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Can an employer request specific documents for the I-9?
15 Oct 2018

Can an employer request specific documents for the I-9?

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

Q: I am a new HR Representative working in a growing tech company.  I report to the CFO.  He doesn’t seem to know a lot about HR.  Last week, he told me that we can ask new hires for specific … Continued

HR services, tech
“Tell me about yourself.”
8 Oct 2018

“Tell me about yourself.”

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

Q: I recently interviewed for a job with a competitor.  I arrived to their office on time.  I was dressed appropriately.  I even brought a few extra copies of my resume to the interview.  Then, it happened.  The dreaded question.  … Continued

interview, interviewing strategies, job, job doc blog
Applying online and no luck
1 Oct 2018

Applying online and no luck

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

Q:  My husband has applied to several jobs online.  It seems that no one responds to resumes submitted anymore.  He is not having great success.  What advice do you have for a 42-year-old purchasing specialist in his job search? A:  … Continued

job applications, job doc blog, job search, job search strategies, job seeker, job seekers, online resume submission
An overview of employee referral program “rules”
24 Sep 2018

An overview of employee referral program “rules”

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

Q: I recently referred a friend to work at my company.  My friend was hired.  I thought I would be entitled to a bonus for referring my friend.  I asked my HR Rep and she said that I was not … Continued

bonuses, employee referrals, job doc blog
A business breaking the rules when employing a teen
17 Sep 2018

A business breaking the rules when employing a teen

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

Q: My 14-year-old son recently ended a summer job, which he really loved.  The owner of the store wants him to work part-time throughout the school year.  However, I think the store owner is not aware of many laws, which … Continued

employment law, Mass. law, summer jobs
Can I request an exit interview post-departure?
10 Sep 2018

Can I request an exit interview post-departure?

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

Q:  I recently left a company and was not given an exit interview.  I know others were given one.  Is it too late to request one, after I have left the company?  What is the typical protocol?  Is an exit … Continued

exit interview, job doc blog, leaving a job
Documents required upon hire
3 Sep 2018

Documents required upon hire

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

Q: I recently verbally accepted a new job.  I received the offer letter.  It describes requiring some documentation on my first date of employment.  Can you explain why they need these documents?  And they recommend bringing a driver’s license and … Continued

employment, hiring, job doc blog, official documents
New non-compete law in Massachusetts
27 Aug 2018

New non-compete law in Massachusetts

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

Q: What is your advice regarding non-compete contracts in the technology industry?  Are they commonly enforced? A: Your question couldn’t be more timely.  Historically, non-compete agreements in the technology world have been enforceable in Massachusetts; the enforceability of these agreements has … Continued

job doc blog, Mass. law, technology
Networking and a sluggish response
20 Aug 2018

Networking and a sluggish response

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

Q: I am a former CEO.  Earlier this year I left my role voluntarily.  When I was a CEO, I was working and traveling and had no time with my family.  I took a few months off to re-assess my … Continued

job doc blog, networking
Can a pregnant sales rep be terminated for not meeting quota?
14 Aug 2018

Can a pregnant sales rep be terminated for not meeting quota?

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

Q:  I joined a new company in late 2017 as an account representative for the Northeast region.  It has been chaotic because I have had 3 different managers since I started working here.  In June, our company hired a new … Continued

employee rights, job doc blog, Mass. law, Massachusetts, termination

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