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by /u/Tbrahn on January 19, 2021 at 5:22 am

My current position is an entry level position that pays just enough for me to survive. I have a fairly varied work history but I have no […]

by /u/Riomari on January 19, 2021 at 5:08 am

Im in my senior year in high school considering either computer science or business for my undergrad. I find both very enjoyable, however […]

by Ask a Manager on January 19, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Should I tell my bosses they need to work more? I work at a small real […]

by /u/TiPtoeThroughTulips on January 19, 2021 at 4:55 am

Having grown up very poor, I honestly just want a nice middle class, stable lifestyle. I want a decent little cozy house on some land in a […]

by /u/overall_confused on January 19, 2021 at 4:47 am

I’ll graduate from college in Spring 2021 with a B.S. in cognitive studies and minors in computer science, quantitative methods, and […]

by /u/hariyassi on January 19, 2021 at 4:27 am

So I’ve been looking for a new job in the business analyst field for a couple of months, and then suddenly when the year started, like 5 of […]

by /u/Junipersnips on January 19, 2021 at 4:15 am

Ive never had the opportunity to go to college, and had to work since highschool. Im about 5 years into my career: two in retail, 3 in […]

by /u/Wh00pity_sc00p on January 19, 2021 at 4:13 am

Does the feeling of being fake ever go away? submitted by /u/Wh00pity_sc00p [link] [comments]

by /u/Smasmachios on January 19, 2021 at 4:01 am

[CA] All of my best ideas and often most insightful work leave my inbox never to return.I read an article today regarding exclusion at […]

by /u/arieswolf11 on January 19, 2021 at 3:44 am

Hi all, I’m hoping this isn’t a repetitive post because scrolling through the forum I see a lot of other young adults feeling […]

by /u/Beth-la-Bete on January 19, 2021 at 3:44 am

Sorry for long post, also on mobile I (27f) have been with my company for over 5 years now and it was my first “real job” in my field of […]

by /u/Km-10-04 on January 19, 2021 at 3:32 am

I’ve always loved listening to music, and I love making music I’m currently 16 but started making music when I was 14. This is […]

by /u/theillintent on January 19, 2021 at 2:58 am

Hi! I’m currently looking for potential careers where I can use my Spanish skills and Mandarin. I’m 25, three years out of college now, and […]

by /u/interestinbio on January 19, 2021 at 2:47 am

I will be graduating in May with a bachelor’s degree in biology and a minor in chemistry. I have been iffy on my post-grad options, […]

by /u/Otterrrac on January 19, 2021 at 2:06 am

Hi everyone! Recent events have really opened my eyes to the importance of food security and the inefficiencies of our current food […]

by /u/Revolutionary_Pea788 on January 19, 2021 at 1:56 am

For the past 3 years I’ve been a full time cam model to pay my bills, I’m now ready to leave the industry and get a real career, I’m […]

by /u/steamin661 on January 19, 2021 at 12:32 am

My boss (VP of operations) came to me and said the CFO suggested I receive an additional week of vacation a year. Sounds like a great thing […]

by /u/AlkanZorba on January 19, 2021 at 12:17 am

Hi everyone, I’m an English teacher that has been teaching abroad and now I’ve come back to England. It’s been hard settling in because I […]

by /u/aippersbachj on January 18, 2021 at 11:40 pm

I am trying to make a career change into Robotics, Renewable Energy, and the government. What are some entry level jobs in these fields? […]

by /u/toilettv123 on January 18, 2021 at 11:28 pm

I dont mean driver, but someone behind the scenes that works on or develops the cars. submitted by /u/toilettv123 [link] […]

by /u/Lonnie-95 on January 18, 2021 at 10:06 pm

I’ve started my very first ‘adult’ job a few months ago. It’s a job that easily doable from home (communication for a university) and I’ve […]

by /u/kaylablack6 on January 18, 2021 at 9:43 pm

😣 So I’m here because I have no clue what I’m doing, and I’m sick of hearing “you’re young you have […]

by /u/Medicine-to-business on January 18, 2021 at 6:30 pm

I’m a PA, used to work as the APC director at a large ED/level I trauma center, but transitioned to working in tech/business. I’ve realized […]

by /u/Anticrombie233 on January 18, 2021 at 6:29 pm

Hello Career Guidance! Hope you all are well. I’m at a bit of a mid-life crisis (third life crisis? Haha), at age 30. I have been in IT for […]

by /u/LookAtThisRhino on January 18, 2021 at 5:55 pm

I’ve been in my career as a developer for a few years now with a computer science degree under my belt. I have a love for the outdoors and […]

by Ask a Manager on January 18, 2021 at 5:29 pm

A reader writes: This isn’t a question, I just wanted to reach out and let you know how much your blog has helped me get through this […]

by Ask a Manager on January 18, 2021 at 3:59 pm

I’ve always received a lot of letters from people who hate their jobs and want to leave, but since the pandemic started, a sizable […]

by Stephanie Jones on January 18, 2021 at 1:00 pm

The never-ending road of entrepreneurship is about a constant flow of ideas, rethinking existing methods, and putting them into practice to […]

by Ask a Manager on January 18, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My manager complains constantly My manager complains … a LOT. Their […]

by /u/hopperisalive on January 18, 2021 at 4:22 am

I’m also an introvert. I’m only recently coming to terms with the fact that you don’t have to be an extrovert to succeed […]

by Ask a Manager on January 16, 2021 at 6:00 am

This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. […]

by Ask a Manager on January 15, 2021 at 5:00 pm

It’s your Friday good news, with more accounts of success even in this weird time. 1. About two years ago, my worklife was becoming […]

by Ask a Manager on January 15, 2021 at 4:00 pm

It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything work-related that […]

by Stephanie Jones on January 15, 2021 at 2:00 pm

Humans have been intrigued by memory since the age of Aristotle. Despite the progress we’ve made with modern scientific research, […]

by Ask a Manager on January 15, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Taking a better paying job would destroy my current company I’m […]

by Ask a Manager on January 14, 2021 at 6:59 pm

A reader writes: Is a job being posted for a long time a red flag about the business hiring? There is an organization I would like to work […]

by Ask a Manager on January 14, 2021 at 5:29 pm

A reader writes: I’m a young professional who works with a major company making a very good salary for my area and age. I’m […]

by Ask a Manager on January 14, 2021 at 3:59 pm

I’ve long been an admirer of Laurie Ruettimann, since her days running Punk Rock HR, a hilarious blog where she called out the BS of […]

by Gabriela Damaceno on January 14, 2021 at 1:00 pm

In less than 10 years, digital careers have had a real transformation in society and in the ways of working, buying and interacting. Tech […]

by Ask a Manager on January 14, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My boss sits outside my house in her car for hours Due to health reasons, […]

by Ask a Manager on January 13, 2021 at 6:59 pm

A reader writes: I am the director of a pretty independent division in my company. I founded the area and we have grown to 13 employees in […]

by Ask a Manager on January 13, 2021 at 5:29 pm

Here are four updates from people who had their letters answered here in the past. 1. We have to send three updates a day while working […]

by Ask a Manager on January 13, 2021 at 3:59 pm

A reader writes: I’m working remotely but I had to go in for a once-a-year task that can only be done from the office and is legally […]

by Ask a Manager on January 13, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My coworker’s work was given to me, and I feel awkward about it I […]

by Ask a Manager on January 12, 2021 at 6:59 pm

A reader writes: I’m on my department’s leadership team, with three business functions under my umbrella. One of the VP-level […]

by Ask a Manager on January 12, 2021 at 5:29 pm

A reader writes: What can employees do when their managers are projecting tons of stress? I’m my manager’s only direct report, […]

by Ask a Manager on January 12, 2021 at 3:59 pm

A reader writes: I have a question about a situation that occurred quite a while ago. How it was handled has always bothered me, but I […]

by Ask a Manager on January 12, 2021 at 3:00 pm

And now a word from a sponsor… At the start of the new year, I always try to get all sorts of things in order. I make a budget for […]

by Stephanie Jones on January 12, 2021 at 2:00 pm

Building a career in the media industry can be satisfying and rewarding. It can also be an enduring option in an age where other areas of […]

by Guest Post on January 12, 2021 at 1:00 pm

“Branding” is obviously a buzzword in offices around the world, but the concept is so popular that the term has started […]

by Ask a Manager on January 12, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Can I ask my interviewer to get a Covid test? I was recently offered an […]

by Ask a Manager on January 11, 2021 at 6:59 pm

A reader writes: I work in a large furniture warehouse in the UK, employing around 200 people. Despite several national and local COVID-19 […]

by Ask a Manager on January 11, 2021 at 5:29 pm

A reader writes: I oversee a team of five members, and one person is very open about medical stuff. If she has a medical appointment, she […]

by Ask a Manager on January 11, 2021 at 3:59 pm

A reader writes: I have been pumping breast milk for over a year and today came across an issue at work. A coworker stopped me before I […]

by Matt Shealy on January 11, 2021 at 2:00 pm

Having all your eggs in the proverbial basket is disastrous for your future as an entrepreneur, especially if you are also not planning […]

by Ask a Manager on January 11, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Is this resume writer’s price worth it? I am currently looking for a […]

by Ask a Manager on January 9, 2021 at 6:00 am

This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. […]

by Ask a Manager on January 8, 2021 at 5:00 pm

It’s your Friday good news, with more accounts of success even in this weird time. 1. I just wanted to send you a note thanking you […]

by Ask a Manager on January 8, 2021 at 4:00 pm

It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything work-related that […]

by Ask a Manager on January 8, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Internal candidate is threatening to withdraw if he has to interview for […]

by SpaceX on January 8, 2021 at 2:53 am

by Kitty Boitnott on January 7, 2021 at 9:00 pm

Recruiters look at dozens of resumes a day. If they see something they don’t like, your resume could wind up in the “no” pile in just […]

by Ask a Manager on January 7, 2021 at 6:59 pm

A reader writes: I’ve been working from home for five years. I know that some people currently work from home due to the pandemic […]

by Ask a Manager on January 7, 2021 at 5:29 pm

Remember the letter-writer who was wondering if job-hopping could be their career somehow? Here’s the update. So, at least one of the […]

by Ask a Manager on January 7, 2021 at 3:59 pm

It’s the Thursday “ask the readers” question.  A reader writes: Most of my company has been working from home due to […]

by Ask a Manager on January 7, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My job told me to ignore safety rules for kids I’m a performing […]

by Ask a Manager on January 6, 2021 at 6:59 pm

A reader writes: Am I a jerk for “being inflexible” and not wanting to do non-work stuff during work hours? I’m a […]

by Ask a Manager on January 6, 2021 at 5:29 pm

A reader writes: I manage a newish manager, Jane, who has a team of four. Her team includes Rose and Lisa, newly joined from elsewhere in […]

by Ask a Manager on January 6, 2021 at 3:59 pm

A reader writes: I work in a training environment. One of my colleagues, who I’ll call Nikki, joined us 12 months ago. Jack works in […]

by Ask a Manager on January 6, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My boss bought new clothes for me I work at a furniture store and just had […]

by Ask a Manager on January 5, 2021 at 6:59 pm

A reader writes: OK, this is a ridiculous situation, but it’s also serious and spiralled out of control (we think?) and my coworker […]

by Ask a Manager on January 5, 2021 at 5:29 pm

A reader writes: Does it ever make sense to let an employer know that you suffer from depression? I take an antidepressant daily. I’m […]

by Ask a Manager on January 5, 2021 at 3:59 pm

A reader writes: It’s pandemic times now, but this question will still hold once things have calmed down. I am a residential faculty […]

by Ask a Manager on January 5, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. I have a crush on an older coworker, and we’re hanging out outside […]

by Ask a Manager on January 4, 2021 at 6:59 pm

I am very happy to be starting 2021 with a letter about witchcraft. A reader writes: I am an employee at a gas station. We have been hiring […]

by Ask a Manager on January 4, 2021 at 5:29 pm

A reader writes: My team’s administrative assistant, Olga, is incredibly impatient, and expects me to quickly complete things that I […]

by Ask a Manager on January 4, 2021 at 3:59 pm

A reader writes: Years ago, my husband owned a small computer business with a few employees. I occasionally helped him with it. One of the […]

by Ask a Manager on January 4, 2021 at 5:03 am

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My boss is frustrated that I won’t drive long distances by myself My […]

by SpaceX on December 24, 2020 at 12:50 am

by Stephanie Jones on December 22, 2020 at 3:00 pm

Brand awareness is one of the fundamentals of any marketing plan. It goes hand in hand with search engine optimization (SEO). As the […]

by Stephanie Jones on December 21, 2020 at 1:00 pm

Moving to a new city for a job is a major decision and commitment. Some people decide to relocate for a better opportunity, while others […]

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by Lee Anna Carrillo on December 10, 2020 at 1:00 pm

Whether you’re testing the waters or actively looking for your next career move, knowing how to structure your cover letter will get […]

by SpaceX on December 9, 2020 at 11:06 pm

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by Stephanie Jones on December 2, 2020 at 1:00 pm

As you likely know already, entrepreneurship is difficult. It requires extensive work, long hours, dedication, and a little bit of a sweet […]

by Stephanie Jones on December 1, 2020 at 1:00 pm

We all have habits. Some habits are helpful and healthy like packing a healthy lunch the night before work, but other habits limit our […]

by Ceren Cubukcu on November 30, 2020 at 4:30 pm

We deal with all types of people when we are working and some of them may not be very easy to work with. When you have a client that you […]

by SpaceX on November 25, 2020 at 2:33 am

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by Stephanie Jones on November 18, 2020 at 6:31 pm

Organizational leadership is often paired with human resources. Some see the two as different sides of the same coin while others view it […]

by Maria Elena Duron on November 18, 2020 at 1:30 pm

Have you ever been part of a talk where, even though the presenter seemed to have their facts and information right, the presentation […]

by SpaceX on November 17, 2020 at 7:26 am

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by Stephanie Jones on November 13, 2020 at 3:10 pm

Time management is one of the most essential skills for a successful academic life. As a student, you have to learn to find a balance […]

by SpaceX on November 6, 2020 at 1:10 am

by Jenna Arcand on November 2, 2020 at 9:45 pm

I got an email yesterday from a client wanting to know if I had any job search tips. Unfortunately, he had been recently laid off and found […]

by Jenna Arcand on October 28, 2020 at 4:30 pm

Anyone who’s ever been unemployed (or looked for a job while employed) knows how stressful and exhausting the job search process can be. […]

by Roli Edema on October 26, 2020 at 12:00 pm

U.S. Congressman Frank A. Clark once said: “Criticism, like rain, should be gentle enough to nourish a man’s growth without […]

by Stephanie Jones on October 23, 2020 at 12:00 pm

Many people wish to expand their brand outside their region by building a remote branch or hiring employees who work virtually. During the […]

by Stephanie Jones on October 13, 2020 at 12:00 pm

There are few pursuits in life that are more rewarding than building your own business from the ground up and seeing it go on to succeed. […]

by Matt Shealy on October 12, 2020 at 12:00 pm

Have you ever had someone tell you that you need to build a brand for yourself? The idea can be confusing as you may not think of yourself […]

by Kaitlyn Manktelow on October 9, 2020 at 2:29 pm

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by Costa Lamprou on September 25, 2020 at 12:00 pm

While virtual training sessions were already popular, they are receiving unprecedented attention in 2020, all thanks to the global […]

by Stephanie Jones on September 21, 2020 at 12:00 pm

Personal blogs are still very much a trend in 2020. Last year, online blogs reached 500 million in total. For 2020, it’s expected […]

by Ravi Sharma on September 18, 2020 at 2:00 pm

A business name works as a face. You have to keep your face attractive, appealing, and attention-grabbing. Deciding on a name is not a task […]

by Stephanie Jones on September 15, 2020 at 7:58 pm

Being a college student is not an easy job, but add to that looking for a job when you are a student and it’s a lot to balance. You […]

by Paul White on September 4, 2020 at 2:00 pm

One of the toughest things about the coronavirus pandemic is the huge adjustment we’ve all had to make in our personal and […]

by Tobias Foster on August 31, 2020 at 12:00 pm

While you may not be working in an office setting with your coworkers anymore, that doesn’t mean conflict has gone away. In fact, […]

by Jess Dixon on August 24, 2020 at 12:00 pm

The USA, like much of the world, has now officially entered a period of recession thanks to COVID-19. The pandemic has swept across the […]

by Yulia Yakunina on August 21, 2020 at 7:28 pm

I often chuckle when people ask the questions: “Is social media that big of a deal?” or “Can social media really boost my […]

by Stephanie Jones on August 21, 2020 at 12:00 pm

The COVID-19 pandemic may have put a pause on in-person networking opportunities, but that’s no excuse to stop building connections […]

by Mike Whitmire on August 19, 2020 at 12:00 pm

For most, choosing a career is a momentous decision fraught with second-guessing and dread. I mean, you are basically picking what […]