Results Through People
Q: I am applying to several larger companies, after a significant downsizing. I have been told that most of these employers use software to weed out candidates. How do I make sure that my resume gets reviewed and lands on … Continued
Q: I am looking to change careers. I have been in non-profit development work for years. I am tired of begging for money at black tie events! One part of my job that I really love is grant writing. I … Continued
Q: I am pregnant and my due date is in the late fall of 2019. I understand that Massachusetts now offers a paid maternity leave benefit. How do I apply? What other benefits should I be thinking about? A: Congratulations! … Continued
Q: My son is a recent graduate of a local university. He is headed to a second interview in early July. He was told by the recruiter that they like a candidate to “come prepared with questions” for the face-to-face … Continued
Q: I work for a mid-sized law firm and I am enjoying the work. One of the partners is a problem. After I started in my role, he started hanging out near my office and it became excessive. I learned … Continued
Q. I work at a large company as a middle-level manager. I recently had to lay off many of the employees that work for me. Our company seems to do this almost every year if we don’t make our numbers. … Continued
Q: I have been on three interviews for one role. All the feedback has been positive and encouraging. I interviewed with the hiring manager twice. After the third interview I was told we would be “talking offer” so I have … Continued
Q: I am the leader of a tech company along Route 128. We expect to lay off a small number (about 3-5) of engineers at the end of the summer. I have been working with our CTO. Suddenly all of … Continued
Q: We had a dispute in our office last week. It started with a verbal disagreement. Then two guys really started shouting. One guy pushed another guy. Someone yelled “take it outside!” They went outside to our parking lot and … Continued
Q: My company is moving to an open office concept. I am easily distracted and feel like this will really hinder my performance. We have many noisy people in our offices, including gum snappers, flip flop flappers, whistlers and hummers, … Continued