Thoughts on discussing pay with co workers?

My job right now pays more (25k more) and has a higher title than my previous but really is a lower level job. Recently I got a new job after graduating MBA. I used to be involved in company wide strategic development at my previous job but was still in Manager level and was…

I'm wondering if anyone else has noticed a recent trend of employers using 'bait & stitch ' tactics when hiring? Example- being hired for set hours and then after you start you find out tat their idea of "full time" is different from yours, meaning less than 40 per week. Then…

I have been out of the workforce for 15 years and am looking to get back in at 50. I was previously an EA and would love to do that again but I don't think anyone is going to give me a shot with all the tales out there. I would love some suggestions about ways to break back in.

I have just recently been fired after being harassed by the three women in my office in a passive aggressive style bullying that began as soon as I started almost 3 months ago. They were extremely jealous of me and undermined me every step of the way. I kept working well despite…

While job searching, I've been applying for temporary positions and also contract work as well. I'm finding that even interim positions are requiring so much time that I'm back to looking for full-time positions again. I followed up regarding a short-term position and they said…

How would you handle a co-worker slacking off Hi community. I have just experienced the most extreme form of slacking, I believe. I'm on a project with a looming deadline. I was asked if I wanted some help. I said I could handle it, but due to some role changes there was someone…

I'm feeling so defeated. I have education and varied experience in two different legs of my industry. I admit that my resume looked jumpy because of my different skillsets that landed me various jobs, but they were necessary at the time, and I have now been trying to focus on…

How do you unwind after a long week? After a long week at work, it can be hard to wind down after being stuck on deadline after deadline. Do you have any tried and true ways to unwind after a long week? If so, we want in! Let us know in the comments to help other Fairygodboss…

I'm confused. What is happening? While searching for a full-time job I decided to apply to part-time/contract/seasonal call center jobs because I have past experience in call centers .I check all the requirements for these positions and 3 companies said I don't qualify.Two of…

I'm supposed to move for a new job that starts first week Nov but my apt manager said I am not allowed to move. There are no relocation benefits (government job). My lease ends Jan 31. I offered to buy out, I offered other negotiations, she is refusing to answer at all except…

Remorseful: I finally got a job offer. Decent pay...but finding a place to live has been a challenge AND my vehicle is driving really rough now and I would need the vehicle to do the job which is in another state. I've put almost 2000 in my vehicle in regards to repairs and it's…

I was just laid off!! I feel devastated because i took a chance on a company, and ive only worked there 4 months. Boss/owner was terrible to me the last few weeks. Out of no where, i was told that he just doesnt have enough business to keep me busy. Im frustrated because i stay…

Resume gaps - filler I have two 1 year gaps and a shorter gap currently in my resume. I’ve helped my husband with his company since he opened it in 2016. I currently have it listed as a contractor position during the first gap 2016-2017. But I’m not sure if I should re list it…

I have worked for a small family owned company for about a decade. I am the administrative assistant and wear a lot of hats including that of an unofficial project manager for a multi million dollar project. We are in an industry that struggles in a recession, so we are currently…

I am having trouble working with my boss and I know she feels the same. I see that I am causing her stress but I feel that she is crazy and micromanages everyone on the team. The boss and I have talked multiple times about the tension yet we still have it. It sucks both of our…

With a possible recession pending, is it better to relocate now to find a position in a new city or continue to look from my current location? I've been applying for a positions before moving but I'm concerned if I wait too long, I'll be in a worse situation when the date…

"Acting Your Wage." As quiet quitting is slowly fizzing out, "Act Your Wage" is stepping in. The newest trend in the world of work champions only doing the job you've been paid to do — and nothing more. We want to know — what are your thoughts on the newest "Act Your Wage" trend?

Hi all! I was recently laid off from my job in the mortgage industry and am looking to take this as an opportunity to relocate to NC. I would love any tips or advice for landing a job in another state! :)

Should I serve as a reference? After months of effort to manage up a struggling employee, they were finally put on a PIP and started looking for a new job. The employee has strengths, but certain skills were overstated and the role is not a good fit. I offered to serve as a…