Feedback after an interview
Q: Everyone once in a while I interview for a role which might be interesting to consider. I follow-up after the interview with a thank-you email. It’s odd. They call me and I never hear back. I email them a … Continued
Where is my employee referral bonus?
Q: Recently I referred a friend, who was hired by my company. My friend is a talented engineer, who probably commanded a six-figure compensation package. When I emailed my friend’s resume, it was submitted under our company’s new employee referral … Continued
What does your email address say about you?
Q: I was recently given some constructive advice from a career counselor. He said that my email address could be a turn-off to some technical recruiters and some tech companies. Is this commonly known? I have never heard of this. … Continued
College student asks about how to gain experience
Q: I am an engineering student graduating in two years. All the job postings I see are for entry-level engineers ask for experience. How is a student supposed to gain all of this experience while committed to studying and getting … Continued
Packed up desk and left. Now what?
Q: I left my last company after a conflict with a co-worker. I was angry and irritated. I packed up my desk and left. I didn’t give notice, I just left. In hindsight, I know I made a huge mistake. … Continued
What about my non-compete agreement?
Q: I have been asked by a prospective employer to sign a non-compete. I live and work in Massachusetts. I was told that these are virtually unenforceable in Massachusetts, especially if the parameters are not well-defined. A: Non-competes are most … Continued
“I waited”
Q: About a month ago, I had a good interview with a company downtown. I took a whole Friday off for the interview. I left there thinking an offer would be on the way. I waited but didn’t hear anything. … Continued
Frustrations during the job hunt
Q: First – I recently contacted a place I REALLY want to work for and HR emailed me back and said they would like to talk. I replied to the email almost a week ago and have heard nothing back. … Continued
Common interview questions
Q: I am a recent college graduate. I feel like I don’t do particularly well in interviews. How do I prepare? Everyone tells me to “prepare” but I actually am struggling to understand what that means. Smart of you to … Continued
Saying no to wine during an interview over dinner
Q: I have interviewed three times with one company. I believe I am a serious candidate. I have been told that they have narrowed down the pool of candidates to two final candidates. I know a little about this company … Continued