Negotiating travel? I've been at my current place of employment for almost 15 years. In that time, I've grown from an entry-level position into a director position. My company is wonderful; however, very lax when it comes to discussing job role changes or expectations. It is a…

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How many people have run into a bait-and-switch situation while interviewing? I previously applied to a job posting for the specific listed position. I had two interviews, then during the third and last one they told me that the position I applied to had been filled internally…

Okay - here goes. After 17 years, my position has been eliminated. Because I am in a union, I have certain considerations (they had to give me four months notice, and I have to be interviewed for any position for which I meet the criteria. Problem is, my organization moves very…

I am in urgent need of financial help to take care of my family. This is so depressing. To do everything right and then be in a space of severe need. So many companies laying off, and so many companies post jobs because legally they have to even though they are not filling…

Random LinkedIn connections - yay or nay? I'm a big fan of LinkedIn and try to engage with my network's posts and connect with others I've met along the way. It seems like now, more than ever, people randomly add just to connect. I understand if you're a student and trying to…

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I recently started my first job out of college and it’s not what I expected. I know that most first jobs tend to not be the “dream job” - however in this case it feels like it was a bait and switch. I wasn’t told that it was a rotational program that requires X amount of years.…

I don’t like putting down personal references before an interview yet I keep getting asked. Is there a polite way to decline or just id like to hear more about the position on the interview before providing my references?

I’ve decided to leave. I don’t want to tell my current company where I’m going. I started a new job about two months ago and quickly realized it was a mistake. This is the most toxic, poorly run company I’ve ever worked at. I have an offer to go back to my old job and I’m…

I was 45 minutes late to work on my first day. Should I just quit? Or is it salvageable? I want to salvage this by making it to work the next day 45 minutes early just to have time to quell my anxiety. Since I know its no ones burden to bare but my own when it comes to dealing…

Hello everyone. I'm looking to make a career change but not quite sure what direction to take. My current position involves invoicing and shipping of goods. I would like to be someplace bigger that doesn't seem so mom and pop -ish. So I'm curious if any of you can recommend what…

I have an interview with a recruiter for a HR Project Lead position in two days with another company. I have not interviewed externally for 15 years. Seeking help with potential questions I may receive from the recruiter for this position. I have never worked in HR, but have…

If multiple people hold the same job title and responsibilities, is it legal for a company to pay them different salaries? I understand that sometimes experience varies, but if experience and all else is equal, does an employee have leverage against an employer that is paying…

I don't have the best track record with jobs. In November 2018, I was fired from a job I had since the beginning of 2016. Since then, I haven't had much luck. I don't want to be this unstable work-wise, but I find it hard to stay at jobs where I am being micromanaged or where the…

Advice please! I am currently unemployed and received a job offer. You'd think I'd be excited. I'm not. I realized after getting through the process that it seems like they're trying to get 5 different positions out of 1 role. I wear a lot of different hats, but I don't think…

The company I work at owns many residential properties across the country. In our department it is such negative atmosphere that no one wants to be here and everyone is unhappy. We are constantly put down by our boss, mistakes that are easily corrected are blown out of proportion…

My boss came to me and said she can't handle the work load anymore and wants to quit. I said if you go, I go (I'm her 2nd in command). I immediately applied for a new job and got it. It is a 20K pay raise. Now she is begging me to stay. I feel bad about her job becoming even more…

Hi everyone, this is my first time posting. I quit my last job without 2 weeks notice and on my exit interview I did mention my boss in a truthful professional but critical way. What would be a good way to answer why I left without bad mouthing? I also am concerned that it the…

Resume question. Hi, all. I've been with the same company for 12+ years. My role changed in 2020 so I've added that to my resume but now it seems too long (4 work experiences, 2 pages). Do I still need to include a job from 2006? It's relevant experience, but so long ago. Thank…