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Two positive interviews, how do I thank them?
20 Jul 2020

Two positive interviews, how do I thank them?

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

Q:  I recently interviewed for a job which is an ideal fit for me.  The responsibilities I discussed with the hiring manager are perfect.  The location is convenient.  The company culture seems like it would be compatible.  I have had … Continued

interview, interviewing, job doc blog, post-interview, promising interview, thank-you notes
Recent grads – some tips for job hunting
13 Jul 2020

Recent grads – some tips for job hunting

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

Q: My son just graduated from college and is struggling with finding a job during this pandemic.  What advice can you give a recent college grad? A: The pandemic has created quite a bit of instability in our economy, both … Continued

college grad, coronavirus, job doc blog, recent college grad
Unused vacation time in 2020
22 Jun 2020

Unused vacation time in 2020

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

Q: I run a small consulting firm.  Thankfully many of us have been able to work from home since the middle of March.  Now I am worried about vacation time.  Many of our employees have been unable to use their … Continued

coronavirus, Information technology, job doc blog, unused vacation time, vacation time
Post-layoff, what are “recession-proof” industries?
1 Jun 2020

Post-layoff, what are “recession-proof” industries?

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

Q:  I have recently been laid off and I want to look at opportunities in a more secure industry.  In March, I was terminated from a travel-industry software company.  What companies are recession-proof?   A:  Many job seekers are looking … Continued

careers, changing careers, coronavirus, job doc blog, recession
Meal breaks in Massachusetts
25 May 2020

Meal breaks in Massachusetts

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

Q: I am in a job, and I think I am eligible for paid overtime (at time and one-half) after I work forty hours.  I live and work in Massachusetts.  However, no one has mentioned lunch breaks.  How does this … Continued

employee rights, employment law, job doc blog, lunch break, Mass. law
Video conferencing interview – tips for a first timer
6 Apr 2020

Video conferencing interview – tips for a first timer

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

Q:  I am doing my first video interview this week.  I am experienced interviewing face-to-face onsite with a company.  This video interviewing is all new to me.  What can I do to prepare? A:  A great question, and timely for … Continued

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COVID-19 – some employee questions answered
18 Mar 2020

COVID-19 – some employee questions answered

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

Q: I work for a retailer in downtown Boston.  Foot traffic has almost stopped.  I am not sure how long my business owner can stay open with the coronavirus concerns.  I think my boss wants to lay us off temporarily … Continued

coronavirus, job doc blog, layoff, retailer, sick time
What are your leave rights if you are having twins?
9 Mar 2020

What are your leave rights if you are having twins?

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

Q: I am expecting in September, 2020.  I live and work in Massachusetts.  My company is a start-up in Cambridge with about 35 employees.  I am about to share this information with my employer.  Although overwhelming, I am expecting twins.  … Continued

job doc blog, maternity leave, small business, start-up
The first step in the interview process, telephone and video conferencing calls
2 Mar 2020

The first step in the interview process, telephone and video conferencing calls

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

Q:  I have been unemployed since early January.  This is my first time being unemployed and it is nerve-wracking.  I am struggling with the concept of a telephone interview or video call.  In the past, I always did well in … Continued

candidate tips, interview, interviewing, interviewing strategies, job doc blog, telephone interview
Updating an old resume
24 Feb 2020

Updating an old resume

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

Q:  You have probably commented on this before, but I have not written a resume in a long time.  Where do I start?  My last resume is probably 10 or more years old.  HELP! A:  Great that you are updating … Continued

candidate tips, job applications, job doc blog, resumes, updating your resume

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