Schedule change?
Q: I have been working as a receptionist for a few years, at a local law firm. We have a new office manager, who is my supervisor. For the past few years, I have been fortunate to be able to … Continued
Generational differences? Pattie Hunt Sinacole offers a possible explanation
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
Pattie Hunt Sinacole discusses flexible work options
Q: My co-workers and I want to approach our leadership team about having more flexibility at work. It very limited. We have scheduled breaks, lunch hours and start/end times. We work for someone who started his career over 30 years … Continued
Turnover, and retaining talent
Q: I run a consulting firm. We have experienced turnover like never before. We can’t seem to keep talent. Some of our employees are going to competitors, but some are just taking time off. What is an employer to do? … Continued
Can my employer change my hours?
Q: I work in an office for a professional services firm south of Boston. When I was hired three years ago, my hours were discussed as 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. My hours are important to me because I have … Continued
A new work schedule and the pitfalls of “at-will” employment
Q: In December, our company owner told us there may be changes in our hours and shifts and that he was “figuring it all out” but that our preferences would be heard. Each of us met with him and explained … Continued
A Flexible Work Arrangement vs. A New Job
Q: I work in downtown Boston and live about 45 minutes north of the city. Traffic seems to be getting worse and worse, which has lengthened my commute. My husband works closer to our daughter’s daycare but now is moving … Continued
Account Mgr – PT with flex hours, Worcester-area
Account Manager Professional office requires a reliable, hard-working and PC literate Account Manager. Must have prior office experience. Overview:Working in a busy insurance office, you will be the “go to” resource for client and broker requests. Insurance experience strongly preferred. … Continued