How shall I approach HR about the lack of a consistent , equitable Work From Home (WFH) policy? My company recently closed our regional office so now we're all officially work from home. We were allowed to take office tools and supplies home before we closed (computer, office…

"Seemed like more of a coder than a software engineer" I got this feedback on a job interview, in a rare case of getting any feedback at all. I'm neurodivergent, and have beaucoup social difficulties, but I have currently held a Senior Software Engineer position for over 3 years…

Two Questions Hi everybody! Just found FGB and very happy to be here. I'm trying to figure out what to do with my career and I keep coming back to consulting. I think there are a lot of aspects that would work really well for me (problem solving, constantly meeting new people,…

How do I tell my former coworkers “get out”? I left a very difficult job about 8 months ago for an exciting new one. I knew the environment and my then-boss were bad (micromanager, burntout, no recognition) while I was there but as time has passed, I realize how truly bad it was.…

How much work are you willing to put into the application process? I saw recently that people are being asked to do work throughout the interview process more than ever — i.e. a skill-based test, providing a sample or creating something based on a brief. Have you ever, as a job…

What to do if the current manager you have will not allow you to transfer to another position, we do not always see eye to eye and she is holding me back. I asked her for a recommendation but she didn’t even respond. I am thinking of going to HR before she makes me quit my job of…

Should take this internal opportunity? I have been at my current job for a year and for a long time I have hated every part of this job — from the work itself to toxic critical energy on the team and all the way to poor management/leadership. I have felt disconnected and rarely…

Relocation advice? We'll be moving to another state this summer for a promotion for my husband. I'll be able to keep my remote position. We have a new HS graduate who will need to adjust to a new situation. I'd love to hear tips on how to make the move as successful as possible.…

Should employees be allowed to make the contribution they want to make, or should businesses still tell them if they need them to do something differently? We had to let a manager go recently because they were failing massively in their role. Over a period of 6-9 months they had…

I recently gave notice at my job that I was leaving… of course the standard 2 weeks, but it’s become a nightmare! The comments and anxiety that runs through me every morning before coming in is some days crazy! Even before I gave notice the anxiety started every morning more and…

Disheartened about my boss. Earlier this week my immediate supervisor was diagnosed with COVID. Thankfully it was a mild case so far, and he was able to work from home. He didn't take any time off, and mentioned at least once that he was running on empty and wasn't taking full…

If you were on an interview board and the interviewee ask about the pay , then proceeded to say she needs a certain amount of dollars to pay her rent; What would you say ? This really happened when I sat with my former manager to conduct a interview . I unfortunately gave her a…

Hello, everyone! So, I work for a security contractor, which obviously means most employees are men. It's a field not many of us are drawn to unfortunately. My bosses liked my work and qualifications enough to entrust me with a managerial role overseeing field teams, until…

I'm having a really difficult time dealing with a woman 1 level up from me that demands me to work on items she deems high priority. However shes not my managera dm not in my reporting line. She tries her hardest to throw me and anyone that doesnt do what she wants when she wants…

Is it a bad sign if I had a panel interview and was offered the job a week later? The position was open for 21 days.

Instead of taking a vacation this year, I took a few weeks PTO to job search and interview. During my time away, I moved forward with a few companies in the interview process. How can I continue that momentum while being back at work? Since I was already on PTO, I'm struggling…

Need advice ( and interview first impression) (background >> i haven’t worked since July 2021, currently volunteering while job searching) hi, I recently had an initial call with hiring manager. At the end of the call, he mentioned he will invite me as next step to meet the team,…

I need some direction/advice. I’ve worked in marketing for about 20 years. I’d like to start freelancing/copywriting on the side. How do I start? Are there support groups to help someone get started? Due to non-compete agreements, I can’t work in my current industry. I have a few…

Need HR advice ( and interview first impression) hi, I recently had an initial call with hiring manager. At the end of the call, he mentioned he will invite me as next step to meet the team, several leaders and directors for half a day. this role is for a research management…

Best way to keep options open post offer? I am a non-tech contractor at a tech company that announced a hiring freeze (might be obvious which one). I have been here for over a year and my contract has been extended several times but I recently started applying to FT roles…