Hi All! Good/Scared Post -- I was in the depths of post layoff interviewing hell and finally started my new gig this Fall, only to find out... There are to be layoffs before the New Year, and a significant percentage at that. Any thoughts as to how to stay focused/not meltdown…

Job Offer Rescinded I’m still processing a really disappointing experience. I recently received a job offer and was in the process of completing next steps when, out of the blue, I got an email rescinding the offer. The message simply said: “After careful consideration, we have…

I am in my 50's and looking to change my career path. I am in the Culinary field now 8 yrs but want to get back into Administration. I had a back injury 7 months ago was off work the whole time. It was suggested i should consider doing lighter work. CV and resume, what is the…

So, I quit my job looking for a better life, but now I'm regretting it. The pay was good, and they even had a cool app to manage my schedule. Now I'm searching for something that fits me better. Any thoughts on how I can get a good work-life balance?

Would you drive 45 minutes a day for the job you want? curious about commute times. There’s a job I want but it’s so far away.

Nit picking job is driving me crazy i am a caregiver for special needs adults. I am struggling at one of the houses I work in. I remember working a couple of days and thinking it was going well, but my coworker complained about how long it took to get a client dressed. They do…

I have been out of work for 14 months and am failing all bar one interview. I have done everything possible to get back into full time work including taking interview/career/CV coaching from a range of people. I have applied every single piece of advice I've been given to each…

My position was eliminated in October and I am still in a daze. When your are single and have no one it is so hard so scary. Was at my job a total of 8 years, 10 months. Tomorrow is my birthday, I’ll be 58 and I feel like a failure. Trying to positive, it is hard, but I’m…

Hello, I am working at a place with part-time and full-time employees. I am older and work with almost all people this is either their first job and its people going to school and have this job. I have run into people asking more than once how late I am working and finally asked…

I have been at my current company for almost 9 years. There has been a lot of transitions over the years and roles have changed quite a bit. I am relatively happy with my job and company....until last week. I am not supported by my current manager. She is performing two different…

I'm an investigator. For you to be on PAL it must be serious. Review the allegations, prepare your documents to support your defense, think of possible witnesses, be honest, and pray because this kind of situation can be anxiety inducing. Answer the questions, don't offer extra…

I work in a male-dominated industry, mid-management level. My direct boss is based elsewhere. At my location there’s an older mid-manager who seems threatened by me. I’m not sure if it’s my gender or just personality differences, but he’s openly dismissive, ridicules me in group…

I am currently seeking insight regarding a few concerns in my workplace. I notice sometimes when I ask the top performer in our department questions sometimes I get pushback as if they either don’t want to help or as if I’m too concerned with certain tasks, when I’m just wanting…

I’ve been in my current role for several years and have built strong skills, relationships, and a sense of stability. Lately, though, I’ve noticed some challenges: my contributions aren’t always fully recognized, there’s occasional internal politics, and there’s uncertainty about…

I am searching for a sales position in food ingredients to food manufacturers. I find it difficult to have opportunities in other industries because my background and experience have been in this area for 25+ years. How do I open doors to opportunities in other industries, when…

I am currently a frontline supervisor that does a lot of mid-level management type work. My tasks are heavy on project management and higher level planning. Other than education (that is underway already), how do I go about breaking into higher management roles, such as…

Advice for working with chronic illness? I recently was diagnosed with 2 chronic illnesses that seriously impact my life, from balance to horrendous pain (sometimes I get so dizzy I fall over, sometimes I've fallen down stairs). It's become apparent traditional FTE is going to be…

Is this the best the corporate world has to offer? I'm at a loss. I recently left a job which I had been so excited for. I was told I would get to shape the role. I was a new data analyst and the only person with an analytics background at the company. And that was the first flag…

Hello Community! I hope everyone is having a great day. I wanted to make everyone aware of the lengths that scammers will go through, just to get your personal information. I was on LinkedIn and a lady's post popped up in my feed. She looked very professional. She put up a…

Hi everyone! I’m new to Fairygodboss and still finding my way around. I actually discovered the platform through NSLS and thought it looked like a wonderful community for women in leadership and career growth. I’m excited to learn how everything works here and connect with others…