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Web design, a new career interest
25 Jul 2016

Web design, a new career interest

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q:  I am interested in a new field.  I have an undergraduate degree in history but I have recently developed an interest in web design.  My work experience has been in office management and now community relations for a large … Continued

careers, changing careers, education, high demand careers
What to expect from an exit interview
18 Jul 2016

What to expect from an exit interview

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: I have just given my notice after working for seven years at my current company. I was told that I should schedule an exit interview with corporate HR. I have never participated in an exit interview. What does this … Continued

employee benefits, interview, quitting, salary and benefits
What do James Taylor and job hunting have to do with one another?
11 Jul 2016

What do James Taylor and job hunting have to do with one another?

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: I have applied and applied to one company. I have tried to submit a resume through a position posted online through an industry-specific website. I have submitted a resume through a posting on Linkedin. I have emailed my resume … Continued

interviewing, job search, linkedin, resumes
Thank you mom!
5 Jul 2016

Thank you mom!

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: Last week I was interviewed for a role which wasn’t really for me.  The interviewer was wonderful though and spent an hour with me.  She was patient, kind and generous with her time.  Is it worth sending a thank-you … Continued

etiquette, interview, interviewing
FMLA and remote employees
27 Jun 2016

FMLA and remote employees

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: I have worked for a Boston-based company for several years. I live in western Mass and have lived here for over 10 years. I never considered it a big deal. However, now I am applying for a Family and … Continued

employee benefits, employee rights, FMLA, leave of absence, maternity leave
Resume blunders
20 Jun 2016

Resume blunders

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: I recently was told by a hiring manager my resume needs to be improved. What does that mean? Why would someone say that? I was given no specific comments. I am not sure what your resume looks like, but … Continued

interviewing, job applications, job hunting tips, job search, resumes
Frequency of performance feedback and evaluations
13 Jun 2016

Frequency of performance feedback and evaluations

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: How often do most employees receive performance evaluations? Is there a guideline? Also, I think everyone expects a raise but not everyone deserves one. What are your thoughts on this? A: Employers can design their own performance management systems. … Continued

employer, management, performance, salary
Stand up and shake
6 Jun 2016

Stand up and shake

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: I have one year of professional experience. I graduated from a good college in 2015. I was recently given really harsh feedback from a recruiter. The recruiter told me I didn’t advance in the selection process with a local … Continued

candidate mistakes, candidate tips, interviewing
Balancing several offers
30 May 2016

Balancing several offers

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: I have been job hunting for several months. I have two offers in front of me, and both are an improvement of my current role. I am interviewing for a third role this week. How do I keep the … Continued

hiring, interviewing, job offers
Respond!
23 May 2016

Respond!

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

Q: I am a supervisor and have been hiring for a number of entry-level positions for a company south of Boston. We call and email candidates. They take their time getting back to us and then seem irritated when we … Continued

candidate mistakes, candidate tips, interviewing, job search

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