Results Through People
Q: I am leaving my current employer in late December. I want to do this professionally. I think my manager will be shocked. How can I resign without damaging this relationship? A: The groundwork for leaving an employer in a … Continued
Q: I work in a great company. Most of my co-workers are smart, approachable and just really good people. We have one long-term employee though who I think is a problem. I don’t want to be a complainer but honestly … Continued
Q: I recently was interviewed as part of a workplace investigation at my company. I was told in advance that I would be asked questions about our office and work environment. I met with the investigator and she asked very … Continued
Q: I might have to leave a job I love. I love my job, my colleagues and my work. I even love my boss. However, there is a manager, in another department, who is targeting me. He has made my … Continued
Q: I recently applied for a job that was posted online. I participated in several interviews. After several interviews, I was told (by email) that another candidate was selected for the role. In the email, the recruiter told me that … Continued
Q: Last week I was interviewed for a role which wasn’t really for me. The interviewer was wonderful though and spent an hour with me. She was patient, kind and generous with her time. Is it worth sending a thank-you … Continued
Q: Our holiday party is soon approaching. We have just been acquired by a larger company. Our past holiday parties have been pretty subdued with each employee bringing in their special favorite dish and then the company picking up the … Continued
Q: I work in a very casual technology company. Most employees really put forth an effort every day and on every project. There are a few who take advantage of our casual culture. They take afternoon bike rides, head to … Continued
Q: I work for a healthcare company on the south shore. Recently, a vendor asked me to schedule a time to come to our office to present an award. I explained that I would have to check with my director … Continued
Q: I work in an office park where most everyone parks in the rear parking lot of the building. I have asthma and cigarette smoke is a problem for me. When I leave the office mid-day for lunch, I have … Continued