Should I follow a resume template? I've received advice that resume templates are more ideal than starting from scratch. Do you use a resume template for job applications?

I have an interview coming up, what are some good questions to ask in return? I've been job searching for awhile and am super excited to have this interview. I have a few questions ready to ask to learn more about the role and department. But, I'd like to ask the FGB community if…

Next move for job search? I've been looking for a new job for almost 7 months and not sure what my best next move is. My unemployment is going to run out in 2 weeks and the stress is piled on heavy. I have been interviewing steadily since I became unemployed, have made it through…

I've made a decision to leave my current job before 2nd quarter of next year to pursue other interests. I'm burned out from trying to be everything to everyone. It's affecting my health, mental and physical, and my relationships outside of work. I'm not leaving now because it…

I know it sounds strange to say but I am exhausted from job searching. Before leaving my former company, I could see the writing on the wall and had started looking before layoffs commenced. I have tried everything I can think of and it's not working! I put in my location on…

I work with a group that does not always include me in meetings and events. I've been in this group for almost 5 years now and finally another manager asked why I wasn't included. Knowing this individual well enough I said, "I do the work and go home". We have a team chat and…

Exit surveys & interviews: how honest are you in exit surveys/interviews? there are some issues with coworkers I would like to comment on as this was primary reason for leaving organization. ( toxic environment, gaslighting, bullying behavior) I want to say it in a diplomatic way…

Would you relocate for a job offer at a start-up company? I'm expecting an offer and if so, I'll have a limited time to make the move and restart my life. They have a large-scale project pending and they'll need the director to commence planning before the holidays. I'm excited…

Have you ever had to use an employment attorney? What tips would you give someone who's looking into hiring an employment attorney?

How do I talk to my boss about burnout six months into a job? In the last six months, I left a toxic workplace getting out a couple of weeks before a round of mass layoffs. Within the first three months, my current workplace has laid off 13% of the company, including the CEO and…

Finding work as a Data Analyst with no experience Hello there, this is my very first post in this community as I'm starting to get familiar with it. :) I'm a language teacher transitioning into Data Analytics and currently completing my Bootcamp. I am already starting to look for…

Join us for a discussion today at 12pm ET with four leaders at Squarespace, who will share advice for other women seeking to shake up their careers and how to navigate the process. Discussing "Shifting Industries: Walk Into Your Next Role With Certainty" Hope to see you there!…

I am underperforming for the first time in my 12 year career. I've been working in tech for nearly 12 years and have previously been a top performer. I've been in my current role for about a year and I am blatantly failing. Things in this job just don't seem to make sense to me…

Started a new role 5 months ago. I have been rolling with the punches and basically learning as I go. Was not offered training. My educational background is not in this specialized role. I can get certifications, however that takes time. I will start working on them soon. I feel…

I was laid off in October. After many interviews with several companies, 2 close-to-offer were pulled due to the economic climate, and I accepted one offer (start in just over a week). I'm excited about the role, but they offered $50K less than I made previously and have…

Taking LOA My niece died unexpectedly and with her mother being estranged, I will be assisting with the arrangements and family matters concerning her memorial and taking care of her personal matters. I am taking LOA to do so. I looked into FMLA and because my niece has adult…

I’m nervous about telling my employer that I’m pregnant. I found out before Thanksgiving that I am pregnant and have decided to inform my boss after reviews and bonus/raise determinations so that my accomplishments from this year are not overshadowed by my announcement. (Although…

I resigned and HR has asked me to not communicate with my colleagues after my last day. I told them I already know they have no right to ask this. I referred several of these people having worked with them at previous employers. I know several of them outside of work for 15+…

I want to freelance part time for a product I love would that conflict with where I am currently employed?

Background Check? Has anyone ever hired a screening company to do a background check on themselves? If so, I would be grateful if you could provide me the names of those companies. Thank you for your help!