Results Through People
Q: I have been furloughed recently, because my company has been hurt by this pandemic. What is the difference between a furlough and a layoff? Should I be looking for a new job? My manager is not even sure what … Continued
Q: I hope to re-open my business over the summer, based on CDC recommendations and Governor Baker’s guidance. In March, I furloughed most of my employees. I am concerned that one employee, who is part-time, will not want to return. … Continued
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
Q: I recently signed a severance agreement. The title of the document was “agreement and release.” I was given six weeks of severance in exchange for signing the release. My question to you is about collecting unemployment compensation during this … Continued
This week on the Job Doc Chat, Pattie answered questions about how to change jobs after a long employment period, how to explain absences from the job market and how to make a clean, attractive resume. She also answered questions … Continued
Q: I was just terminated. I received no severance. I was terminated and given pay for what vacation days I didn’t take. I was told the termination was for my poor communication skills and how I work with others. I … Continued
Q: I am in my 60s and looking for a job. I feel like age discrimination is working against me. What words of advice do you have for a 60s something job seeker? A: Age discrimination exists for sure. Every … Continued
This week on the Job Doc Chat, Pattie answered questions about applying for multiple positions at the same company, how to deal with sick coworkers and how to make a sample works portfolio. She also confronted the issue of asking … Continued
This week on the Job Doc Chat, Pattie answered questions about an employer’s responsiveness to job applications and how to deal with annoying coworkers. She also tackled the tough question of how to ask for a raise, see all this … Continued
Q: Several years ago I chose to change careers and become a UI Designer. I absolutely love what I do but I find myself unemployed. I was laid off over two years ago. I’ve been searching ever since. I’ve had … Continued