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Tell me about yourself
20 Sep 2021

Tell me about yourself

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I recently interviewed for a job with a very desirable company.  The first round of interviews was on Zoom.  Unfortunately, I think I failed one question.  I call it the worst interview question in the world.  It’s not even … Continued

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A kid and a bagel
13 Sep 2021

A kid and a bagel

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I have a small consulting business.  Most of us work remotely, from a home office.  Some of us have home offices which are reasonable, private and professional.  One woman uses a spare bedroom and there is a simple painting … Continued

COVID-19, job doc blog, videoconferencing, work environment, working at home, working from home, working parent
Post Zoom termination, reader asks some reasonable questions
6 Sep 2021

Post Zoom termination, reader asks some reasonable questions

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I was recently terminated and am unclear of the reason.  When I asked why during my very abrupt Zoom termination meeting, I was told “we think it is best to part ways.”  What does that mean?  Am I eligible … Continued

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Offer rescinded, now what?
30 Aug 2021

Offer rescinded, now what?

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I am in between jobs.  I left my last job in May and accepted a job starting in June.  The company rescinded the offer because of “changing business conditions.”  Now I am without a job.  I am looking for … Continued

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Working retail on Labor Day?
23 Aug 2021

Working retail on Labor Day?

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  In a few weeks, we will be celebrating Labor Day.  Most retailer shops will be open.  I thought it was a federal holiday and that businesses would be closed.  Can you explain? A:  Thank you for prompting me to … Continued

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Leaving a role
16 Aug 2021

Leaving a role

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I plan to leave my current job in the next three months.  I know some of my colleagues have left unprofessionally over the last few years, while others have left in a graceful and professional way.  Do you have … Continued

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Resume needs improvement
9 Aug 2021

Resume needs improvement

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I recently was told by a recruiter that my resume needs to be improved.  I am not sure what he was talking about.  I was given no specific comments. A:  Having not seen your resume, I am unsure of … Continued

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PFML – can non-Massachusetts residents apply?
2 Aug 2021

PFML – can non-Massachusetts residents apply?

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I own a company in Massachusetts.  We are on the Rhode Island border, so many of our employees live in RI but work in MA.  No one has been able to give me a straight answer.  Are these RI … Continued

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Can I skip my 30-minute meal break?
26 Jul 2021

Can I skip my 30-minute meal break?

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I have a question. My new manager is requiring us to take a 30-minute meal break.  When we ask if we can skip it, he says, “It’s the law.” For years, we were allowed to work through our lunch … Continued

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Onboarding a remote employee
19 Jul 2021

Onboarding a remote employee

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I am starting a role in August.  The company is working completely remotely and there are no plans for them to renew their office space lease.  I am nervous about joining a new role 100% remotely.  What should I … Continued

company culture, COVID-19, job doc blog, new employee, new employees, new job

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