No upward mobility, now what?
Q: I hope to secure a new role in a new company. I have tried to job post internally but my competition has been fierce. Usually at least six or more candidates post for a single role, at the level … Continued
Contracting – how to best present your work history
Q: I have been doing contracting for several well-known companies. I have lots of experience, and would like to secure a full-time position. My resume is viewed by many as having many short stints. I explain to recruiters that the … Continued
When employees “ghost”
Q: I am a lead engineer. Although I am not a supervisor, I am involved in the hiring, performance reviews, and directing work of our new hires. Many of our new hires are fresh grads from some very competitive colleges. … Continued
What benefits are required for summer employees?
Q: I run a company in metrowest. We have 27 employees, and then about 5 employees over the summer to cover vacations. My question is regarding summer employees. Are they subject to the same laws as year-round employees? Even PFML? … Continued
Inappropriate conduct, what to do
Q: I joined a small tech company last fall. We are fairly informal. Very few policies or documents. As we return to our workplace, with a hybrid schedule, I expect that we will also return to our happy hours on … Continued
Candidate responsiveness = candidate interest
Q: About a month ago, I had a good interview with a company downtown. I took a whole Friday off for the interview. I thought I would receive an offer. The following week, I emailed my contact. I received a … Continued
Long COVID – how to disclose as a candidate
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
LinkedIn and a job search
Q: You seem to be a fan of LinkedIn for those of us looking for a new opportunity. Please explain. Why should I spend time on my LinkedIn profile or even connecting with others? Years ago, we never used LinkedIn … Continued
Recent termination of employment
Q: I was recently terminated, without notice, from my company. I was employed for there for seven years. I was never given a warning or even a harsh word. I am being told that I should sign this agreement, and … Continued
A “marathon” interview day, how to prepare
Q. I have been asked to participate in a “marathon” interview day. It has been defined as a half dozen interviews in a single day. I worry about how repetitive I may be. Do I keep repeating the same “stories,” … Continued