Would you work to get out or work to work it out? I am one of three mid-level leaders in my department. We have undergone a very stressful year of reorg-ing our department. Our roles are ill-defined and aspirational, and our VP has left it up to us to figure out how to get from…

My old job has been posted and shared on LinkedIN by a manger I really respect. I would still be at this company if this manager had remained my direct supervisor. I gave required notice, but it still seems like they need help, so I want to share the post in a way that doesn't…

Company removed job posting after my final interview...did someone else get the job? I've gotten positive signals from the hiring manager throughout the 3-week interview process (I understand you can't really read into those). They promised to get back to me by the end of this…

I was wondering if anyone had any experience with the following: I have worked as a nurse in the VA for over 9 years. I took a telework position due to medical ADA disability. However when I did orientation for the new position and met with my new chief she stated she expected me…

I have a coworker who is extremely territorial about the computers at work. She is interfering and annoying. She constantly is trying to direct what others are doing even when not asked for her opinion. This has been on for some time and is becoming exasperating. Any tips on how…

Employee engagement is low and it is impacting my KPIS. I started a new job about 4 months ago at a large multinational. Success in the position relies heavily on employees engaging in a program I took over, and I had only about a month in the position before I had to have my…

Struggling at a new job... For context, most of my previous roles have been in larger organizations with more structure and relatively clear roles and responsibilities. I've been at this new start-up role for a little over two months and I have to say, I'm pretty miserable. Great…

What's been your best onboarding experience and why? was reading about some different onboarding experiences and really found there were two schools of thought: throw the employee into their work and help them as they work, or wait to completely train them before they start their…

I am planning to resign from my current position-but work for a group at a small company. 6 owners plus a corporate partner-I will need to give my formal resignation to my boss but I am torn on how to notify the owners as well. I think email is easiest but also impersonal- if I…

Can we talk about imposter syndrome? I was promoted about 3 months ago and it's been very tough with lots of self doubt, second guessing myself and over all not enjoying the promotion. I enjoy the work though and it's challenging me which I love. My bosses boss didn't believe I…

Resume advice needed. After working in the financial services industry for more than 10 years, I took time off to raise my children. I was home with them for about 6 years when I decided it was the right time to go back. I found a nice part time job with a team I had worked with…

I’m starting a new job next week and just found out I’m pregnant. It’s remote work - when is it appropriate to tell them? I’m thinking closer to when I’m due but….

Congrats on the potential job offer. If the new position has work that you want to do and will provide growth, accept the job offer. I recommend you negotiate your start date with the new company. Be up front with the new company that you already had vacation planned and want to…

I have been getting ageist reactions to interviewing because I removed the graduation dates and outdated early employment in my resume. Experience equals an expensive price tag in their minds. Also wage stagnation/fixing is rampant. (Dental Lab). How are you dealing with this…

Absolutely torn on leaving current job I love for a very promising one with a globally recognized great company - help! I’m absolutely torn on leaving my current role. I love my job, love what I do, love my team, my manager, the leaders. So why leave? Well there is zero room for…

What was a question in an interview that through you for a loop? I have my second round interview for a job I would really like tomorrow! I am used to preparing for the basics but this is also only my first Data Analyst interview as I am switching from the social science to the…

Leave of Absence for Mental Health I'm thinking about asking to take a leave of absence for my mental health, I think I'm really experiencing burnout. Have you ever asked for this? What should I know be asking?

I am having a promising 4 stage interview process so far. First interview and second interview passed, assessment passed, third interview passed. Tmrw I’m having the last interview to asses team/culture fit. I have my own question but insights always help. What are the questions…

I've been job searching for more than two years and have a final interview tomorrow. I wish I could treat this like a regular interview but there's so much on the line that I feel like I'm adding pressure to myself. Furthermore, it's with a top-ranking official in the company so…

I've been working at an Ivy League university as an event and media producer - lucky me! It's a term-based job and I've had my contract extended once - two years x 2 = 4 years. Recently I got my new contract for only 1 year and was told in a private meeting with my boss and the…