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Joining a new company when working remotely
8 Nov 2021

Joining a new company when working remotely

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I started a job in September.  I am working primarily remotely but it feels like my learning curve is steep.  I don’t feel like I know my team members or how to handle some of the most basic tasks, … Continued

COVID-19, job doc blog, new employee, new employees, new job, working from home
Landing a summer job for 2022
1 Nov 2021

Landing a summer job for 2022

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

Q:  I am a senior in high school.  My hope is to work in a summer job (next year – 2022) related to finance.  How do I secure such a job?  I love math and numbers.  I enjoy watching the … Continued

finding a job, job doc blog, job hunting tips, job search strategies, summer jobs
A “people” culture and flexibility
25 Oct 2021

A “people” culture and flexibility

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

Q:  I work in a technology company.  Most employees really put forth an effort every day and on every project.  There are a few who take advantage of our laid-back “people” culture.  There is a group who will take afternoon … Continued

company culture, etiquette at work, job doc blog, work environment
Can my employer change my hours?
18 Oct 2021

Can my employer change my hours?

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

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

flexible hours, job doc blog, new supervisor, work hours
Resigning – is one week ok?
11 Oct 2021

Resigning – is one week ok?

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

Q: I was recently offered a job and accepted it immediately.  The interview process was rigorous and I am so excited to have been offered the job!  It is a wonderful opportunity and a step up in terms of responsibilities.  … Continued

job doc blog, job offers, leaving a job, new job, recruiter, recruiters
Dress while on video calls
4 Oct 2021

Dress while on video calls

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  Our company is continuing to work remotely through 2021, at least.  I work in a technology services company and manage a small team.  We seem to have a group of employees who think it is ok to wear t-shirts … Continued

COVID-19, etiquette, etiquette at work, job doc blog, office etiquette, professional dress, videoconferencing
Experience relevant for immigration law?
27 Sep 2021

Experience relevant for immigration law?

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

Q: I am an undergraduate in pre-law.  I am hoping to work in the field of immigration law.  What are some typical career paths and/or experiences preferred by immigration law firms?  I am not sure I can afford law school … Continued

career advancement, college grad, college grads, gaining work experience, job doc blog
Tell me about yourself
20 Sep 2021

Tell me about yourself

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

Q: I recently interviewed for a job with a very desirable company.  The first round of interviews was on Zoom.  Unfortunately, I think I failed one question.  I call it the worst interview question in the world.  It’s not even … Continued

best interview question, interview, interviewing, interviewing strategies, job doc blog, online interview, video interview
A kid and a bagel
13 Sep 2021

A kid and a bagel

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I have a small consulting business.  Most of us work remotely, from a home office.  Some of us have home offices which are reasonable, private and professional.  One woman uses a spare bedroom and there is a simple painting … Continued

COVID-19, job doc blog, videoconferencing, work environment, working at home, working from home, working parent
Post Zoom termination, reader asks some reasonable questions
6 Sep 2021

Post Zoom termination, reader asks some reasonable questions

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19, Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I was recently terminated and am unclear of the reason.  When I asked why during my very abrupt Zoom termination meeting, I was told “we think it is best to part ways.”  What does that mean?  Am I eligible … Continued

COVID-19, job doc blog, Mass. law, termination, unemployed, unemployment

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