Frustrated job seeker
Q: I have been in the same role for five plus years. I feel like there is no where to go in my current company. Whenever I apply to a posted job, I am told that I am one of … Continued
Bathing suits in the office?
Q: I am a new supervisor. I oversee a small team of inside sales reps in a tech company. I was their peer at one point. Our office is very casual, which is good mostly. However, in the spring, it … Continued
A widow and a job loss
Q: I became a widow several years ago. My husband handled all of the finances. I started a new job about two months ago, and then was just told my job is being eliminated. I am so overwhelmed, and nervous about … Continued
What if a candidate wants to apply to several different roles at the same company
Q: I have seen multiple roles for the same employer. One is in accounting; one is in their warehouse and one is in purchasing. I am interested in all three, with accounting being your top choice. The way their website … Continued
No response after extensive interview process
Q: About six weeks ago, I interviewed for what I thought was the perfect job. I thought the interviews went well, and I had six interviews in all. The hiring team told me a decision would be made by early … Continued
The CROWN Act
Q: Can you describe to me what the CROWN Act is? I thought I had a sound understanding of state laws, including PFML, but this is a new one for me. Also, does it apply to everyone? What about independent … Continued
Pajama pants in the office?
Q: I work for a tech firm in Waltham. The company is fairly informal and casual. We are in start-up mode. My last employer was more structured, and not formal, but more professional in terms of dress code. I am … Continued
Telephone interview prep
Q: For the past two years, I feel like I was able to successfully interview via video calls, like Zoom. Now some employers are moving back to phone interviews, because of “Zoom fatigue.” I almost feel like I do better … Continued
Transitioning from intern to employee, is that possible?
Q: I am a student, with a spring internship already lined up. I hope to start an internship and then possibly get a full-time job next summer, after I graduate in May, 2024. Do many interns transition to full-time roles … Continued
Should you disclose a planned vacation when interviewing?
Q: I have booked a cruise for March, 2024. I have already paid for it. I am also, very unexpectedly, interviewing for a new job. I think I may get an offer in early December. I am nervous that if … Continued