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Pattie Hunt Sinacole advises on how to respond to company layoffs
28 Nov 2022

Pattie Hunt Sinacole advises on how to respond to company layoffs

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

Q:  I am worried about my job.  My company is reducing staff.  I think we are in an industry that is shrinking.  Without revealing too much, it is an industry which includes equipment for the home.  During the pandemic, we … Continued

job doc blog, job loss, layoff, linkedin, networking, unemployment
What are your strengths?
21 Nov 2022

What are your strengths?

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

Q: I am applying for a role with a new company This new company is a competitor of my employer.  Many of my co-workers know my strengths and weaknesses.  I am very detail-oriented and deadline driven.  I like to crunch … Continued

interviewing strategies, job doc blog, job search, job seeker, new manager
Should a candidate re-apply?
14 Nov 2022

Should a candidate re-apply?

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

Q:  I had a summer internship cancelled during the summer of 2020.  I was disappointed, to say the least.  I am still interested in that company, but not sure how I should go about re-applying.  I am graduating in December, … Continued

candidate tips, employment application, internship, job applications, job doc blog, rehires
Pattie Hunt Sinacole addresses accommodations and dogs
7 Nov 2022

Pattie Hunt Sinacole addresses accommodations and dogs

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

Q:  I have a specific question for you.  I work for a company that is casual and flexible.  We can choose how to dress.  We have a ton of flexibility.  They provide meals sometimes.  They often have fun events for … Continued

accommodations, company culture, job doc blog, Mass. law, work environment, workplace
Pattie Hunt Sinacole explains the process of a workplace investigation
31 Oct 2022

Pattie Hunt Sinacole explains the process of a workplace investigation

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

Q:  I was just asked to participate in a workplace investigation.  I was asked this by my direct manager and then our VP of People called me their office.  I am not sure what this is about.  How should I … Continued

employee rights, investigation, job doc blog, management, workplace
Generational differences? Pattie Hunt Sinacole offers a possible explanation
24 Oct 2022

Generational differences? Pattie Hunt Sinacole offers a possible explanation

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

Q:  I am in my mid 50s and feel like I am out of touch with my employees.  They complain about our workplace, often times not the work on their desks.  They ask if what I am doing about the … Continued

company culture, employee benefits, employer, employment outlook, flexible hours, job doc blog, management
Co-worker negativity
17 Oct 2022

Co-worker negativity

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

Q:  I went to a conference recently with a few colleagues.  It seems like many are very angry about their careers.  They have always been like this, even before COVID.  They complain about their boss, the cafeteria food, the commute, … Continued

concerns, conflicts, job doc blog, negativity, new employees, problems with communication
Mental health issues in the workplace, expert Abbie Rosenberg weighs in
10 Oct 2022

Mental health issues in the workplace, expert Abbie Rosenberg weighs in

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

Q:  As a manager, we are seeing a rise in mental health issues in our workplace.  Most of these concerns are occurring within our 20 something employees.  Is there something we can do to support our employees?  Our EAP (Employee … Continued

company culture, employer, job doc blog, mental health, new employees, work environment, work life balance
Pattie Hunt Sinacole provides suggestions on exit interviews
3 Oct 2022

Pattie Hunt Sinacole provides suggestions on exit interviews

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

Q:  I just sent in my resignation notice.  I sent it to my direct manager.  Who else should get a copy?  HR?  Most employees are asked to participate in an exit interview.  I want to be honest, but I also … Continued

exit interview, HR, Human Resources, job doc blog, leaving a job, resignation
Return to the workplace and employee engagement
26 Sep 2022

Return to the workplace and employee engagement

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  For many years, like many other workers, I had to commute to work. My commute is about 45 minutes long.  Then COVID hit and we all went remote.  I was able to squeeze in another 30 to 60 minutes … Continued

commute, COVID-19, job doc blog, management, quitting, returning to work

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