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Job hopping or career changes?
7 Aug 2023

Job hopping or career changes?

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

Q:  I have about 40 years of experience in my field, with no intention of leaving the workforce.  In the 80s, it was recommended that we should by loyal and commit to our jobs for at least 10 years.  All … Continued

candidate tips, career changer, changing careers, changing jobs, job doc blog
Communication challenges with a new CEO
17 Apr 2023

Communication challenges with a new CEO

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

Q:  I was hired by a Cambridge-based firm about 20 years ago.  I started in an entry-level role and have worked my way up.  I have had about five different managers in that time.  Each one was talented, but in … Continued

changing careers, job doc blog, management, problems with communication, problems with manager
Transitioning to a new career
17 Jan 2022

Transitioning to a new career

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

Q:  I am interested in a new field.  I have an undergraduate degree in visual arts but I have recently developed an interest in web design, blogging and digital marketing.  My work experience has been in office management and purchasing.  … Continued

career changer, changing careers, college education, job doc blog, new job, returning to college
Post-layoff, what are “recession-proof” industries?
1 Jun 2020

Post-layoff, what are “recession-proof” industries?

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

Q:  I have recently been laid off and I want to look at opportunities in a more secure industry.  In March, I was terminated from a travel-industry software company.  What companies are recession-proof?   A:  Many job seekers are looking … Continued

careers, changing careers, coronavirus, job doc blog, recession
Non-profit grant writer wants to start a business
15 Jul 2019

Non-profit grant writer wants to start a business

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

Q: I am looking to change careers.  I have been in non-profit development work for years.  I am tired of begging for money at black tie events!  One part of my job that I really love is grant writing.  I … Continued

changing careers, job doc blog, starting a business
Tips for a job search in 2018
1 Jan 2018

Tips for a job search in 2018

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

Q:  One of my goals for 2018 is to land a new job.  I have been at my current company (in a few different roles) for 20 plus years.  My guess is that my current role will be phased out … Continued

changing careers, changing jobs, job doc blog, job search, job search strategies, online resume submission, resumes
Frustrations during the job hunt
17 Jul 2017

Frustrations during the job hunt

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

Q: First – I recently contacted a place I REALLY want to work for and HR emailed me back and said they would like to talk.  I replied to the email almost a week ago and have heard nothing back.  … Continued

changing careers, job doc blog, job search, linkedin
Getting a horticulturalist out of a cube
12 Jun 2017

Getting a horticulturalist out of a cube

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

Q:  I have received written warning from my supervisor. The nature of his concern is my lack of focus on my job.  The truth is, I hate my job.  I try to avoid doing work every day at work.  It … Continued

career changer, changing careers, changing jobs, job doc blog, linkedin
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
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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