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A verbal commitment of a salary increase
12 Jan 2015

A verbal commitment of a salary increase

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

Q: When I was hired almost one year ago, my manager told me that they would “look at my salary” at the one-year mark. Nothing has been mentioned since then. I have been given positive feedback from him on a … Continued

review, salaries
Transition to Biomedical Engineering Role
5 Jan 2015

Transition to Biomedical Engineering Role

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

Q: I am eager to enter a new field, specifically biomedical engineering. I have an undergraduate degree in a related field (biology). However, my biology degree is not a perfect match for a biomedical engineering job. Do I have to … Continued

biomedical, changing careers, engineer
New Year’s Resolution – A New Job
29 Dec 2014

New Year’s Resolution – A New Job

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

Q: This year, for real, I need to change jobs. I have talked about it before but I need to make it a reality. My industry is shrinking. However, I am in a role (facilities management) which is somewhat transferable to other … Continued

elevator speech, job search, job search strategies, linkedin, networking
Job Hunting over Holiday Week
22 Dec 2014

Job Hunting over Holiday Week

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

Q: Should I suspend my search over the holiday week? I have been told that the week around Christmas and the New Year are worthless for job hunters. True? A: I agree and disagree. The coming week is slow as … Continued

job search, job search strategies
If Ben Edelman had a Do-Over
15 Dec 2014

If Ben Edelman had a Do-Over

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

Q: Tell me what you think of Ben Edelman, the Harvard professor who tangled with a restaurant owner over $4.00. A: Wow. Ok, I think Ben Edelman is probably very smart. I think Ben Edelman probably earned a perfect score … Continued

etiquette, kindness, pricing
Holiday Food Temptations
8 Dec 2014

Holiday Food Temptations

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

Q: During the holiday season, my office tends to go overboard with food. There is a potluck. Then a company-paid luncheon. Now colleagues are bringing in bagels, donuts, etc. It seems crazy to me. I recently lost quite a bit … Continued

holiday party, office etiquette
A Flexible Work Arrangement vs. A New Job
1 Dec 2014

A Flexible Work Arrangement vs. A New Job

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

Q: I work in downtown Boston and live about 45 minutes north of the city. Traffic seems to be getting worse and worse, which has lengthened my commute. My husband works closer to our daughter’s daycare but now is moving … Continued

flexible hours, Flexible Work Arrangements, FWA
Being Accessible 24 Hours Per Day for Work
24 Nov 2014

Being Accessible 24 Hours Per Day for Work

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

Q: I am interviewing for a job and was told that the CEO expects “7 by 24” accessibility to the engineering team. I have a strong work ethic but I do coach my son’s basketball team and enjoy time with … Continued

accessibility, interviewing, on call
At-Will Phrase in Offer Letter
17 Nov 2014

At-Will Phrase in Offer Letter

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

Q: I just received a job offer. How wonderful right? Not so wonderful. Well some of it is good. The company is great, exactly where I want to be regarding both location and industry. Compensation is good. Benefits information looks … Continued

at-will, job offers
Asking About an Overdue Performance Review
10 Nov 2014

Asking About an Overdue Performance Review

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

Q: It has been about 15 months since I was hired into my first position out of college. I like my job a lot and I am grateful I have started at a company with a good reputation. When I … Continued

employee benefits, office etiquette, performance, review, salaries

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