Professional references during a job search
Q: I am looking for a new job. I think I have a pretty decent resume. It’s been a long time since I had to look for a job. Do companies still check references? How do I share my references … Continued
Tips for a job search in 2018
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
Getting a horticulturalist out of a cube
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
How to develop contacts after re-locating
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
Preparing for a resignation
Q: I have been working for three years in a role where I have been increasingly dissatisfied. This is a first for me in a 20-year career. Prior to this role, I had two eight-plus year stints, where I was … Continued
Job hopping vs. non-job hopping between the generations
Q: Job hopping vs. non-job hopping. I was told when I was in college that you should stay with your employer as long as possible. I am not saying your whole career but maybe a few jobs over 30 years. … Continued
Pursuing a Second Career in Interior Design
Q: I am 35 years old and a stay at home with two small children. My undergraduate degree was in political science. It was a degree that I never really used since I worked mostly in marketing and non-profit fundraising … Continued
Burning bridges (or not)
Q: I applied for the perfect job. I was interviewed three times by the company. The recruiter told me I was a finalist and the hiring team was very interested. I just found out (from an email!) that I did … Continued
Job Doc chat with Pattie Hunt Sinacole @ Boston.com 1-12-15
It was a busy day on the Job Doc Chat. This week Pattie answered questions about presenting your most successful stats only, following up in January about a pre-holiday interview, being asked by HR if you would be interested in … Continued