What would you do? A recruiter for a high profile company reached out to me for a role that can sky rocket my career! It was so crazy when I got the email I thought it was fake. Turns out it is real. It's a manager position in my field that I've been in for 20+ years. The job…
I was offered a very high-level executive position after a series of about 6–7 interviews (plus a task). I was head-hunted by a headhunting agency for this position. My first interview was with the headhunting agency. They also asked about my salary and remuneration expectations…
Navigating Consulting I've just had two offers for GLG consulting and I need advice on how to navigate this, as this is all very new to me. Both contacted me through Linkenin. It sounds like they want just a "quick call to the client to share my expertise" - and I can set my…
Conclusion: A month ago I posted a workplace violence issue against me. During that time I knew it wasn’t workplace violence at all. Management kept asking for my statement and I kept dragging my feet as I did know what this person was even saying and never found out to this day.…
Can speaking with recruiters in a general, get-to-know-you sense help land a job? I recently began working on my job search. I've spoken with four recruiters (from both small and large firms, I vetted each one) in 30-60 minute sessions where we go over my resume, professional…
Coworker with Histrionic Traits Hi! I’d like some advice from this wise group. One of my coworkers displays behavior that is very much in line with Histrionic Personality Disorder. We’re about to start working closely together for the foreseeable future, which I am very nervous…
Hi All, I recently found out that the person I reported was reading my emails, and targeted two other’s emails too. In my industry the compliance officer is authorized to read all emails. I am not sure what I can do about it since he resigned due to other issues. Thoughts?
Hello! I’m looking for advice on how to write an appropriate thank you note (to the hiring manager) following a second interview for a job I no longer am interested in? To be clear, my plan is to let the internal recruiter know I wish to be removed from consideration, so this…
So I have just failed probation for my new job so thats the end of that and I did like the job. Now the same company are advertising a different job which matches what I can do well tons better. Do you think they’ll look at me unfavourably because of my recent termination of…
I am in my 4th year of bachelors and i don't have any technical skills but I'm interested to learn skills which are related to become a data scientist or analyst and I'm interested to take up jobs related to business analyst but i dont know where to start and what to study and…
Need some advice I am a new mom struggling with the confusion as I want to work and also take care of the baby. I am feeling difficult sometimes to manage work, home, baby at once, Feeling exhausted at end of the day. But I don't want to leave the job as I want to be financially…
Hi, I need some advice. My dream position has turned into a nightmare. Warning, long post. I currently have my dream job at one of the big tech companies - I have been in tech for almost 20 years. I have worked hard for my career and to reach my career goals. I love what I do and…
Am I wrong to post personal opinions on a professional network? I have over a decade of experience in the content writing field and have been a manager to several diverse and global teams. But I got tired of the industry and switched to the eLearning industry a couple of years…
I had a terrible interview. I came home and felt like I needed therapy. I answered all of the questions honestly, why not? It was a panel interview with four people. Lasted an hour. At least, I have a decent job now. I am just keep going over how awful it was...
Retirement? Or not i retired a little earlier (at 64). I was forced into retirement due to certain circumstances. It has been 6 months and even though I enjoyed the much needed rest, I am ready to go back to work. I don’t think I want to work for anyone in my field again (talent…
Hi Everyone, I just wanted to take a moment to vent a little. The job application process has been really tough lately. I've been putting in the time and effort to tailor my applications, but landing an interview seems more complex than ever. It feels like my resume is getting…
Resignation Advice I have been interviewing for a new Office Manager position and I expect to receive an offer by Monday. My current CEO, and his partner are away for the next two weeks. I’m contemplating waiting a week to give my 2 weeks notice so we have some in person…
My new team lead wears tank tops that make her look like she's not wearing a shirt. I have a new team lead who was a top performer, and her professional conduct is excellent. However, in her new lead role I have requested that she be on camera in Teams meetings whenever possible.…
Hi My name is Durray. I have applied for over 100 jobs, trying to transition in Cyber Security and Data Privacy Law from a law school in NY. I have over 10 years of experience as an educator/coach where I handle training, data analysis, project management, remediation while…
In this competitive market, is it better to use a friend's address in the location you want to work or be honest? I feel that my resumes aren't even reaching hiring managers or I'm immediately excluded as I'm in upstate NY and applying for roles in NYC. Back story, I worked in…