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When should non-work related items, such as being on a Television program be shown on a resumé? I have been on a show called All You Need Is Love(The Netherlands) and surprised my girlfriend on that show in a positive way. Showing the video at my current job made several people say that I should have put that on my re...	It all depends on the role you are applying for - it is always good to have a resume/CV tailored to what you are applying for rather than the concept of a "general resume" that you send out regardless
How to quit a job with very nice coworkers but no private environment to talk with my manager? I work as a temp in an office Mondays through Fridays. However, I was briefly considering going to cosmetology school, so I got an evenings/weekends job as a receptionist in a salon. I've worked there one weekend so far, an...	It is possible that the place you work at just isn't for you, no matter how nice everyone is. What I would do is call your manager there or person that hired you and have a very polite conversation that you can't work there anymore. Don't tell them it's miserable, maybe just that you've decided to change field of study...
How urgent a tone is appropriate when discussing a crisis? For purposes of this post, let's assume (so as to preempt trivial answers) we are in a workplace where both urgency (ie. time) and efficiency/quality of work (not wasting materials and producing quality results) is of importance. Naturally, these two concerns a...	Where as if you lay out the facts calmly and with little emotion the people you are presenting to are more likely to take your assessment seriously. Adapt the language you use to the level of emergency. When I talk to my boss, there are words I can use that convey urgency and importance without changing my tone.
Is it bad to allow my team to develop more knowledge and skills than I? Can there be any kind of negative implications if I am the manager (formerly the employee with most experience on the product, but also the most senior in the company within the team), but over time I allow my team to grow so fast and with so much ...	If any member of your team didn’t grow professionally, that would be a bad sign for your management style and skills. A managers job isn't to know all the ins and outs of the field they are in.
Should I inform my manager about a potential job offer when the company is planning layoffs? My company has recently begun a restructuring process which will eliminate 1 of the individuals in the same/similar role as me. Even before this announcement I have started looking for another job. My manager who is making the ...	There is one situation where I'd advise that you might want to talk to your manager sooner rather than later, and that's where there's the possibility of an extra payment for voluntary redundancy. In addition, people leaving the company is a normal part of any business, and you should not feel bad about that.
How can I ask a coworker about their salary package? I may get a promotion in the upcoming month, and I want to know what sort of pay to expect or negotiate for. My senior colleague is in the same position I would be promoted to, and I would like to know what his pay package looks like for comparison. What is a tactfu...	I wouldn't feel comfortable asking the majority of my colleagues or anyone I consider a purely work acquaintance and not a friend.
How to deal with "cheaters" regarding billable time? I work for a company that uses outsourced contract developers paid hourly but physically located in our office. At the end of every month we get an excel sheet from their outsourcing companies with the appointed hours and the bill. Many of these contractors 'cheat'...	As long as the job get done on time and they behave reasonably in a general sense, I would not worry about anything else.
When is it appropriate to sign letters, emails, website bios, etc. with MS (Master of Science)? Just like the title says, I completed my master's degree in computer science. I work part time in a large corporation, and also as a consultant. I always considered this to be reserved for the PhDs out there, but I've seen o...	I would highly discourage it from my perspective as a programmer in the US. In the United States, you would be laughed at for doing so.
How should I approach my boss after offending him? I made a small joke which offended my manager. It wasn't racist, sexist or anything of the sort. Here's what it was. My manager is the head of an extracurricular club at work. Since it's the start of the year, he asked his team (us) to sign up for the club and to hel...	I'd also be very honest about how I feel our different personalities might lead to similar uneasy situations, and try to talk about possible solution. Additionally, apologies should almost always be delivered personally, rather than via email, whenever it's practical to do so.
What factors should I consider when a candidate asks to do a "phone screen" in person? I'm currently doing phone screens to try and hire a new employee (software developer). One of the people I was going to do a phone screen with asked if he could come in and do the interview in person. Is there any downside that you...	Most likely, the candidate thinks she/he will be gaining an advantage by requesting an in-person interview. Whatever you decide to do, you have to do it for everyone. It might even open you up to potential discrimination lawsuits.
How to tell your team you are quitting? What is the best way to tell your team that you are quitting? If I am on a current project and nobody knows that I am leaving, what is the best way to tell them this? My boss already knows. <Q> The best way to tell your team you're quitting is to work with your supervisor, HR or ...	Don't go round telling everyone that you are leaving... only with co-workers 4 - Based on agreement with management, inform your team members...AND continue to be productive.
How to deal with a colleague who wants to groom me for the job unsolicited? I am working in a somewhat old startup with a team size of 10. In my opinion, all members are technically sound and work great as a team. A few months before I joined, another programmer joined the company. It seems that he is the 'chest beater...	Even though bullies will only stop if they are hit with a tough response, do not take that action yourself, that is not your role, that is managements' role.
How can I put a positive spin on an idea that may result in layoffs? My company is looking for ways to improve and has asked staff to come up with ideas. I have an idea to automate part of our business, but this will may some staff redundant. I will be presenting this in front of other employees and the CEO, and want t...	Instead of saying "it saves X full time positions" you can try andmake a guess of what that would mean financially. If the task is currently done by humans, but can be fullyautomated, there is a chance that these people are actually sick andtired of doing it (myself I hate doing tasks that a computer might aswell do fo...
Putting your e-mail on your resume I was passing my resume to a friend so he could pass it along to his company. He was taking a look at it and gave me a list of things I should fix. This was one of them: Get a Gmail or a custom domain like firstname@lastname.com or .pro. Yes we will filter out email by domain name....	If you have a professional alias at the front, having a Hotmail domain should not be an issue.
How to interview candidates above your understanding? Our company is growing and so are our IT needs. Problem is, we're all programmers without any hardcore systems/networking experience and I don't feel we could identify the best candidate based on our minimal understanding of the required expertise. It would likely ...	Look up other companies hiring for the same/similar positions and see what kind of credentials/skills/experience they're looking for.
If I plan on staying at my job, should I approach my boss about being recruited by competitors? I am very happy at my current job and do not plan on leaving it. In the past month I have been approached by two in-house recruiters working for two of our competitors asking me to interview with them. Unlike third-party re...	They might want to recruit you because they are trying to steal a particular client. My suggestion is there is nothing wrong in letting him know about offers made by others to you.
If you are applying for a software engineering internship, will an employer look at your Github account? Will employers look at the "Public Activity" section of your Github account? I was messing around with the command line and made a repo with the name of a bad word, and I realize that employers might view me as imma...	Having a github or similar with publicly available code is a good way to show employers your skill and something you should add to your resume.
How do I brief a client I am leaving the company? In any client-facing role, you have direct contact with a number of different clients. When leaving the company, you need to direct them to your colleagues for further contact. What are the DO and DO NOT's in this situation? For example, do I tell them: What I will b...	When you give notice, you ask your manager at the same time whether you should inform the client, and how you should inform your client, process it (for example, if your manager says "tell the client you were fired", then you don't; if your manager says "give the client your private phone number in case they need help"...
How do side projects influence a hiring manager's decision when hiring new developers? I am going to graduate from college with a diploma in May & I will be completing my last internship in April. I plan to start applying to full time jobs in a few weeks and I really want to stand out. Moreover, I know I will not get a...	In most cases, side projects are a good way to demonstrate your skills and what you're capable of.
How do I politely decline providing a reference/recommendation? I worked in a large team for several years and over time managed several people. Some have since written and requested recommendations for their LinkedIn profiles. I promptly wrote recommendations for those I thought deserved them and ignored the others....	If someone doesn't bother to make the request personalized you shouldn't feel any obligation to even respond. On the other case, if the requester has worked with you and you feel that you cannot give him/her a positive recommendation, you could say that you would not be the best person to write the recommendation.
Should I expect my boss to knock and wait for an answer before entering my office? We work in an environment where we have enclosed offices. Our office doors have small windows in them so it's possible to see when someone is in the office, and it's also possible to see who's knocking and to indicate they can enter. Th...	I think privacy isn't something to expect in most workplaces.
Should I tell my boss that a customer posted harsh negative comment? A customer accidently posted a message on a project managing website that was quickly deleted from view because it was meant to be an internal reply to the customer's team. However, when a comment is posted on this site the messages are emailed out to...	You should share this with your boss, but you will be way best listen to if you also present a solution for the problem - something that impresses your client (for you to being posting this question here, the customer is surely important for the company).
In job interviews, how should I handle being on a team at my last job for a very short time? I recently got transferred to a different team in the same company. I have been here for 2 months now but do not find this position challenging. So I decided to look for other opportunities. Is it ok not to mention this to the...	If your title stayed the same when you changed teams, it's reasonable to avoid any team-specific mentions on your resume. If you don't keep it up to date you may miss out on opportunities, or confuse the issue when they are trying to evaluate your skill set.
What is the proper way to ask for compensation for pitch work? 9 times out of 10 when interviewing with a company I'll be posed with the task of creating an app or site in order to win the work. A wordpress plugin, animation or node server that downloads flickr images via tags. What would be the proper way of telling t...	Perhaps tell them you'll do the work
My boss gave me everyone's pay by mistake and mine is lower, how can I increase it? I found out that a co worker is making 10,000 dollars more than me. My boss handed me a document that had increases for all our employees by mistake. He grabbed in back when he realized it had someone in my same position pay on it. I ha...	If you are a valuable asset to the company and you approach asking for a raise tactfully giving thought out accurate reasons why you are entitled to a raise they will consider it. It would not be unreasonable to go to your boss and say "Hey, I know you didn't intend to give me the info, but...
Former Company is suing current client My Former company is suing their former client, which is my current client now with new company.Now my former company request to provide information about the previous project (3 years ago) and involve in the arbitration. The question : Should I involved or provide any informat...	When your former employer asks for your involvement, that can only mean that they assume that whatever you say will likely be in their favor and not in that of your current client.
How to ask for compensation due to delay in start date? A bit over a month ago I accepted an offer from a major tech company in the US. From the start of the hiring process, it was known that I'd need some paperwork from the company to obtain the visa I need to work there. I frequently followed up with my recruiter as...	If it was the recruiter then demand compensation from them and depending on the laws of the area you may be able to seek legal compensation if they turn down your request.
Why would an Employer like to know salary expectations upfront before Interview from prospective job candidate? At moment I am on job search and answerd to few job advertisements. Today in late afternoon I received a call from a company and the HR lady wants to know my salary expectations. As I was at my workplace, h...	If salary discussions wait until everyone has invested multiple hours interviewing, that's potentially a significant waste of effort.
Is it ok to leave out my country of residence? I would like to know if it's ok to not show my current country of residence in my resume? I know by experience, that most recruiter would prefer hiring people from the same state/country and I would like to avoid being excluded from the get go. I am not saying that I wa...	But if you fear that your location might influence other reviewers (e.g. because of prejudices), you can do what I've suggested and leave it off of the resume. I would go with 'No'.
How to Limit expanded project? All my previous projects expanded to be 300% or 400% more than the original requirements. Somehow I fall in love with the project and try to make it better and better by adding new features and pretty design. Then suddenly I discover that I'm behind deadline and some requirements are stil...	After you formalize your task, work on a single task until it is finished, then move on to the next. If you are not capable of telling yourself what is good enough, have your employer tell you what is. You should not be allowed to expand a project by 3-4 hundred percent (clearly your boss is not doing his job eaither o...
How to respond to a rejection of recommendation letter I requested a reference from a prof whom I used to know . He politely declined my request and responded this way: Hmmm..it is tricky - since I have not taught you or worked with you - it would be very hard for me to say anything about your work in a fair and ho...	If the professor is not someone with whom you are socially or emotionally close, then simply not responding might be the better course of action.
Need help on this Interview question How can I handle this sort of question: Give an example of when you had to change the way you did something in order to solve a problem? Note: I am posting the interview questions here because of answers here . <Q> Using someone else's answer to this question is completely us...	so when asked a question like this, I find it easier just to make up a nice sounding story (with some basis in truth and without embellishing your skills above your ability) if nothing pops immediately to mind, than sit and try think of a specific occurrence. What you need to do is learn how to find your own answer to ...
Is it alright to ask for a copy of your diploma or transcript of records from your HR Department? I am currently in the process of applying to another employer, and it looks like the hiring manager wants a copy of my transcript and diploma. I am currently employed, and I think I sent out the original copies to my curr...	You should tell them that you mistakenly gave HR your only copies of your degree and your transcript and that you'd like to "rectify your mistake" and allow them to retain copies for their records while your originals are returned to you. You might require those documents for many reasons, and not only to apply for ano...
How to convince my coworker to follow my approach without damaging our relationship? I have spent the last 6 months at my first job after grad studies in a team of 8 people. I need to collaborate with my teammates for the project and although I am very comfortable with everyone else there is one person which I feel I h...	If he remains your senior and your management prefers his methods, then you may have to adopt some or all of them to perform well at your job. The key is that those reasons need to be demonstrable reasons and not just vague opinions like I think it is less complex.
Who is appropriate to use for a reference? When applying for jobs that ask for references, who is appropriate to use for a reference? I know that common practice is to use people you have worked with, but are non-work references acceptable as well? For instance, suppose you frequently email a person about their work a...	If I was to use a person I didn't work with directly as a reference, the person and my relationship to the person would have to meet certain criteria:
Do employers favor Premium LinkedIn Job Seekers over ordinary Job Seekers? An option on LinkedIn for ordinary (non-paying) account-holders is to upgrade to Premium (paying) status. There are various benefits including "Move your job applications to the top of the recruiter's list." and "Stand out in search results wi...	To be honest it made little difference, few recruiters actually noticed, the ones that did took the line "you are paying a lot each month to advertise you need a job Most corporations these days want to look at your linkedin profile before calling you about open positions.
Can my employer (under Brazilian labour law) require me to work outside my established working hours? I work between 8am and 2pm from Monday to Friday. However, on 21 March my company will host an event that will happen at 8pm. However, I go to school from 7pm until 11pm and my employer knows that. My predecessors usu...	In the US, laws vary from place to place.
Declining offer and taking reimbursement for interview expenses? I interviewed for a company. They liked me, I liked the company. The HR was really friendly and helpful. When they got to know about me coming by a bus ( since I do not have a car) from a different city, the hiring manager/ HR offered to provide the compe...	I have travelled many times for interviews and companies always reimburse all expenses, whether they give me an offer or whether I accept an offer. There's absolutely no reason that you should shoulder the costs, and absolutely no reason that you should feel bad about turning down a job offer unless you misled them.
Is it positive that a reference was checked after an interview? A couple of weeks ago, I interviewed for a job and I was told I didn't get it. But this week I got an email from one of my references saying that he was requested to send his feedback about me. Is that a good sign? <Q> This could mean that the person th...	That could be a good sign (assuming you want to be hired by this company).
Interviewing someone with personal conflict The question is purely hypothetical, I am not in that situation just was wondering. So which of the following possibilities is the most professional way to handle the situation, where you have to interview someone you perivously had a personal conflict with? (Supposing that ...	If the hiring of this person would have little or no impact on your day-to-day work and there is no larger ethical concern, the simplest and least ethically dubious course of action is to explain to HR and/or management that you cannot be an impartial interviewer based on your previous interactions and you would like t...
personal logo on cv or label? I have a professional logo that was developed using my name and can be found as the banner on my website. Is it appropriate to use it in the header of a cover letter for a blind mailing seeking a teaching position at a university? Should I limit it only the address label which is a small...	That said I don't think it's a good idea to put the banner in the header, or in any other field of the CV.
Why do companies ask for A-levels results? During my job hunt I noticed one or two companies asking for A-levels results. For those unfamiliar with the term, I understand it stands for Advanced Levels and it's the UK equivalent of two High-school senior years in America (but I might be wrong). In any case it has noth...	A-levels, or any other standard tests expected for a student in the job region, are just one more piece of information that helps recruiters and companies get an idea of the skill levels of entry level employees, since they don't have a work history to demonstrate. Mentioning them in your CV could sway your chances of ...
Should mailing address go on resume? I know it's similar to this question , but should a mail address (i.e. where you live) be included on a resume? In other words is there any down side to this? <Q> You don't want to give the recruiter or hiring manager any reasons to quick scan your resume and put it in the "No" p...	Recruiters and initial screening HR people don't really need to know your mailing address to review your qualifications, and aren't likely to need to send you any mail correspondence. Many companies don't have a budget for a relocation and will skip over a resume if it is not local.
Solving the "out of sight, out of mind" problem with telepresence I have a product development department in Mexico, we collaborate mainly with Michigan and distance seems to be a problem as with all distributed teams. Whenever I travel to Michigan, I end up solving all kinds of pending matters with people just by bum...	I work remotely with a lot of people who are in another country and my substitute for the bump into them in the hall is to use IM just to say hello and chat occasionally. Finally found it: Virtual Camaraderie
Required but not mandatory I work at a moderate-sized office building (400+) which is part of a larger corporation (150k+). This morning we were given instructions on what to do during today's tornado drill. At the end of the email it said, "Your participation is required but not mandatory." Does this mean something I...	With some employers, mandatory training is training that must be done, so if you are away on the day, then you must book into another day to do it. I think here 'required' means you need to be present in drill.
Adding non professional work to a professional resume A close friend of mine has been working late shifts as a delivery driver for a local takeaway to earn some extra money to make ends meet. He has been working here for about a year and a half. No skills or experience are required to do this job apart from have a clea...	Your resume should present your skills and accomplishments in the best light possible, in order to attract attention and ultimately get you an interview from potential employers.
Should I be concerned about my bonus when putting in notice? To start off, I am moving at the end of the month several states away from AZ to OR. I do have another job offer in this other state pending one last interview when I end up getting there. My move schedule is set and stone and cannot be changed due to family ...	: Check on which day you can quit or give notice without losing your legal rights to a bonus, but it's safer if the bonus is in your bank account.
Should I announce my future resignation before I know a precise date? I'm a contractor for a small company and I work for a big one, should I announce that I'm already applying for other position elsewhere, or should I close my mouth until I'm sure of the date of my resignation? I already had several interviews and I ...	Never say anything about leaving until all the paperwork for your next job is signed and all dates have been established.
Taking a leave of absence due to stress, health issues, and more I would like to take a LOA (leave of absence), how can I do this without risking financial ruin? I do pay for short-term disability. How do I get a Physician to grant me some time off? <Q> Sorry for you worries. <S> I think there are two question in her...	Physicians do not really "grant time off" disability is generally related to someones physical ability to not work.
Is it possible to bypass a recruiter that once introduced you to a firm? So 2.5 years ago while I was still attending university I was once contacted by a recruiter, who later introduced me to a firm (firm A) where I had a interview but I didn't take the job at the time (I wanted to get another degree first). Now 2,5 ...	You need not (and should not) be worried about how Firm A and the recruiter deal with the situation, if you get a job. In short, I would cross that bridge when I came to it and not worry myself about an imaginary problem that is contingent on a chain of events that you have little control over. PS: 2.5 years is a long ...
What is the difference between Hours Available and Hours Used? In reading the ASTD State of the Industry report, I find the metrics include "Hours Used" vs "Hours Available". It states that a typical ratio would be 50 hours available for every hour used. If I assume hours used to be the actual number of training hou...	My assumption is that "hours available" are the possible hours of training provided by the employer.
How to quit a firm with very close co-workers and a unique position in the firm? I am currently employed by a small market research firm (7 employees) and the firm is a really close-knit community. I like my co-workers, including my boss. Especially my boss is a very nice person - giving good advice and when my father ...	In my experience watching a lot peoples careers evolve, many people have felt indispensable and overly loyal but then regret leaving afterwards Prepare a detailed transition plan including a list of attributes they will need in a candidate to replace you.
Will shaving my head decrease my chances of employment? What do employers usually think about bald employees? I'm thinking about shaving my head because I have recently been converted to Buddhism, but if it will significantly hurt my chances at getting a job, it may not be worth it. <Q> I think that most employers thes...	If you're otherwise well presented and behave in a professional manner then I seriously doubt that the majority of employers would even notice a shaven head as anything worth commenting on. Whether or not this will improve or reduce your chance of getting a job depends on what kind of person the company is looking for....
Family member was unprofessional with my boss - how do I fix the situation? I work at a startup and I have a bit of a transportation problem. On Saturday night my dad came to pick me up, but I had my phone on silent so he came in and made small talk with my boss and another one of his colleagues (they are close friends...	Explain to them the truth about the situation as truthfully as you can
How should I handle a new position that isn't the same as what I was offered? I've recently taken a job with a new employer. My understanding when accepting this position was that I would be working as a Java developer, but my manager has assigned me to a .net developer role. I am interested in Java, and not .net devel...	I think that it is unprofessional to assign work that is not what agreed during the hiring process (interview).
Applying for a position that I previously held I previously held a position at company X. I left because my spouse got a job offer in another location, but also my boss didn't like me very much and didn't let me do my job properly and he hadn't planned to renew my contract. To be honest I didn't like my boss either -- ...	The key points you need to bring out in your cover letter are that you left due to circumstances having nothing to do with the company and that you enjoyed working there and are eager to return now that you can. In your case, it seems the truth is fine.
Is it Ethical to Recruit a Coworker? I'm a software-developer, and I've had a list of project ideas that I've had floating in my head for a couple of years now. I also have a co-worker whose work-ethic I respect, as well as their programming ability and ability to learn. Neither of us work full-time for the company. ...	In reality your job cannot really control what you do in your free time so as long as it does not affect your work Personally, I do not think it is unethical at all.
How do I go about resigning in a company that doesn't allow two weeks' notice? I'm in a situation where I must resign from a team that is in over their heads with a huge project. They're even currently looking to hire a couple of people to help distribute the work. What they don't know is that 2 of us are resigning soo...	Then I would write a formal letter resigning as of a date two weeks from now.
Waiting for offer letter more than one week I had an interview 10 days ago. At that time the employer told me that "you are confirmed". However, I am still waiting for the offer letter. In the meantime, I contacted the employer over the phone and they replied that "our boss is not in the office, but he will be back som...	Some organizations have many policies and procedures to follow, and there may be other issues at work, such as the company situation, or the client or work you may be taken for, might be cancelled. If they told you on the phone that they want to hire you and are ready to make an offer, then it's unlikely (but not impos...
How can you demonstrate technical competence in an interview? I'm a mid career technical person. I currently work as a technical trainer. I'm exceptional at learning how systems work quickly, researching, I've got a wide range of technical knowledge, I'm great at presenting and explaining technical concepts in non-tech...	If you truly want these types of positions, you will need to learn to code - I suggest looking for practice coding problems online Has some experience programming or scripting in a modern, object-oriented language. Focus on what particular technologies you are asked to deal with and have issues with.
Adding skills to your resume that are not part of your job description? I work for an insurance broker that manages several billion in assets. I do a lot of analysis and I have taught myself Python to solve analytical problems. This is not a part of my official job function; it is just something I have done above an...	If you think these skills will be beneficial in your next job, then yes - list them.
Bosses refuse to follow branding guidelines My company recently acquired a new building. The architect proposed a design for the facade that goes against the branding guidelines on use of our company logo. As the Corpcomms manager, I did my part by letting my bosses know that this is not a good way to proceed. By app...	No matter the topic, if it's not illegal or immoral, do whatever your bosses ask you to do.
How to deal with a potential turf war between three recruiters for the same job? I was looking for a job in software development and I was pleased when in one day I had three potential phone interviews with the promise of emails containing job spec, company spec etc from the recruiters. The jobs and companies sounded s...	Obviously you have to play fair and not apply for the position yourself once the recruiter has found it for you.
How to handle boss's invitation to become a Facebook Friend knowing that sometimes my Friends might post something that is not work-appropriate I've had a pretty good working relationship with my boss for the past 1 1/2 years. He trusts me to deal with the problems he gives me, I give him the best quality work that I...	Unless you are already actual friends who do things together outside of work, its bad form for him to have sent you the friend request in the first place and put you on the spot. If he's already sent a request, I'd politely reply declining, but explaining that you're not snubbing him, but you do keep things separate (a...
Am I missing out on important business skills if I only ever work for smaller companies? Since starting to work, I've really only ever worked at startups. I like the close, friendly atmosphere and I enjoy the fact that my work immediately makes a difference in our products. I'm pretty sure that a big company isn't for...	There's value in having experience with different types of organizations, but not so much that you should abandon a job you're happy with to get it. Maybe you aren't missing out on anything and maybe you are.
I missed a meeting because I misread the email how should I approach this? So, I don't have many meetings but this was one of the first more important ones yet I happened to misread the email. So that's fine and all but on top of that I had soaked my phone in water so when I was contacted if I could make it I couldn't ...	Send a short apology to the meeting invitees. Acknowledge your error and don't make any excuses.
New job assignment where my ex manager has become my subordinate I have been promoted by the company CEO to senior manager. This position places me above my first boss at the company, who was my boss for 9 years, but we didn't seem to click or harmonize much with our work. However, his capabilities and expertise is hig...	This is and should be a last resort, but if you are unable to get your team onboard with your goals, or if there still is distrust between the team, your first boss, and you, you should consider replacing your first boss.
Cleared Interview, Submitted Documents but yet no Job Offer from HR Recently 2 months back I gave an interview at a software company. Soon after that they told me I cleared the interview and asked me to fill certain forms. However, after hearing my expected salary, there was no reply from HR. When I called him to ask...	Perhaps they are having a difficult time internally justifying Y. Sometimes that means they had budgeted only X, or that Y is outside their typical salary range. Sad to say, it is standard practice in the software industry in the USA for companies to ignore applicants when they decide not to give a formal offer of empl...
How do I deal with a manager who perceives a quality problem as not as critical as I do? I work in software development and have worked on two projects with the same piece of software being used in both, but each are slightly different. The second was built off the first's code with functionality changed a little. Th...	Talk to his boss and explain the situation. If you truly believe that this problem need to be fixed properly, escalate it.
Is it normal to be marked "Fired" regardless of how you leave the company? I just recently resigned from a position on what I thought was good terms, but I was told that no matter when or how I quit, whether I give 2 weeks notice or not, I will be considered "Fired" or "Terminated". Is this something common? Will it a...	In short, it's not common, but it's not unheard of either. "Fired" has negative connotations that, as I understand it, could put the employer in serious legal difficulties if they said so when contacted by another employer
Should I give a reason for relocation in the application? I want to move to a different country (also different continent) because my girlfriend will go to university there. Because the distance is quite large, I am wondering how I can explain my interest in a position at that location in the application. Should I inc...	You can explain that you are looking to move to that location for family reasons and are interested in that company because (blah blah blah).
Out-of-town interview: will I raise eyebrows if I take a cab instead of driving my car to the airport? I'll be flying to an out-of-town interview at a large US company for a senior-level technical position. They've told me I'll be reimbursed for expenses (and they're arranging the air tickets and hotel). My question ...	Either way, not driving is for sure OK, just be conscious of what's a reasonable & cost effective way to get there.
Is my boss trying to be my replacement? Recently my manager has had an interest in doing what I do, software development. He has started to do his own learning but now has asked me to teach him and even started a project that was meant for me. Is this a bad sign? <Q> This isn't necessarily a bad sign, but you may want ...	If your boss is looking to learn your skillset, there's a good chance they're one of the following: Curious about the work you do and thinking they could learn how to do it themselves. If hes trying to learn so he can sack you, its good - in that you know now its time to leave rather than being shown the door.
Response's 'respectfulness'/etiquette for an email that does not ask for a reply When a superior emails me to 'let me know' of something (e.g., Dear Bob, I'll be absent of the Tuesday meeting because of x.) I don't know what response has a proper tone, or if it's just OK to not respond. My thoughts are that: "Got it, ...	"Acknowledged" If the message is addressed to the group, then I refrain from replying unless specifically requested to do so - the guy's Inbox would be getting cluttered up pretty fast if we all kept acknowledging his emails.
On my resume, how should I refer to an ex-employer that no longer exists? I previously worked for two employers that no longer exist for different reasons, and I don't know how to refer them in my resume. Company A was running successfully and my ex-boss sold it. While the brand of company A still exists, none of my ...	You should list the last contact information for the company that went out of business.
In an job interview: "It is known that your university graduates are rubbish" I had a job interview for an IT developer position. It is not a manager role and probably a one man band position. I was graduated from a not very high ranking univerisity with 6 years working experience on IT field. When I sit down, the fir...	Showing any sign of anger is a no-no.
Resign or be fired having recently joined a company as a graduate? I spent a summer working as an engineer for a cool company working on biotech. They liked me and wanted me to return after graduation, I even got a scholarship from them (which I would have to return if I were not to work with the company for 2 years). ...	Unless you're in the middle of nowhere, you should be able to find work before they let you go. I agree with others: stay onboard while you can. Being fired implies wrong-doing on your part that led to them firing you.
How can I tell my employer that I started studying when I shouldn't have? I've been working as an engineer in a company for more than a year and this is my first job. During the interview I asked about taking time off for exams. They told me they did not want me to work and study at the same time because former emplo...	First off, don't bring up what you've done so far. Instead just approach your manager and ask permission to work and study.
What's the proper/professional way to interview for a new job while currently employed? I'm in a situation now where I'm currently employed, but basically fed up with my current employer. One big issue of contention is the schedule I work, for lack of a better term. My current employer is extremely insistent on me (a...	Stand your ground and go to your appointment. Possibly mention that you'll make up the time by staying late, but don't volunteer what the appointment is for. Practice saying "it's personal, and I can't miss it." If you are actively looking to leave your current employer, taking a day off to interview (even for 1 interv...
What level of competency does the term "Working Knowledge" describe? I started looking for jobs today and I encountered the term "working knowledge". I do not really understand what the term means and I am wondering what kind of tasks I would be expected to do with "working knowledge" of given software/language. Speci...	You don't need to be an expert, but you need to have done some real work with it, or used it extensively in school if you're a recent graduate.
How can I determine when to list hobbies/side projects on a resume when the quality might be somewhat low? I am a ASP.net developer and in my free time I have created a basic JavaScript games because I'm bored/find it fun. It helps with my job as I get a better understanding and practice with JavaScript. However I'm ...	Any of your skills is welcome on a cv as it shows you have interests and invest yourself in activities instead of being passive.
How to write a resume for a career change This is a topic I've been fretting about for a couple of years now. I served in the USAF as an Aerospace Ground Equipment mechanic for 13 years and can no longer do my job due to blowing out both of my knees. I'm now studying to become an IT professional, but I don't have a clu...	Give examples, so the interviewer has something to talk about.
Is it okay to share a customer appreciation email I received with my manager? I received an email wherein a customer congratulated my work. Is it okay if I forward and share this with my manager? <Q> These types of things can affect your performance appraisal, so sure send it on. <S> I always do. <S> He also might be ...	Don't worry about being "transparent", there is nothing inherently wrong with wanting your boss to know that someone (especially a client!) likes your work. If you are planning to switch in near future then also share it.
Do I have an obligation to inform management for critical emails from past employees? One of my colleagues received a very critical (and unsolicited) email for our company, from a past associate 1 , through a social network. My colleague informed me, his immediate superior, and my first reaction was to completely dismi...	I would probably preface it to my manager that I would not say that I agreed with the contents but that I felt it should be passed on to someone in a better position to address the concerns. Your key responsibilities are to the person who received this email, and to the company. If there is something in the letter that...
How can I fairly implement a timeliness policy when some workers are on hourly pay and some on fixed salaries? I work in a small development team and we have members who are paid hourly and workers who are paid a salary. Recently, it's come to our attention that both the hourly and salary employees are taking advantage...	Any errant employee is to be presented with a cold hard text copy of policy documentation that addresses non-conformance of the policy and what result the employee can expect from supervision or the employer. First any and all discussions about tardiness with individual employees should happen behind closed doors.
My new employer is asking to join before the end of notice period despite already agreeing on a start date I've been working in a firm for the last 3 years. Two weeks ago, I interviewed for a position in a new company and was selected. My current employers notice period policy is either 2 months notice or 1 month not...	My own take on the situation is that if you agreed to one situation, but now the new employer is pressuring you to accept another situation, that's a bad precedent right from the outset.
My boss has two possible roles in mind for me. How can I influence his decision on which to assign me to? My boss is undecided whether to assign me to: role A: office (managing spreadsheets, image editing, vectorial drawing, etc.) role B: warehouse stock assistant How can I convince him or influence his...	If you've done the office work and your boss is happy with your work, point out to him/her which role would be more difficult to fill with a new-hire.
Is an idea born on a business trip owned by company that sent me? So, lets say I work on a project A and a company sends me on a business trip related to the project A to meet with a people working on project A. Along the way, during discussions with people related to the project A (or maybe must be unrelated - meet so...	Your company may, depending on your contract and relevant laws, claim ownership on patents developed by you.
Is it professional to voluntarily work on a side project for my company in my free time? I've been working at my company for almost a year now. A few months after I started, there has been talk of developing a lunch order application mainly for internal use (optionally as free bonus for another product we sell), with m...	It can depend on your company's culture and the industry or even the country's culture. If there are aspects you won't enjoy (QA, documentation, support, bugfixing), be clear upfront what you won't do but offer to do those things on company time if requested.
Are self-employed positions disregarded on a resume? A lot of my experience in my field (programming) is volunteer or contractual work. For example, for a couple of years I volunteered at my university to mark assignments, on a couple of occasions I've done guest lectures. As for paid work, tutoring was the norm. Consi...	I'd expect that almost unequivocally, no it's not disregarded at all.
Seeking out a Mentor in field that does not work at the same company There are several people in my field that have inspired me. They, I am sure, are completely unaware of who I am but from reading their blogs and websites, I would like to learn as much as I possibly could from them and have them help me guide my caree...	Look at what the people you consider mentors do, get to know the things they're invested in and brainstorm
Can I tell my boss off on my last day and how should I handle this situation? I work as a part time hostess. This is my first job ever (I'm 17) and at first one of my two managers was very nice to me but when I started to work there he became a complete jerk to me. I wasn't the only newbie either. He seems to have it...	If he becomes rude on the phone apologize again and tell him you need to go. Since you say "I am moving in a few months", you could give a proper notice at that point and leave on a professional high note - showing that you are the bigger person, and are ready for an adult work life. You could even have an adult conver...
How different is the hiring process of startup company when compared to big companies? I'm a fresh graduate and I have an interview coming up with a startup company. I was wondering how different will the hiring process be when compared to big companies, given limited resources they have. Do startups have standard recr...	Everything varies, of course, and nobody can tell you exactly what the interview process will be like at this startup except people who have interviewed there, but some general considerations for smaller startup companies are: The interview process won't be as drawn out as it can be at larger firms. But even if you wer...
How should I act with a colleague who is supposed to mentor me but doesn't want to? I have got a new job that needs a lot of training in the beginning. So our project manager always assigns someone to mentor the new employees. My colleague, who is supposed to mentor me, started teaching me the aspects in the first two...	You might also want to talk to him directly about the issue saying that you noticed that you seem to be annoying him and how would he prefer to work with you to get you up-to-speed. Usually when people start out friendly and then act this way it is because talking to you has become a burden keeping them from doing thei...
What to do if I receive two job interviews at the same time? Stemming from this question , I actually managed to get another job interview for a different company. I hear back about my status from the first interview on Tuesday. I have my interview for the second job tomorrow. How do I go about this? I'm indiffere...	If you happen to receive the job offer before the second interview, there's also no rule that states that you have to respond to said job offer immediately, at least not usually.
Why do intern postings require that applicants be students? I've been applying to internships lately, and many require that applicants be "current students," or in some cases "current students returning to school" at some given point in time. My question is - why do positions require this? is it just to weed out ap...	Internships aren't really there for you to audition for a job (although they can be used that way) so much as they are used to teach you how to do a particular job in an actual work environment.
Is it OK to ask a company how they got my email address? I got an email from the HR department of a company about a job opportunity. The email is addressed directly to me, so I was wondering if it is okay to ask them where they got my email address, or would it be considered rude? <Q> I was wondering if it is okay to ...	It is perfectly fine to ask something like this. Many companies ask me how I learned about a specific job opening when I fill position application forms with them. I don't believe I've ever been considered rude when I asked. If you're interested in knowing I would just add the question at the end of one of your other e...
How to address senior coworkers taking advantage of the owner? I started this job about 7 months ago and since being here I can't help but notice that the senior developers on the team spend a huge amount of their day browsing the internet or doing other things around the office that has nothing to do with development....	Even after doing all these doesn't make them open, than be straight communicator, tell them what they need to do. What you see as the employees taking advantage of the owner may simply be that their vision of the company is more comfortable, and less competitive, than you prefer. You could ask the others how they're ab...
How to position yourself as a conference speaker when you are quite young? I really enjoy teaching other people about new technologies and I am good at explaining things. However, in a lot of conferences I go to, speakers have decades of experience in something, whereas I am fresh out of a master's degree. How do I get...	Go to conferences and take notes during the presentations to see what it is that makes a good presentation, as well as what makes a bad one, and use that information to help you determine how you can be a great speaker. Look for local opportunities to present, such as meetups or small conferences.
Is it fine to switch after the company retained you? I am under a great confusion here. Recently I got an offer from a big MNC company and I was ready to switch but my present company retained me by offering double of what I was getting. During that period I gave an interview for a reputed MNC bank and got selected th...	I believe that once you have showed your wish to leave your current company, the best thing to do is leaving, because they won't trust you anymore. If someone gets you a raise, whether at great or little cost to that person, and you decide to take the raise instead of the new job, you should stay with that company for ...

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