What is an appropriate response (or rather, the response interviewers are looking for) as to the reasons you left your previous jobs?

Why do screening companies care so much about gaps in your CV ? Such an intrusive screening what do they do with that information ? As I only stated 3 significant roles and did not specify any short term tenure .. going through screening they only accept official documents…

Hi, I could really use some suggestions for how to set up my resume. I have been working various service jobs since leaving my last professional position in 2011 to care for my mother. I decided to return to school in 2014 when her health improved enough to allow it (she still…

Hi, yesterday I had my midyear review, after working 10 years in the company it was the first time it was not really pleasant. My direct boss is always very positively about me, but when he gathered feedback from management team (that is quite new) it was not positive at all. The…

I'm in an odd working situation, where one of my direct reports is the brother of my boss. I contantly need to explain the job to the direct report, both verbally and in writing. He has been in the position for five years. Today I found out he is paid more that my self and the…

Thoughts on Returning to School and Changing Career Paths at 54. Since the end of the pandemic, my industry has been on the decline, leading to numerous layoffs. Although my current role involves many HR-related tasks, it is not a direct HR position. Despite being in this role…

Good morning ladies! I am just wanting feedback… I am currently about to start a job with the Department of Defense within a few days and the only setback is taking a 40k pay cut back home in Atlanta. I have been waiting nine months for this position to open working at another…

Hi Everyone, I am 56. I have been looking for a job for 2 yrs. I have Project Management, Business Analysis, Tableau, and Microsoft Project skills. I am also a Certification as a Scrum Master and SAFe 6 Agilsit. I feel like age is a factor as to why I am getting so many NO.s.…

Am I the only one who is TOO___? For a majority of my adult life, I've been hired and promoted in jobs where I've been told that my strength, ability to address conflict confidently, be clear with expectations, etc are some of the reasons they want and rely on me for the job. Of…

Is it better to list where you want to work / more jobs for your background than currently residing? I'm willing to relocate and often see positions that require residing in that city even for remote work. For the right position, I would return to a city I previously resided.…

Can employees still change job after a few months pregnant? Since under FMLA you have to work for the same employer for over 12 month or 1250 hours. How can we qualify for any paid maternity leave if we do change jobs ? Or we just stuck at our current job because of the…

Good morning all, I am in a workplace that operates on blame and shame. The object of the game is to always throw someone under the bus. I work in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and it has been particularly difficult being a scapegoat. I do keep records of all correspondence and…

Hi there! My company does employee surveys about every 6 weeks and one of my employees is NOT happy. I manage two teams (so 10 total people) With one team (just 6) someone marked Strongly Disagree to the question about feeling comfortable sharing information with the manager. No…

I’ve been a nurse for over 30 years and for the last 14, have been in a supervisory position in some of the busiest, most acute hospitals in the country. Last year once my kids were grown I decided to travel nurse and see the country. Everything was fine until this current…

I think I’ve finally had my last straws in the restaurant industry, but now I’m struggling to sell my transferable skills. I’m an assistant manager for a fast food restaurant, one of 3 assistants when most locations have 1 or 2. In the last month, I’ve been accused of…

Hiring Status The State of Michigan hires many of its IT project managers as staff-augmentation via contracting companies. Some organizations hire project managers through consulting companies. How does your organization get qualified project managers?

Took a job I do not like So, I was laid off a while back and I took a job that was at the lower end of my salary expectations but the people seemed nice and the work was something I thought I would enjoy. Now, nearly three months in I realize I made a mistake. The pay is okay but…

How do I get out of the industry I'm in (medical)? It feels like this is all recruiters see as I'm only getting bites from other medical companies. I despise it and really struggle to get up every day and not cry at my desk. I applied for this job believing an administrative…

How can I regain my confidence after being fired? I’m actively looking for a new job, but whenever I find a posting that interests me, I’m reluctant to apply because I’m afraid that my mistakes at my previous job will come back to haunt me. In addition, I’m not good at…

Happy Friday, FGB community! Has there been a particular book that's had a significant impact on your professional life or helped you navigate your current work role? Whether it's about leadership, productivity, work-life balance, or any other aspect of your career, I'd love to…