidentally” struck by a drone in the print room I’ve been tangentially supporting a small drone project. I am an electrical engineer working with another electrical engineer and a mechanical engineer; they are both men in their mid-30s. I’ll be 50 in a few months. The…

I am grateful today to still be employed in a job I like. There were layoffs today at my company and in our umbrella company, but I was spared. Not sure if this is a message that it’s time to move on or a sign that I am in the right place. Would love input from the FGB hive mind.

Caught in between I hope I can explain this situation clearly. I currently work in a government agency where I am assigned to one department but also support a leader from a different department. I do the work of a Management Analyst in the department I'm assigned to. I also…

Dealing with an over-enthusiastic co-worker I have a co-worker in my department who means well but that can be difficult to deal with. They are CONSTANTLY pitching ideas. Sometimes, the ideas are great, which I will always acknowledge when they are, especially when they are…

I am in Human Resources. Today, an employee who is on a PIP and has recently been written up has started recording every meeting she has with her boss. We explained that in our state both parties need to consent to being taped and at this point, her boss is not agreeing. Has…

Offered a fantastic job but the benefits are lacking. My current employer pays 100% for medical insurance for myself and my family and the potential job just gives a portion toward a HSA for me to take care of my own insurance. I don't think the move is worth it. Thoughts?

I work with people with disabilities to find jobs. I have worked with people who had very little work history, but usually they had a work program or volunteer activities that I could work with to put on a resume. Now I am at a new agency and these new clients have almost…

Is it irresponsible of me to quit on my team and boss that rely on me? My stress levels from this job of several months is up the roof, I am losing appetite and weight and it is literally eating me up inside. I even sit in my living room thinking that there is only one way to end…