Why wasn’t I paid for my sick days?
Q: Earlier this spring I was out with the flu. I brought in a doctor’s note saying that my illness was legitimate. I was told that my company offered paid sick time. Now, they are saying that I was not … Continued
Getting a horticulturalist out of a cube
Q: I have received written warning from my supervisor. The nature of his concern is my lack of focus on my job. The truth is, I hate my job. I try to avoid doing work every day at work. It … Continued
Post-merger, can they change my benefits?
Q: I was hired by Company A two years ago as a Sales Executive. In January, we were acquired by Company B. At first, nothing changed. Now though all of our benefits are changing. We just were notified that Company … Continued
Pre-employment tests, another hurdle
Q: I recently have been applying for jobs. Before I am interviewed, I need to take several different tests. I am required to take the test to get an interview. The employer doesn’t share the results of the test so … Continued
Introvert or social anxiety?
Q: My boss is an introvert. I mean an INTROVERT. For example, he walks in early and closes his door, with barely a good morning or a hello. He opens his door to use the restroom or buy his lunch. … Continued
Closing the interview
Q: I have interviewed for several roles recently. It seems every company has a different interview process. Some have phone interviews. Some require candidates to complete an application online. Some want to interview candidates several times. Some require pre-employment testing. … Continued
No logos, no tables, no mangers
Q: I recently upgraded my resume. I have sent it to several large employers in New England. I have attached a copy for your review. Can you comment? I am not getting a lot of responses. A: Thanks for attaching … Continued
Casually dressed candidate threatens to sue
Q: I own a small retail store. I often have customer service openings that I post on different local community sites. Recently I had a role, where this new employee would have to work some nights or weekends. I think … Continued
A bachelor’s degree or not?
Q: I have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree, meaning I never walked across a podium and received a piece of paper. However, I completed all the required coursework. Can I say, on a resume, that I hold a bachelor’s … Continued
A candidate being pursued
Q: Two years ago I landed a job. It’s ok. I don’t love it and I don’t hate it. However since January, 2017, I am getting calls from headhunters almost every week. What is this all about? Some are discussing … Continued