How do I handle when the toxic coworker leaves? I've had a horrible coworker who dominated, micromanaged, and didn't get along 3 of 4 team members. They made several, extreme, unfounded accusations to HR. They were all dismissed. Now we are conditioned not to use certain…

Seeking Advice on Navigating Difficult Team Dynamics Hello, I’m dealing with a challenging situation at work that involves unclear ownership, conflicting expectations, and tension from leadership, and I’m hoping for advice on how to handle it professionally while protecting my…

I'm considering looking for a different job but I'm worried I will lose the flexibility of my current job. My current job in management is remote, and pretty flexible - I can take my kids to school and pick them up, if things come up personally I can flex my schedule. I also have…

Advance gender equity by leaving a company review! Hello Fairygodboss members, We recognize that many workplaces are rapidly changing. If you still love where you work, now is your chance to let us know by leaving a review. In doing so, you’re helping create a more transparent…

Needing a bit of inspiration... What quote or words of wisdom have inspired you this week? Whether it's something you came across on social media, a podcast, or even a conversation with a mentor. Drop your favorite career quotes in the comments.

Hi, I am a mom of a 1.5 year old and 5 months pregnant with my 2nd child. I have more than 12 years experience in HR generalist roles. I have been looking out for better opportunities for 6 months now and its been more difficult with my current situation. What advice would you…

I was laid off in March 2024 right at the beginning of a health issue where I could not walk, drive or even sit up in a chair due to extreme hip pain. The lay off had nothing to do with my medical issue just bad timing. Now I have a job gap and unsure what to say to potential…

I quit my job in Nov. 2023 to care for my mom who had stage 4b lung cancer. She declined very rapidly and passed Feb. 2024. I have been unemployed (by choice) but this gap feels like a detriment on my resume. Should I fill the gap with 'caregiver' or sabbatical?? Any advice…

I am accepting my first “side gig” contract position this week. Many of my “traditional job” colleagues have side work, so I am not worried about those repercussions. I can make the time and can certainly use the extra income. What should I be aware of? I know I will have to…

Female Misogyny in the workplace Anyone else dealing with an increase of female misogyny in the workplace? My organization is seeing an uptick of women being verbally violent with one another: name calling, insecurities, wild accusations, employees getting other employees sick,…

Finding gaps in a new company I started with a company approximately 5 months ago and have noticed some gaps and would like some advice on how to go about telling the CEO. i report to the CEO and I have taken on a senior recruiter type role though my title is recruiter. I have…

How do you add a position to your resume you learned nothing at? So I was a QA manager and took a senior associate level position at a large, well known company. I was told I’d be responsible for starting an on the floor team and getting manufacturing ready for inspection. Once I…

New role. Wrong fit. I accepted a job 3 months ago. It feels completely misaligned. Wrong role. Wrong company. Not a culture fit. I am completely burnt out. I am worried to get stuck in this position too long but also to have a short term experience on my CV. Since my mental and…

I started a new job in August after being laid off and out of work for 6 months. Now 5.5 months in.. this company isn’t a good fit (Toxic). My question is should I update my resume to show that I’ve been here or just completely omit it? It’s very chaotic. So chaotic that others…

Is it even worth it to pitch a new, promoted position for myself internally when I already feel so burnt out and lied to by my current company about growth? Or should all my energy be put into external jobs? I’ve been dealing with a very stressful work situation that I’d…

How to follow up after a couple of rounds of interviews? In a couple of instances I have applied for roles and been through a couple of rounds of interviews but now its been a couple of weeks (or more) since I have heard anything. What would be the best approach to ask where they…

I was a director in my last role but I chose to take a manager role at my current company because the job was the same but the pay was more. I love the work by my manager is a micromanager. She has burned out my 2 peers, with 1 stepping down to work for me. I have been looking to…

I have never had this happen before. I have an employee who is very nice and a hard worker. BUT he takes forever to do anything. He gets stuck in the weeds. That part I can handle. The part where I am stuck is when I ask him to do something, he does it his own way but wrong -…

Hello Everyone! I have an degree in administration and will be graduating with a degree in marketing this May. I am have some trouble trying to get an internship or an "entry level" job but they both require a certain amount of years of experience. I've checked on Indeed and…

I was just terminated "without cause" after 7 years. (Yes, it's allowed in an "at will" state.) I was given a 3 month severance. I'm considering contacting an employment attorney but am wondering if it's worth it. The primary issue is that the Friday before my termination, I…