Making the shift from full-time to freelance/contract Hi everyone, After getting unexpectedly let go last week (with several others in the company), I'm at a crossroads in my career to figure out where I want to go. I think I am finally ready to move into the consultant/freelance…

I applied for a positon as a shift manager. The job has been given to another employee while the application period was days away from closing. Their have been no interviews or emails or communication what so ever from the company what can i do about this any info would be great

Crisis of confidence. I took a new role managing an emerging team. Previously I was a high ranking IC with some management experience. I’m now doing it full time and I have a team member that is under performing and combative. I excel at setting vision but managing…

Would you take less money for a job you enjoy? I find my job anxiety producing and lacking meaning. I want to have a job with purpose and that utilizes my research skills, but that means a pay cut for sure ( I’m interviewing for research admin roles). My bills will be covered…

Spending time with family is now a top priority for any professional. That's why more and more companies are trying flexible schedules, especially those that want to retain talent and offer work-life balance to their employees. These are seeing some positive results, especially…

How long did it take for you to realize the job isn't a good fit after starting? i'll start after: It took me 1 month when I felt like I had to fight for support with my daily tasks

Imposter syndrome is spreading in the world of work. Imposter syndrome is defined as doubting your abilities and feeling like a fraud. It disproportionately affects high-achieving people, who find it difficult to accept their accomplishments. Imposter syndrome has continued to be…

Interviewing for a few positions but I'm confused regarding what would be best for my future. I've been in multiple rounds for different companies and industries. While continuing to send out resumes until receiving an offer, I'm contemplating what would be the best fit if…

The manager position in my department was vacant and I applied. I got a politely worded email that, although I was a valid candidate, they decided to hire someone else. I poked around and learned that they hired someone who was selected prior to the position being posted. So why…

Work and Ego — why do we spend so much time defining ourselves by our field, job, title, and pay… in the end our employers and work friends never stay with us and yet we give them our full loyalty. Has anyone else had an awakening that our career paths are often fraught and…

How do I not get nervous at my new job and overthink when I ask a question or say something that might make me look nervous? It’s my 3rd week with not a lot of training

How do you explain on your resume that the company you worked for the longest period of time in your career went out of business and your managers and supervisors were laid off?.. and what do you say if your potential employer wants a reference from your old job? Some jobs only…

Ready for a change I am in my early 50s and have worked my entire career in several facets of social services. I’m ready to leave the field and do something else. I have a bachelors degree. I am as far as I can go in my current position, so I’ve been looking for the last few…

Hello Seekers! Seven months ago, I left a company where I had been for more than a decade as an account manager (handling mostly contract renewals, but some new business as well). I'm a single mom in my mid 40s. Less than a week after leaving, I started a job at another company…

Thoughts on daily stand up meetings? My company has a daily stand up in the AM, however, it seems like its not done properly. Instead of stating road blocks, etc., everyone just says what they're working on for the day. Half the time, people aren't paying attention and aren't…

I was on fired without cause. How do you tactfully discuss why you are no longer with the company during interviews? I went on vacation the day I returned, the owner met with me handed me my last check and said I decided to go in a different direction. I work in an at-will state.…

Starting a new job and I am really anxious I had a particularly toxic experience with my last employer, but now starting with a new company. I am very fortunate, but I find I am so overwhelmed with anxiety in starting new again. Any advice on how I can get my mind in the right…

I am struggling with an opportunity for a potential promotion that requires relocating. First, I wasn't expecting this for a few years. My sons are 6 and 4 and the new location doesn't have as good of pre-k and K options as where we are at. This move would also put a lot on my…

A co-worker has asked me to cover a weekend shift so they can attend an event. I have no qualms about covering but that puts me into overtime which needs to be approved. I have not seen the approval and this coworker (who i am helping) is saying its fine. I don't think its fine…

I want to resign, but cannot afford to I am working at a very large logistic and tech company known for shipping rates, (I am an older worker with an advanced degree earned over 10 plus years ago.) I just started one year ago and it's a mind-numbing job. and it is on-site, but it…