Results Through People
Q: For many years, like many other workers, I had to commute to work. My commute is about 45 minutes long. Then COVID hit and we all went remote. I was able to squeeze in another 30 to 60 minutes … Continued
Q: I am working remotely and my manager wants us to return to the office July 1st. He believes everyone who works from home is watching the “Price is Right.” Without the interruptions at the office, I have been far … Continued
Q: Recently, we had a COVID-safety outing where all employees were invited to a cookout and bonfire. Most of our employees and family members had a great time. A few employees drank too much. I worry about inappropriate behavior and … Continued
Q: I am a candidate for a role in biotech. I have been diagnosed with long COVID (or PASC, the medical term). I will need some accommodations for this condition. How or when do I ask a prospective employer? A: … Continued
Q: I am applying for a new job. The problem is I haven’t applied for a job in 22 years! I am sick with anxiety. What can I do to prepare? Do I need to be a Zoom expert? A: … Continued
Q: At my company, we are all working remotely. We have a weekly Zoom call on Friday mornings to share updates and client information. During this Zoom call, a colleague, who was just hired late in 2021 sends me messages … Continued
Q: I lost my job a few months ago, in the fall of 2021. I have been looking for a new job for several weeks. Winter is not my friend. I want to move to another state with warmer weather … Continued
Q: I am a business owner and I am nervous about this “Great Resignation” that I am reading about. I feel like I pay employees competitively and offer a menu of good benefits options. I don’t have a whole lot … Continued
Q: We are planning a year-end holiday party. Because of COVID, we are planning to have it outside pm a heated outdoor patio, next to our building. Do you have any recommendations for a successful event? A: Every year company … Continued
Q: I started a job in September. I am working primarily remotely but it feels like my learning curve is steep. I don’t feel like I know my team members or how to handle some of the most basic tasks, … Continued