Is there a way to tell our internal recruiter I referred a job posting to someone without taking on the responsibility of it being an actual referral? I have been burned by doing referrals so I don't like to but would like to tell the recruiter that someone is worth a look at.…
Why do recruiters ghost candidates? I've been emailed job opportunities from recruiters and when I email back to say I'm interested in being presented for the position, they don't respond. And these are recruiting firms I’ve used before. I wait about a day and send another email…
Independent Contractors- How did you get started? Are you in Instructional Designer? How do you define terms when there is a 1099? There is a lot of background for this story- but Long story short I have been approached to join a team as an Independent contractor (1099) as an…
Revealed my Pregnancy to my Boss — she threatened a PIP. None so far but I fear it or my firing every single day. Red flags? Should I run? I really am torn. During my most recent 1 on 1 with my boss, I revealed I am pregnant. I’m first trimester but my performance is tanking. I…
Noisy Office Environment Has anyone successfully dealth with overwhelming noise in an office? I work remotely 3 days a week so I have a fair amount of control over my workspace, but the other two days a week I sit in very close proximity (the other side of a cubicle wall) from a…
Trying to stay positive... I know that there has been post on staying positive while searching for a job. Family, I'm struggling. My current work environment and position as a recruiter has led me to taking medication for depression (I suffer from depression but have kept it at…
Can I vent? When did 50 become old? I mean our last two presidents have been over 70 when elected! In an interview today, I was asked if I really wanted to work full-time again. (I am currently working part-time). Then the hiring manager said, we are a fast-paced environment and…
Would you ever talk to HR about this? I’m sitting in a work meeting listening to promotion announcements for people I work with and I honestly could cry. Several of the people being promoted stated after me. The reason I find this upsetting is that a few months ago, my boss…
Has the job market for accounting professionals slowed down? I'm not sure if the market is over saturated with accounting professionals or if hiring managers are looking for the perfect candidate that has every skill set that matches the job description or if you've been out of…
I'm suspicious about my new job. It seems too good to be true. I'm being paid $140/hour to copy and paste. I can't believe this is real. Waiting for the other shoe to drop. I am an older student (mid 40's) who recently graduated from business school. I was doing freelance…
Is this how hiring is nowadays? I was laid off my job in April. I took a short break and started applying in June. Got called right away for interviews. One company interviewed me four times with four different people over two weeks time. They seemed really interested in me and I…
My last three jobs ended due to complicated circumstances...while job searching, I'm trying to learn from mistakes and would appreciate your advice and welcome constructive feedback. First role, received three promotions, raises and right before I was let go received a large…
Hello, I have completed my MCA, but chose a non-IT job initially due to my first child. After four years, I left my job when I became pregnant with my second child. Now, a year after my baby was born, I have completed a software testing course and am eager to transition into the…
Can you refuse a PIP? If so, is refusing one equivalent to a resignation? I have a toxic, narcissistic boss who is threatening a PIP after my being here 2 years. She has only given me one lousy review after being on the job for only 6 months, with nothing noted verbally or in…
I'm going on FMLA leave/STD next week and struggling to not feel guilty about leaving coworkers in the lurch. I'm the only person that does my role right now and it has been super busy and I feel like I'm letting everyone down even through I'm doing this because I'm taking care…
I've been trying to switch industries for almost one year with no luck. Any advice? I got my B.A. in Communications in 2021 and immediately started working in digital marketing. I started at an agency and quickly realized I didn't enjoy working within social media and marketing…
Hello! I need a suggestion, at present, I'm working as a Digital Marketing Executive but here I feel like I could not explore more. But I started here only 5 months ago.. should I stay here or find an another job?
I love working within the school system, especially advocating for children with special needs. But I have gotten injured so many times. I want to continue to work with the children but in a safe environment. Any suggestions?
I am 67 years old, have a good job that pays at the top of my range, is hybrid and is 20 minutes from home. I have saved for retirement but not as much as I would like and would like to max out my Social Security and work until I turn 70 as it would mean an extra $1000 per month.…