Final interview, how to stand out from the other candidate? After a long process, I've reached the final round; what can I prepare or say to stand out from my competition? Leading up to the interview, I've already provided a presentation, writing samples and additional…

Back in my work history, I was fired from a job due to external circumstances going on in my personal life. Cliffnote version... I was working in a job I really liked but, traveled every day 82 miles in commute to get to my job location. I had planned on relocating closer but,…

With an MBA would you consider going back to school and start all over again just to obtain an associates in nursing ?

I need help supporting my team I'm the leader of a small team at high-profile, fast-paced, media organization (3 direct reports and 3 dotted lines). Over the past few years we've been exponentially busier than ever before and it's not slowing down - where we used to have some…

Unprofessional interviewing practices, what should I do? I have been interviewing with a company for about a month now (over at this point). Everything had been really positive from both ends, they kept telling me how much they liked me and I was excited to work for them. They…

I have an interview next week for a position on a team that is located in Copenhagen in Denmark. I would be the only member of the team in the US. What do I need to know about Danish people and how they think that can help me out? I have been doing some research on my own, but I…

I am resigning due to a toxic boss. I love all the employees at the nonprofit where I work except my manager who also happens to be the Executive Director. This person disagrees with me even in the most trivial discussions. She seems to disagree even when we agree. Her tone is…

Urgently hiring?? Why do companies say they are looking to hire someone urgently but the interviews take three weeks and then it takes them another two weeks to make a decision? How do you not get lost in the shuffle if you are the first interview?

Hello, I am attending an interview on this week that I am really looking forward to-should I mention my holiday plans that I already have booked in April, they are non refundable and based on my current jobs scheduling. Thoughts?

I'm looking to increase my digital marketing skills. I have a degree in PR, have held various jobs over the past decade such as college women's basketball coach, financial advisor, and marketing specialist. I am confident in my communication skill set, but would like to make…

This job market is just plain weird So, I just finished up a job search. I submitted approximately 30 applications and I heard back positively from 5. I also got about 5 auto-rejects. The other 20 places that either never looked at my application (if I applied on LinkedIn) or…

I don't know if I am looking for advice or venting, but I am sure others feel my pain. I want to change my title without overstepping my boss, but seemingly impossible. In the last few years, I have gone from an admin, managing four departments, to an admin managing ten…

Changing Careers - Nonprofit to Corporate I currently work in a nonprofit (theater) environment where (as many people do) I do the work of about 3 people. I've spent 13.5 years at this company and until recently felt that my values aligned with the company's values.…

I’m a director at a very small company. I supervise a few people and I report to the executive director. One of the people I supervise has been with the company for decades and has no desire to ever retire. Based on what she’s said, she’s probably in her late 60s or 70s. Reminds…

How to deal with family's disapproval while facing a long-drawn out job search? After being laid off in June, I've tried all different industries and levels without landing a position. Like others have stated, I've made it to later rounds but I'm told I have too much experience.…

First candidate blew me away. It's really, really hard to have to wait to tell the awesome candidate that we're going to offer her the position. I'm trying to remain positive and enthusiastic for the other candidates. I'm also scared she's going to accept another position in the…

I feel left out. I know this isn't the majority of us, but I don't like coffee. All of my coworkers like coffee. They will come in first thing in the morning and brew a pot, sit and socialize while it's brewing and then have a little time to chat while they drink. Meanwhile, I've…

I’m stressed and I need some help figuring out what I’m going to do. I have been with my current employer for just about 7 years. We have recently hired someone who's own boss knows nothing about the tasks and duties that were redistributed into my department that are being…

I have two interviews one for the end of the week and the other, not until the following; I'm trying to push forward with random applications but I'm so vested in those later-round positions it's difficult. I've learned that you can't stop sending out applications until receiving…

Who should keep offer letters and employment agreements? Hello - I am the recruiting manager for my company, and I have been asked by a Hiring Manager to send them a copy of a hire's offer letter and employment agreement for his records. This is not standard operating procedure…