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The value of networking
29 Apr 2019

The value of networking

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

Q: There is a lot of talk around networking.  What exactly is your definition of networking?  What is a good networker and what is a bad networker?  How can networking help my career? What are some of your networking tips? … Continued

job doc blog, networking
Meal breaks – can I leave early instead?
22 Apr 2019

Meal breaks – can I leave early instead?

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

Q: I am a full-time employee.  I receive a 45-minute lunch break every day.  However, there are some days that I would like to work through my lunch break and leave early.  I know lunch breaks are required by law.  … Continued

employment law, job doc blog, lunch break, meal breaks
Denied FMLA. One reason that might make sense.
15 Apr 2019

Denied FMLA. One reason that might make sense.

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

Q: I recently left my job to take care of my mother, who is quite sick and elderly.  I applied for FMLA but was told my company did not offer FMLA.  Isn’t it a federal law?  I am considering legal … Continued

employee benefits, FMLA, job doc blog, salary and benefits, sick time
To hug or not to hug?
8 Apr 2019

To hug or not to hug?

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

Q: I am a lead engineer.  I know I can be awkward.  I like to know the rules.  Answer this – is hugging a co-worker illegal? A:  Wow.  Ok.  If I had to pick a YES or a NO.  It … Continued

job doc blog, office etiquette
Do we still need business cards?
1 Apr 2019

Do we still need business cards?

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

Q:  My job was eliminated last month.  I took some time off to handle some chores around my house.  Now I need to get serious.  I was told by a career coach that I need to buy business cards.  Are … Continued

business cards, job doc blog, networking
How does a teen acquire leadership skills?
25 Mar 2019

How does a teen acquire leadership skills?

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

Q: I am the parent of a 14-year-old introvert. She is smart but doesn’t take the lead in many school activities.  How does a 14-year-old get leadership experience for the National Honor Society or the college admissions process? A: The … Continued

college, college education, job doc blog, leadership, parenting
Employment of relatives – what’s typical?
18 Mar 2019

Employment of relatives – what’s typical?

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

Q:  I referred my sister to an open position at my company.  I am a manager and all I hear is that we can’t recruit talent because of the unemployment rate.  My sister is smart and capable!  HR quickly replied … Continued

company policy, employee referrals, employment of relatives, job doc blog, new employees, unemployment
How to get your resume in the right hands
11 Mar 2019

How to get your resume in the right hands

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

Q: I am applying for an engineering role.  I am targeting larger companies, mostly in the north shore or Burlington area.  I am worried that my resume is not getting seen by the right people at these target companies.  How … Continued

candidate tips, job applications, job doc blog, job hunting tips, resumes
Is my non-compete enforceable?
4 Mar 2019

Is my non-compete enforceable?

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

Q: I’m a mid-level executive and my position was eliminated with an acquisition. I applied for a mid-level executive position at a competitor. I am moving onto final interviews, and have been transparent about my non-compete and the lay-off with … Continued

changing jobs, job doc blog, non-compete, termination
Thoughts on how to handle the death of an employee’s spouse
25 Feb 2019

Thoughts on how to handle the death of an employee’s spouse

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

Q: Recently we had an employee whose spouse died.  The employee took off a week of work and then returned to work part-time in the office and part-time at home, for a week or so.  We don’t have a bereavement … Continued

employee rights, job doc blog, salary, sick time, vacation time

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