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Landing a finance role in 2017
26 Dec 2016

Landing a finance role in 2017

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

Q:  I recently applied for several senior financial management roles.  I have experience at large, international organizations.  The roles I am currently interested in are roles working for smaller organizations.  Typically these roles are working for entrepreneurial start-up organizations.  I … Continued

job applications, job hunting tips, job search, job seeker, resumes
No year-end bonus
19 Dec 2016

No year-end bonus

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

Q: I was just told that I would be one of the few employees not receiving a year-end bonus this year.  Historically my company rewards employees with a bonus in January, based on the prior year’s performance, both company and … Continued

employee benefits, salary, salary and benefits
Camp Director career path options
12 Dec 2016

Camp Director career path options

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

Q:  I am a college senior, graduating in May, 2017 with a major in Exercise Science.  For the past ten summers, I have been a camper, then a counselor at an overnight camp.  Camp changed my life.  I hope to … Continued

Networking tips for an introvert
5 Dec 2016

Networking tips for an introvert

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

Q:  I am introvert.  I have been told to network.  How does a network introvert?  It is so anxiety-producing!  HELP.  The thought of walking into a giant room of strangers has me feeling sick. A: Networking is still a critical … Continued

job hunting tips, job search, job search strategies, job seeker, linkedin, networking
Responding to a written warning
28 Nov 2016

Responding to a written warning

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

Q: I recently received a written warning, which listed several “areas requiring action and attention” at work.  Am I doomed?  Should I just pack it up and resign?  Do employees ever get a second chance after receiving one of these?  … Continued

job loss, resignation
Casual dress is sometimes too casual
21 Nov 2016

Casual dress is sometimes too casual

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

Q:  Our company struggles with dress code issues.  Most employees dress appropriately, but we have some employees who dress for a night out and some who dress in flimsy little camisoles (even in cold weather) and think that is appropriate … Continued

office attire, office etiquette, office issues
How to develop contacts after re-locating
14 Nov 2016

How to develop contacts after re-locating

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

Q: I moved to Boston about six months ago and I think I have made a mistake.  I am terribly homesick and have not made a lot of friends.  I have relatives but they are in NY, which is further … Continued

changing careers, changing jobs, networking
What do I mean by “invest” in a Linkedin profile
7 Nov 2016

What do I mean by “invest” in a Linkedin profile

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

Q: Recently I heard you speak at a workshop.  You mentioned that it is smart to “invest in a robust Linkedin profile.”  What does that mean?  Do I have to pay for a profile?  How do I get started? A: … Continued

job hunting tips, linkedin, networking
Guidelines for work-related social events
31 Oct 2016

Guidelines for work-related social events

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

Q:  Recently, we had a summer outing where all employees were invited to a beachside cookout and bonfire.  Most of our employees and family members had a great time.  There were a few employees and guests who, in my opinion, … Continued

company-sponsored event, holiday party
Honoring a verbal commitment
24 Oct 2016

Honoring a verbal commitment

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

Q: I have been with my current company for seven years.  I was recently promoted to a sales rep for a region.  I have been in this role for six months.  The first three months, my company provided extensive sales … Continued

career advancement, changing careers, job offers, job opportunity, networking

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