How to approach someone about the possibility of bringing "value add" services to their business. I am enrolled in an advanced Excel course. The teacher previously worked in the corporate world (saw the writing on the wall) and started his own business in IT computing for small…

How long should I wait before contacting a recruiter after an interview where they stated they would get back to me but haven't as yet?

Is it worth fighting or should I just move on? I agreed to transition into a new role based on discussions with my direct manager and the CMO regarding its scope - this was done prior to going on 2 weeks leave. I was able to catch up with the CMO to discuss the finer details last…

I have worked for the same place for over 20 years. I am trying to move up but keep getting put off by my boss. Keeps saying he is going to talk to the Director about the open position but continues to find excuses every time the subject comes up. Feels to me like he doesn't want…

I work at a job where I am not happy. Hi everyone, I want to start off by saying that this is the worst job that I have ever had. It is no where near the career that I want and not even in the field that I studied for. The CEO is rude and his sister is constantly trying to give…

I interviewed last week for a job that can be done remotely, or in person in LA or NYC. I worked in NYC prior to the pandemic and have debated returning. If offered the role, this would be the opportunity to move back but I'm conflicted. I've seen so many posts on here about how…

Pregnant, new responsibility and promotion offer from my manager I am less than 3 MOS pregnant. My manager is offering me additional responsibility which I know he will benefit from someone not having to go on maternity leave. He of course think this is a great development…

I need time off request that was ignored advice I asked for my thanksgiving and christmas time off in advance so I could get a head start on flights and approval. I asked on 9/25 for the day before and after thanksgiving off since its my sisters birthday the day before and I have…

What can I do in regard to getting references for jobs? I don't really have relationships with my past two employers, and I quit on my own accord. How do I get a reference from jobs that had bad management? Even my current job I wouldn't want a reference from my supervisor, but…

Is this my responsibility or not? I’m the leader of a large team and project. We are often required to assist in outreach events. Our communications group generally puts event on our calendars as a “to” if they need us and a “cc” for awareness. One of my managers came to me and…

Received verbal offer from HR last week. Radio silence since then. Am I being ghosted by the company/ HR, or is something else going on? I interviewed for a position at a state agency and was recently informed a week ago by HR that I was their top candidate. I asked a few…

Nothing to do at work? I have nothing to do at work, I've had this job for 2 years and full time, but I have never had 40 hours worth of work. I help others and one person all the time, but recently this person I would help moved into another position and doesn't have much for me…

I am working in a company where growth rate is really low. Got 6% increment this year that too in October, was hired in India team but have to work with Canada time in the night time. I work from 10 am in the morning and till 9 pm. Along with it, I preparing for Google from the…

What do I do about a coworker not pulling weight/making everyone else's job harder after being here for over a year? Me and 3 coworkers who work closely as a team have all been doing our jobs for the same amount of time because we were all hired when our division was being…

I currently feel like I am going through mid-life career crisis.Looking for any advice or mentors who would be willing to provide guidance! I am an Engagement Manager with 10+ years of project management experience and 6+ years of organizational effectiveness/change management…

Missed Commitments How do you handle someone on your project team who repeatedly misses completing their committed tasks?

Is a “check in” meeting during hiring ever used to make a job offer or let the candidate down? I’ve had 6 interviews over almost 3 months for a role in a growing company ( niche field), my references have all been checked and were, “ glowing, which is not a surprise” per the…

My boss and the CEO are way too close. My boss isn’t very skilled, and most of the time, she just parrots back the things I say and agrees with my direction and vision. Initially, I thought this was great, but after being in the role for six months, I’m starting to sense that…

How do you respond to an unfair performance review? I started at this company 6 months ago into a field that was new to me. I’ve been trying to learn as much as I can and do what I thought was expected of me. However, there is an official review coming up and my boss contacted me…

I'm not excited about starting my new job next week! Help! I'm starting a new position with a company after 10 months of looking. I should be excited about it but I'm not... the interview process was long and very repetitive. All 5 interviewers asked me 80% of the same questions…