Results Through People
Q: I have interviewed for several roles recently. It seems every company has a different interview process. Some have phone interviews. Some require candidates to complete an application online. Some want to interview candidates several times. Some require pre-employment testing. … Continued
Q: I recently upgraded my resume. I have sent it to several large employers in New England. I have attached a copy for your review. Can you comment? I am not getting a lot of responses. A: Thanks for attaching … Continued
Q: I own a small retail store. I often have customer service openings that I post on different local community sites. Recently I had a role, where this new employee would have to work some nights or weekends. I think … Continued
Q: I have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree, meaning I never walked across a podium and received a piece of paper. However, I completed all the required coursework. Can I say, on a resume, that I hold a bachelor’s … Continued
Q: Two years ago I landed a job. It’s ok. I don’t love it and I don’t hate it. However since January, 2017, I am getting calls from headhunters almost every week. What is this all about? Some are discussing … Continued
Q: Can I be fired for bad communication skills after working at this company for two years and having been a foreman with no bad reviews, excellent goals and maintaining attendance? A: Companies terminate employees for a number of reasons. … Continued
Q: I recently joined a small company and we are growing. It is an exciting opportunity. I asked my manager for my job description and she said we don’t have job descriptions. Is that legal? A: Job descriptions can be … Continued
Q: I am an independent contractor and file my own taxes, etc. One of my clients pays me on the first of every month, for the work completed in the prior month. I should have a check in hand by … Continued
The HR Community in New England is mourning the death of a legend. Bob Gatti, a well-known HR leader, died earlier this month at his home in Norfolk, Massachusetts. Bob Gatti was a trusted advisor and mentor to many in … Continued
Q: My daughter is graduating college in the spring of 2017. She has replied to many online postings and seems to be getting frustrated. Many of her friends are landing jobs. I am sure that job hunting has changed since … Continued