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What to do when a jealous coworker is doing my tasks? We are a team of five members, each working on his own tasks. These tasks are not necessarily individual, by which I mean that if someone needs help the others can help him without any problem. Recently, a coworker got a task in which he needed to do a little modif...	Talk to your own manager about it - for example you could light-heartedly ask him for more work to do, since someone else is already doing all of yours. As part of a team and a company, you don't "own" a task.
How can I emphasize my projects on my resume? I'm a junior software engineer. I have a one page resume with a second page crammed with a few previous work projects and then a link to my github profile. Since I did not get good grades in school I want to emphasise my practical work. Is it advisable to include descript...	More important, I'd say, is how you list the projects.
Impact of 100% travel on salary expectations? There are a lot of great points raised on How can I determine a reasonable salary to ask for? including points about location affecting the salary you ask for. Similarly, Does my geographic location matter when requesting a salary? also discusses specific points related...	Another consideration is what are your actual expenses that will increase since you are not home during the week.
How can I politely request that I get a chance at a second interview? I have just been interviewed via Skype, after which I was given a coding assignment to complete. The interview was okay except that I got nervous and couldn't answer some of the questions properly. I feel my nerves meant I wasn't performing at my be...	If they're a time-waster who has already rejected you but hasn't bothered saying so then asking for a second interview won't help.
How can I decide between two great opportunities/career paths? (and be happy with that decision) I'm stuck in a situation that my friends and family keep reassuring me is a great dilemma. This whole year, I had planned to go to law school and was admitted to a couple of top 10's. I'm an engineer who wants to pursue IP,...	If your life changes in such a way that the path that you are on is no longer awesome, you have the opportunity to make a new path for yourself. If your heart says that this is an awesome opportunity that you just can't turn down, don't turn it down.
Can I add suggestions I made that weren't implemented (by me) to a resume? I've left my place of employment and I've been fixing up my resume, etc, but while adding to an "Achievements" section, I thought about all the ideas I originally brought up to the company. Being much lower in the hierarchy, my ideas had no bear...	Rather than insist that they are 'your ideas', simply indicate that you had laid out a set of proposals that were implemented by the team. Ideas that don't get implemented don't carry any economic value. Putting all of ideas down as a one-size-fits-all could be dicey with a prospective employer if some apply to one typ...
Is it appropriate to list a long-term contract job as my employer on social media? For the last 3 years, I've been working as a contractor, providing services to a large company--let's call it "XYZ". I've chosen not to become a permanent employee of XYZ because my hourly rate as a contractor is much higher than what I...	You are a contractor, which isn't a bad thing, so you should state that what you are. I think this is probably fine while you are actively working for company XYZ. It's absolutely immaterial and won't mean anything to anyone.
Asking coworkers for help on projects they aren't assigned to I'm assigned to several projects but I don't have a true mentor at work to get constructive feedback from, or to ask questions and learn from. Since I don't have anyone assigned to answer my questions, I have to ask developers assigned to other projects when...	Answering others questions in your spare time is another good way to improve your skills. Sites like StackExchange can be incredibly helpful in getting realtime answers. Don't ask too many questions at once Don't take up too much of their time So, escalate the issue to your manager and ask your manager to tell/mandate ...
My new employer wants to me to attend a meeting with their team I have accepted a job offer and currently on notice period. My notice period is 2 months and alomost one third is completed. My new employer wants to me to attend a meeting with their team for a new upcoming project. Is it is good in IT industry to attend...	It's a great thing to do, if your schedule and current contract allow for it. Give attending that meeting your best shot and if it turns out that it's not doable, it is what it is
Gaining more time for a job offer decision I am currently applying for a new job in IT. I have an offer in city far away from where I currently live. The boss in the other city gave me a job offer a week ago. I told him that I need some time to think about it and will get back to him today. I later had another talk a...	Try and get a response on the second job offer, but don't forget you've a company who have shown you clear interest and are obviously keen to hear back from you - which sounds like a very promising start for a new role.
How to present a long period of study on your own? The question : How to present a long period of time in which you have been working on your own projects, trying out technologies and implementing things you "always wanted" to do? Context : As software developer, I quit last job because I realized I could not reac...	There's no shame in carrying out personal projects - and if they are relevant to your work, they are relevant to your resume. You don't want to give the impression that this was all a personal project that you quit your job for - that's the last thing an employer wants to hear their employee would do.
How can I overcome my fear of public speaking? I am a software engineer at a top multinational corporation. I have extreme stage fright, to the extent that I cannot speak in a group. Whenever I go for a meeting, my situation is like kaato tau khoon nahi - fluttering or pounding heart, tremor in the hands and legs, s...	If you have to give presentations, prepare well, but you don't want to be the one reading off the slides. I find that my nervousness goes away once I feel like I'm doing well. Don't let anybody -- including yourself -- tell you you're a fool for having such fears. There are all kinds of ways of helping you, including p...
I am ahead of schedule; what to do I have this simple question: sometimes I am ahead of schedule on the task (software development) that has been given to me. For example, I am supposed to accomplish a task in one month, but I finish it in about a week. So this leaves me with about three weeks of downtime... I also wor...	But while you're waiting for new work - look for things in the office that make you a better performer (like learning a new skill), helps others, or improves the tools and process. While it's true that while the task might be "done", that it can always be done better (by adding lots of automated tests of edge cases, im...
Working hours and additional hours in UK The contract that came with my job offer says: Hours of Work Your standard working week shall be 37.5 hours, exclusive of meal breaks. Your current operational hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm. However, your department’s operational hours are 24 hours, 7 days per wee...	I would interpret this to mean that you will be able to refuse to work longer than the legal maximum, which is greater than 37.5 hours.
Pay, Hours, Environment: pick any 2 So far I have had 3 jobs in software field. And I have noticed an interesting pattern. But before I get to the pattern let me explain 3 main things I look for in a job. Pay: Getting paid slightly above current market value, or having good benefits. Hours: Not doing more than 50 h...	If you want to work less, then you need to be prepared to be compensated less.
I am a fresh graduate. How can I impress my prospective employers? I am a fresh college graduate. I've been applying for jobs related to my degree. How can I "impress" my prospective employers knowing that I only have the knowledge and not the experience, yet. <Q> If your prospective employer is any good, they want to ...	One way to show you are aware of what is required to work in a team environment (often something employers look for in graduates) is to apply real world experiences of where you worked in a team.
How can I ensure future coworkers do not see my break schedule as laziness? I tend to take several breaks throughout the day in order to clear my head of my work and relax (and smoke a cigarette). Typically there are 2-5 of these each day. At my current company, there are no problems since I typically am in the offi...	Before you start taking many breaks, establish yourself as a good,industrious worker. After a short time, you'll certainly learn how others handle taking breaks, smoking, and which of them are high-performers. I'm not sure what industry you work in, but I work as a software developer and although I don't smoke, I step ...
My boss wants to do personal activities together. How can I maintain work-life balance without negatively affecting our work relationship? Some background information: I've gone to the same chain of gyms for a few years now, and my boss recently joined. During last week's session, he approached me and we chatted abou...	Simply be honest with your boss. You can't really control his expectations and his reaction, but as long as you can make it really clear that it's not a personal thing, is a preference about how you work out, I think you'd be OK with the majority of bosses.
Professionalism and Rejecting Job Offers Situation: I had applied to two positions through my contacts. One which is an unlikely but awesome job in my city. Another which is less awesome (but still good) in a foreign country with messy immigration for my citizenship. I was given provisional details about the offer by ...	My advise to you is stay detached in these situations; don't feel guilty about having to turn down the job no matter what they've done for you.
Is it a good or bad sign if a potential employer is willing to bend over backwards for an interview? I'm currently employed but looking elsewhere as my current position is unstable. In this search, I've found a company that wanted a very long second interview (4+ hours) that must start early - obviously cutting out a b...	Conversely, the fact that this company is accommodating to you now is a positive indication that they might be similarly accommodating to their employees, and not just their potential employees. They must think that your qualifications make it worth the extra effort for the chance to have you add you to their team. Yes...
Should a departing employee offer (unsolicited) feedback to the company? I am a software engineer for a Scandinavian company. I recently accepted a new position at a different company and will leave my current job in the next month. I have great respect for the senior leadership of this Scandinavian company, but my re...	If you're really interested in leaving feedback or suggestions for whatever reason (Which again, is not recommended), the best way to do it is anonymously. If everyone is working together to make the company better, it's great to give each other feedback.
Is it unprofessional to bring lunch to a meeting? Every so often I have days that are very busy with no time to take a proper lunch. When this happens, I usually end up bringing my lunch to a meeting and eating while other people talk. These aren't lunch meetings (usually around 1 or 2pm), and I'm typically the only pe...	However, I agree with some of the comments above (e.g. that a snack can generally be OK) but it depends on the meeting or if you are taking a pre-planned working lunch etc. Eating behavior and expectations has many cultural differences, so it will be hard to answer your question without being familiar with your culture...
How can a new manager deal with a report who is not productive and has communication issues? I work in a small start up and have recently been made a Team Lead. I have some developers working for me; a product manager, a scrum master and a QA engineer. The job is largely going well but there have been a couple of issue...	You are going to have to train him to give you reports in the style you want them given. I have seen much improvement in my staff's performance when I started 1:1 meetings with each of my direct reports. If you feel more comfortable, you may request help from HR, who can also be a witness in the this meeting.
How to add task improvement/efficiency in a resume? I am about to finish a semester internship and looking for the right way to highlight the results of a software that I wrote. In a nutshell, I automated a task that would take around 6.5 hours for an average employee to complete. It now runs in 20 minutes by using Ja...	My point is this: in one or two sentences you can tell what you did, what technology you used, mention who your users are and describe the benefits to them and to the company hosting you as intern.
Our time card punch clock is almost exactly 2 minutes behind the actual time of day. Is this bad? Is there some way that my employer is somehow benefiting from the time card punch clock being 2 minutes behind everybody's desktop and phone clocks? <Q> I will assume you use the same clock when you sign in and when you si...	If the timeclock matches reality and the computers are two minutes ahead, then the employer could benefit, and it is more likely that this is unbeknownst to the employer.
How To Answer the Infamous Salary Questions It seems that almost every employer I've interviewed with has asked me the following 2 questions: What is your current salary? What compensation are you looking for? A potential strategy might be to answer one of those questions and not the other. For example, not tellin...	I would not answer the current salary question, but would be willing to discuss what I would like to make. I was in the same situation ,I answered both questions and was completely honest with the prospective employer.
How can I turn a "do more mentoring" objective into a something SMART? I am writing objectives for one of my developers at the moment and we want him to take on some of the mentoring of a more-junior developer, partly as a means of increasing his seniority and partly because mentoring benefits both parties, so he'll le...	When I've had goals like this, I have used feedback from staff as a measure of improvement, as other answer mentions, but you could also use a measure of time.
What do I say if my manager asks me if there is someone in the company I would rather not work with? As I was meeting with my manager the other day, he asked me who in the department I looked up to, besides my mentor. I named several people. Then he asked me if there was anyone in the company I would rather not work wi...	You might be really happy with all of your colleagues, or at least happy enough that you wouldn’t want any of them to lose their job just to make you slightly happier. You can also soften it by saying something positive about the other person.
Is it appropriate to leave a company in the middle of small and large projects? I have been at my job as a Jr. Developer for about a year an half and it is now time for me to leave and find work closer to home. I am in the middle of a smaller project, one I should have finished in a month or so, and about to start a ra...	You should never feel guilty about this if it is the best decision for your personal situation or for your career.
Is lowering employee's self-esteem a practised management technique? I'm wondering if consciously making employees doubt their abilities or value, is a technique that some managers actively practise. I can imagine that this might be a good technique in certain contexts. Clearly for a high achieving company like Googl...	But any organization which has a bigger picture in mind will never encourage it .
How can I make part-time work a success? In all likelyhood, starting next year I will work at reduced hours (at 60%) for some time as a form of parental leave. This is nothing I have to negotiate, the law here being what it is. I did roughly the same thing when my first kid was smaller, and while my boss was generally ...	Otherwise, be generally professional about the change and address negativity as it comes. Changing Hours - sometimes you can cover hours that are in need of coverage by working a different schedule. If your work environment is healthy, people should feel good about paternity leave and support you.
How to deal with a Manager who believes the more difficult solution is always the best solution I work in a software company as a tech lead under a manager who is an architect but has very good technical knowledge, as well. I know it's good to have a manager who has knowledge about technical things, but as a tech lead...	You need to be clear to him why you wish to do things the way you want to.
How can I make myself worth the hassle of being an overseas hire to a US tech firm? Ideally I'd get sponsored, but I've just wanted to move to the US for so long that I'd be willing to cover costs myself, not to mention that after university I'd love to be a software developer, so what better place to further my career...	By proving your worth at the local office, and making connections to your US-based coworkers, you'll have a lot more success in landing a transfer to the US (or a promotion to the US). (Demonstrate you go further than most, showing you're self motivating is a huge win here, as is loyalty. You cannot pay your employer t...
How should, or shouldn't, I work with a recruiter who asked me to be hush-hush about his former agency? In the past I've worked with recruiting agency A. Today I was contacted by recruiter B, whom I knew through recruiting agency A but has now left and is now working for recruiting agency C. The conversation was mostly...	Unless you have a non-compete with Agency A or some other obligation that you require disclosure, or prevent your working with Agency C, or the recruiter, then you have no obligation to Agency A in this regard.
Get salary increase after probation even if increase are annually given I just finished my 3 months probation on my work this week. I have not been asked to give up my projects and equipments given by the company, and have also worked well for the past 3 months so I am pretty sure that I'll be a regular/permanent come ...	Remember that the key here is to discuss that your past performance is good and thus you believe a raise is merited and since you started outside of the annual system, you'd like a raise soon.
How does a Lead prepare to leave a job gracefully? What are some best practice for someone in management to leave in a manner that does not leave the company with a major gap? Is the normal 2 week minimum enough for the company to normally handle the transition? I am the Technical Lead at my company and sort of the go...	If you don't have a job lined up yet, and you don't plan to leave for a competitor, why not tell your company that you are looking to change industries. At the very least, you need some kind of continuation plan for the situation where you are suddenly unable to work (through an accident or illness).
How should I react to my colleagues making fun of my behavior and mocking me? I recently left my job to join a small startup. Everything was fine until one other person joined. The Startup founders and the new starter always talk about social things like football, dance and other stuff. While talking, they make fun of ...	If things get to the point where this behavior is impairing your performance, then I would confront the person in question in private and tell them to knock it off. My suggestion is to first corner the founder, and explain him clearly why you're uncomfortable. Enjoy and embrace the moment rather than take everything pe...
Is it good idea to refer an ex-roomate with whom I have personal conflict? Two years ago, while I was working with my previous company, I happened to stay with a person in a shared apartment. Whilst staying with him, there were a lot of personal conflicts. He was not transparent in money matters. He didn't talk terms...	You cannot serve as a positive personal reference, since you had conflicts with him personally.
Why is it bad to use personal pronouns in a CV? I am applying for a new job, and I am rubbish at writing CVs, so I often have a look at the examples and templates on-line, and it says that you should use not use personal pronouns in these examples.For example Instead of: I Solved an IT issue You should use: Sol...	Because a CV is supposed to be a factual and impersonal description about you, not by you.
Does my employer own the maintainership and github stars of my open source project? I created and have been maintaining an open source project on github.com as part of my work for my employer. The project was created during the employment. My employer allows me to open source it on Github.com. There forms a community ...	In your current situation, what might well be best is to come to an agreement with your employer, such as them getting the right to be credited as your employer during development in return for you regaining control of the project. If your concerned about what happens when you leave, almost all OSS licenses give anyone...
Is it bad form to turn down a job offer after asking colleagues to give references? I am happy at my current job, but I am considering moving to a new job (at a more risky startup). The interviews have all gone well, but I'm not sure about long hours and low pay. I have, however, asked a bunch of former colleagues to...	No nothing wrong in that. Just because your friends did you a favor by providing a reference, doesn't mean you are obliged to them such that you should take a job you don't want.
Does work experience on obsolete technology/platform count? I have a good amount of experience (about 6 years) working on the Symbian platform. While I have learned a good deal about mobile application and framework development and about mobile computing in general in these six years, I understand that things have chan...	You haven't picked up one skill in six years, you've picked up an array of transferable skills, that's what matters.
Interview question: 'What's your worst workplace mistake?' A recent interview I went to appeared to be going very well. The CTO was prepared to offer me the job there, and we negotiated a salary that I was happy with, but then he had to go out and consult with the rest of the panel. He came back and said that one of ...	"I really don't make a lot of mistakes, if I do I'll try to fix it before anyone notices, the fewer people know about it,
Colleague at work makes constant jibes I have a colleague who is not only very intrusive, but also makes constant jibes at me. He keeps snooping what I am doing on my computer (even though I am just working) every time. But that's not even the issue. He makes attacking statements every time , especially in a large ...	Next time he makes a remark you don't like, calmly and professionally point out that the comment isn't appreciated, and ask if he can please stop.
Stock options offer - questions employer should answer When evaluating a stock option offer at privately-held start-up company, what questions re. the options plan the employer should be able to answer? What is really a private information that cannot be disclosed and what is just a trick to avoid disclosing the inform...	I would make sure you know the following when trying to understand the value of the options: Total Fully Diluted shares outstanding; Price of last Preferred Round; Strike Price of the Options (often this will be the 409a valuation of the common stock).
How to deal with "Why did you accept the other offer?" when declining/rescinding acceptance of an offer I accepted a job offer from Company A a few months ago, but I never signed any contracts. Company B contacted me for an interview and gave me a better offer. I decided to accept it, so I notified Company A promptly t...	Never tell a previous employer (or in this case, the company you rejected) where you are going to be working.
Should I remind recruiters about my job application status? I uploaded my resume through a job recruitment website (for an review/writing position online). A few days later, someone contacted me asking my Skype details, so he could have a chat with me and see if I'm the right guy for the job. I replied immediately to...	In general, I would wait at least a few days before replying to remind someone, probably a week or so before following up just to remind him--if it's a holiday week(end), perhaps even a few extra days more.
Is it advisable to tell my colleague that he is getting fired? Yesterday, my manager told me that my colleague would get fired. Then I asked my boss for the reason, and he gave an explanation. After we finished the conversation, I continued working. When I came back home, I couldn't stop thinking about it. My boss di...	Just as telling someone they are "safe" from an impending layoff can backfire, so could telling someone that they are fired: I told a recent layoff victim that his job was safe. No, it is not advisable.
What is the process with recruiters for a third party? I am currently about a year from completing my Bachelor's in Software Engineering. I was recently contacted via email by a recruiter for a third party. They said that they found me via LinkedIn, and included the job description. I have been contacted previously by ...	If a company has an ad out, and it's trying to fill multiple positions for that role, they're likely to work with recruiters if the recruiters are finding appropriate candidates.
How to note salary when I can't indicate part-time status? Some recent positions of mine were part-time, but salaried (i.e., not for an hourly wage. I was hired for a certain number of hours per week, but often worked more). Some online job applications are fill-in forms that leave no room to indicate whether my most ...	Since the applications are asking for salary, you should simply indicate your salary.
Should I replace an AV accessory that was lost by someone else? I work for an education oriented non-profit and recently we started letting people take A/V and photography equipment in exchange for a copy of the final product, so basically for free. I'm in charge of monitoring the state of the returned equipment and r...	If they are a few bucks that you can easily afford, there's little harm in buying them.
How to manage re-engaging a job search after only 1 month at new job I find my self in a situation where I need to start a job search just 5 weeks after I started my current position. I am nervous that have only a 1-month tenure one my resume is going to make me look bad when seeking new jobs. How can I present the sit...	Be clear in your own mind why your current company is intolerable Practice conveying that in an interview Try not to bad-mouth your current company Examine in your own mind why you didn't see this before you chose to sign on with your current company
If I study so slowly that my CS degree takes 5-6 years, will anyone value it? I dropped out of high school and went on to study in open uni. I had a year before my conscription for a 3 year service, and I planned to study during my service to make the best of a horrible situation. This semester and the previous semeste...	Be concerned with other parts of your resume, and if they fit the model for the job you are trying to get, but don't worry about the duration of your studies.
Do recruiters have to say where they get their contact info? I've increasingly been getting recruiter emails at my personal email address, and on occasion even my work address (!). As I've never personally reached out to these people or companies, and I'm not currently looking for a job, I ask them where they got my em...	There is no way to require that they give you this information.
How to go beyond the manager professionally whenever it is required? I am working as developer in the current firm. We are developing a application for the organization. However for requirements and for other clarifications we need to approach so many other teams and many other people. Usually for those clarifications ...	If the President/CEO is in your line of report-to, then simply make the point to politely request to speak with him/her and bring such issues to their attention.
What time counts when it comes to remote work? I'm getting back into the world of work after being disabled for 10 years and got a job as a software developer. Because of a disability I work from home. I'm starting again at a junior developer level but I'm replacing an intermediate level developer. I'm paid hourly. I'...	You should talk to your boss and ask how you should be calculating your hours. You were hired in a junior developer role, they won't expect you to produce code at the same speed as those at a more senior role so don't expect yourself to.
Is it OK to go on interviews while working on a contract with another company? As the question states. I have a month to month contract, which is non-binding in its current state. I can basically leave the job any time I want to, but this requires me actually wanting to try to find a job to apply for. Does this allow m...	Rather than try to do this covertly, simply inform your current employer that you need to take the time off for an interview. If you have a job that lumps sick and vacation time into a PTO bucket, the point is moot.
How should I confront my boss for not being open with me about my performance and development? I am a new manager (junior/assistant head of department), promoted one year ago, and I have always had five star performance ratings as well as been recently named best employee of the company. On the surface, I have little o...	As for what to do about it, if you have the right sort of relationship with your manager then ask them.
How can I improve the tone of my communication with clients? I am working at a client site as an IT Consultant. Recently the client has provided feedback to my employer: “His communication is direct and straight forward to the point. But most of the time it is very crude and blunt. He needs to improve on presenting...	If you are disagreeing with your customer, use polite ways to say that(as mentioned in other answers) and also, do not end your sentences abruptly with statements like "that's all I have to say" or "that's it!"; and do not disagree without hearing their side of the story. Re-think your attitude when you are interacting...
When to apply for a new job while living abroad My current position is slotted to end in about a year. My profession is IT (specifically network engineering), and I'm employed in the UK but looking to head back to the States - hopefully California because of the large technology market. Taking into account my geograp...	If you're confident that your skills are in demand and a job search should be fairly quick, it would be valid to wait until you're about 3 months from moving to start applying. My personal experience (and the experience of similar friends who are trying to make a long distance job move) is that most places won't even p...
Asking for raise to meet HR guidelines Recently I have met my manager to ask him a significant raise. I based my demand on: HR guidelines for the level of my position and what I have seen in the industry on payscale and glassdoor. I have underlined my recent achievements and said I thought this salary adjustment...	Some advice given to me, was 'The best time to ask for a raise, is when they think you're about to leave'. Your manager may not want to give you the raise, because it's always nice to save money. Although I am not particularly sure what HR guidelines you are considering, however, as long as your data points are cohesiv...
Applying to a position I already allowed a recruiter to represent me for I have been approached by two recruiters (A and B) for a position the same role at the same company. I was asked by Recruiter A first, and told them that I would allow them to represent me for the position at the company, and told Recruiter B tha...	If the company/hiring manager is using multiple agencies, then it is up to him to decide which agency first sent them the CV if they receive several copies of your CV and subsequently hire you.
How do I deal with an employer withholding my paycheck? I recently gave notice that I was quitting my job and my boss told me not to return to work. I left all of my hardware on my desk. The next day my boss texts me and says "X is missing." I know for a fact that I was not given this item, but my boss insists one was ...	For the next quitting in your life: Ask (or Force them) for a regular checklist for giving in all the properties what the company has and it is in your hands. If you find that the local employment laws are strongly in your favor, calmly but firmly let your boss (or HR/her supervisor) know that what she is doing is ille...
Is it required to be exact about previous salary when dealing with recruiting agencies? All jobs I applied for have been through recruiting agencies and all of them are asking for my current/previous salary. It is much much lower than industry average (nearly half) and I don't want that to influence my next salary... ...	Some forms will ask for a desired salary, and so current salary is immaterial.
My boss wants me to do something that might be illegal I work at a paperless type of IT shop. All the documents and records are maintained electronically. I am the guy in charge of the databases holding employee records. These include time-sheets, task distributions, ratings and everything except the money. My boss wa...	Be sure to weigh in the possibility that you lose your job, even if you do it. If you need to know for sure, consult a good attorney. In some countries and companies, you could blow the whistle and be protected legally. It is unethical, it could be illegal, and it will certainly compromise your integrity.
Poor performance review/I'm not a good fit I recently received a verbal documented warning about my poor performance and not meeting the expectations of the role. I've been with the company/role for less than 6 months. This is the first negative feedback I have received in 17 years. The job and company is not what ...	The problem doesn't sound like you're unskilled, but rather you're not passionate about the job you currently have.
How should I handle my new job as manager? Today I had my interview for a job that I had no idea about (my uncle told me to meet XYZ person, and my uncle himself didn't know anything about the position available). So I went to the office of XYZ and met with him and my interview was quite a good one and he said that the...	You just start to introduce yourself with everyone and you will feel better when you are frank with everyone. Make yourself confident to do all the work. Use their experience - ask for their advice.
How to prepare for first performance review My first review as a Ruby on Rails programmer is tomorrow. This is my first performance review ever. What should I do to prepare myself? Should I study anything? Should I review my own work history? I have worked for the company since 2012, and transferred into a positio...	Going forward I would recommend to document your accomplishments and critical issues at the point of them happening. Thus, I'd advise looking over the past year as well as preparing for the upcoming year.
What impact does a sharp looking CV have for a technical role? So looking at these CV examples , they look nice, they look professional. If I needed a graphic designer, or a magazine editor, I'd hire them. But for a technical role (like an IT developer), does 'slicking up' your CV help? Personally - my CV is writ...	A nice looking resume does make you stand out form the average tech-resume. When I review a resume/CV, I care about content clarity Let your experiences and abilities shine through, you don't need flash and glitz for a piece of paper.
How best to handle leaving a company when there is training already booked and paid for in advance? I am making plans to leave my company. Nothing super urgent - the work just simply not challenging to me. The issue is that in the next month or so, I am about to be sent on a 2 day training for Agile/Scrum PM (~$2k). ...	You would leave a bad impression if it would be known you have planned to leave before the training but didn't say anything only to get the training.
How to find work to do when starting a new job Today was my first day at a new job. I know it's slow the first day or two, getting set up and all, but I've got a particularly bad feeling about this one. Basically all I did was walk in, someone showed me around, the secretary gave me a piece of paper with instructions o...	Ask for suggestions about what technologies to dig into in order to be most useful in your new position.
Can I make my employers aware of a better-paid job without making my current job less secure? I'm a programmer with a job working in mobile apps and web design. I have a secure job with reasonable pay and nice coworkers; I enjoy the mobile work and I tolerate the web design part. I've just seen an ad for a job with a...	If you're hoping to leverage an offer to raise your salary, you need to be at an offer stage, just saying "I've seen this job I could do that pays more" will just get your card marked.
How many days to respond after phone interview I had an interview; it went well. We discussed the position and job I would be doing and the company in general. We spoke for about 50 minutes. I haven't heard anything from them in three days; should I still expect a response? <Q> One of the most difficult things for most...	In general, you follow-up a week after your last interaction. Make sure they know you're interested in the position by telling them explicitly.
Should I be expressing my real thoughts on this website ("The Workplace") or toeing the generic "company line" if i'm looking for work on careers? So. I'm semi looking for work just now, and I've got a careers.stackexchange.com profile. How fancy! Anyway, I was just responding to someone's question here on "The Wor...	I'd actually refrain from expressing any especially controversial opinion (of the type that might make it particularly difficult / impossible to get a job with someone who knows you posted it, or that might get you arrested), even on a profile not publicly linked to you, as nothing on the internet is truly anonymous.
Books read on CV appropriate? Is is appropriate to mention some books I have read on my cv related to self development like : Getting things done, Couple skills, Rewire you brain ... In North America? I am afraid this would look like I am bragging which would be unprofessional <Q> What is it to read a book? <S> Do ...	Reading a book isn't quantifiable, nor is there any assumption for the amount of value any given person will take from reading any given book (especially for someone not familiar with the book), nor is showing such value through achievements better than just putting the achievements on your resume in the first place in...
What's an interviewer trying to find out when asking you to compare yourself to others? Interview background: In that session of interview, all the candidates are graduated from same university and course. An Interviewer asked:"Do you know (person name)?" My Answer --> "Yes" An Interviewer asked further: "When compa...	On what is he trying to find out it is likely just to have some way you are different/better than the rest. If you know the person, and have worked with him/her, regardless of his/her abilities, in an interview, it is never a good idea to be negative; whether it's about a previous company or coworker.
Negotiating an already accepted job offer I did an internship at company XXX and got a job offer from them; I accepted it. But I haven't started my work yet. I now received another job offer from company YYY which pays $15K more. The work is almost the same, both are full time. I like the higher salary, but I prefer c...	If you want the money, politely inform the company that another opportunity has arisen and you can't pass it up. I would certainly not make a counter-offer to someone who hadn't even started work, yet has already decided to ask for more. You could "unaccept" I suppose, and see if you could re-open the bidding war.
How to deal with a team member who tries emotional blackmail on us? We have a team member who has to create some input for a project we are working on. This team member is terribly sensitive to even the slightest criticism. They started a discussion how they feel slighted. I have a leading role in the team, although ...	If you are in the position to decide, get rid of them, if you are not try to ignore them on not depend on their input. Name the unproductive behavior you have observed, state the effect it has on you personally, and request a change. There is nothing you can do.
Does one's Learning Horizon narrow after getting a job I started with my first job in a company recently, the company already had a project and i started working on it,The main hurdle in my career progress bar is that to complete the project i had to learn a few new skills due to lack of time i completed specific topic...	Certainly while getting up to speed for a project, your learning will be focused, but afterwards, perhaps not.
As a new manager, how can I learn to navigate the company politics? As I wrote elsewhere, I feel that my role as a manager is being marginalized by my superiors. I am loosing some of my responsibilities, and my managers (both director and line manager) tell me that I am doing great and that I should keep on doing so. ...	Observe their unique work styles, priorities and communication preferences in order to best adapt your approach. Stay true to your values: There are those who’ll do anything to “win,” but on the whole, character and credibility will eventually prevail.
How can I stand out in an interview when I have 0 years of experience? I have an interview for a software engineer intern position. The person who is going to do the interview is an engineer with over 20 years of experience, and I do not have any, so I do not know how can I impress him, or at least stand out. Any s...	Consider what questions do you want to know about the internship to demonstrate interest and enthusiasm.
Can my lack of credit history harm my chances for getting a job? I have no credit card, no credit history, and no debt. My resume is not lacking for my life stage (young adult). However, this answer to a personal finance question claims that employers check credit. Will I have difficulty finding a job with no credit ...	Unless you're looking to break into banking, finance, accounting, or jobs of that nature, the lack of a credit history isn't likely to harm you whatsoever.
How do I go about asking my employer about the salary range for a position? I want to know what the salary ranges are for different levels at my workplace. Is it OK to ask HR that sort of question? Is it common? I'm curious because a position that is similar to mine was advertised, but with a higher salary. <Q> I'm a...	Some companies actually publicize (within the company) what the pay range for a particular job is. This is absolutely an acceptable topic to discuss with either HR or your direct supervisor.
How to encourage a culture where people don't shout all the time? I am a manager from a European company and recently was promoted to an American branch. I am not sure if this is cultural (geographical I mean), but it really appears that most employees here are used to speaking out loud for the whole room to hear their...	You coudl set a good example of speaking lower and moving any long conversation to a conference room. I don't know if this is the case in your workplace, but I could see Americans more likely to talk across a cubicle wall (or two) or "shout" across the hallway.
How to get information out of secretive recruiters? About six months ago, I quit my job and turned to freelancing. I am content and I have enough work to go by, but don't rule out that I would like to have a day job some time in the future, when the right opportunity arises. Currently, I am pestered with recruiters, w...	Until you actually develop a relationship with the recruiters, you won't get them to "cut to the chase". The more they know about you, the more they will tell you when they contact you.
I run an Amazon Affiliate site which brings in ~$5k per year. Do I include this on my resume? If so, what numbers should I disclose? I've been running an affiliate site for a couple years now, and it has definitely helped me pay my bills throughout college, and I'd like to show it off on my resume, as I will graduate l...	Depending upon the company and what its line of business is, you may be required to disclose the site, the fact that you make money off it, and how much time you spend working on it.
How should I list working for a subsidiary company on my LinkedIn profile? If I work for a subsidiary company, should I say that I work for the parent company on my LinkedIn profile? <Q> I think it depends largely upon how the company is branded. <S> If the primary branding is just ScissorCo, and the "we're a subsidiar...	If the corporate website, logos, etc. of the company you work directly for is branded with "ScissorCo, a division of MegaSlice Cutlery" then I would use that on LinkedIn.
Discretely interviewing during lunch break - is it acceptable to forgo dress code? I am starting to interview and I don't want anyone at my current company to find out. I also have a very short window during lunch break to do so, therefore it is virtually impossible for me to change clothes. A few companies have speci...	Wear half of what you plan on wearing to the interview to work. Some will view it as either you not taking the interview particularly seriously, or perhaps as a sign of disrespect. Try to wear as much as possible of the clothes which you're going to wear so changing can be done really quickly.
How do I deal with have having had a personal meltdown that's affected my worklife? The background context is: First job since graduating, been in an IT role for almost 18 months. Had a pretty rough time I work, IMO I was mistreated. I was put on a PIP within six months of starting for 'Asking too many questions befor...	If something happening at home is emotionally upsetting you at work, you need to get your mind off of it. Maybe you can just make a force of will and do it. Maybe you need to get your life straightened out with God. It never hurts to think of what you could have done better, but the answer in that case may be "nothing"...
Onsite interview and hiring Does an onsite interview indicate that a company wants to hire you? How is it different from a technical phone interview? <Q> An onsite interview indicates nothing more than the prospective employer wanting to interview you onsite. <S> Hiring is the end result of the interview process. <S> ...	The onsite interview is the next step that can include more technical questions, example problems, a tour of the place as well as give the candidate a chance to ask more questions as this is often the step before making the decision on who to give an offer of employment generally.
Is this a breach of confidentiality or should my employers not have been so nosy? Both my partner and I work in the same company, same building, same floor, different rooms. As such we very occasionally email each other about semi-personal things (e.g., What time are you planning on leaving?, Have you been for your lun...	Personally I would take this as a clue that you should not be using company email for anything personal at all at this company. What you did was indeed wrong.
How to deal with unrealistic deadlines as an intern in a startup? I'm working as a software engineer / web developer intern in a start-up. After discussing with colleagues, I just realized that I am given unrealistic deadlines by my intern supervisor who is also the developers' manager. He asked me to do a gantt plann...	As for scoping and delivery, make sure you are limiting yourself to the absolute minimum viable product that will accomplish the task. No item should be over 3-5 days (depending on length of project). If he/she asks for the impossible in a passive aggressive mode, then it's time to start searching for a new job.
Is it normal to have so little human interaction in R&D? Being employed as a fresh CS graduate for a few months now, I started to introspect the atmosphere at our company which seems lacking human interaction. I know that main task of computer engineer is to develop stuff and solve problems using computer, but in our R...	My main strategy is to try to find something in common with co-workers that has nothing to do with the current work - it could be sport, family, hobbies, travel - whatever. You might be happier in a place with an open office plan as there is typically more interaction and noise.
Etiquette on loud boardroom meetings? What is the etiquette on dealing with a boardroom meeting that is exceptionally loud? I work in a building that has several meeting rooms, each can hold up to 10-15 people and are all configured for voice and video conferencing. Unfortunately, one is located within 15 feet of my d...	Since you specifically mention you can't use headphones or earplugs, I would mention it to your direct supervisor that sometimes the meetings in that room get loud and make it difficult for you to concentrate on your tasks. I've found that closing the door can be just fine, so long as you're not showing any aggression....
How to advise subordinate that second job is not in his long-term interests? A junior member of my (small - 4 staff members) department has been with us full-time for almost three years. However, he has also kept a job working in a restaurant for three nights a week, and I'm concerned that it is affecting his ability t...	Focus on the new and more interesting aspects/perspectives that a jump in grade could open to him rather than the higher pay. I believe it is best to asses the performance of your subordinate by strictly considering his/her on the job performance without taking into account the second job.
Should I include my Github page on my resume? I am looking to become a developer and while I have been studying I have made a Github page and have filled it mostly with scripts or simple games that I have made plus a couple basic web applications. Simply put, should I list my Github page on my resume as it is, or shou...	If you are happy with the code, then it always helps to publish it.
I have two bosses to work with. How to work when both say conflicting things? I report directly to the owner of a company, say A, but for directions and help I have to consult a senior, say B. B also reports to A. Now A has assigned me some work and wants me to outline the entire work. B at the same time wants me to de...	It is best to surface this conflict immediately. Write an email addresed to both descibing what each has asked you to do and ask them to set the priorities on the tasks.
How to "go the extra mile" without making trade-offs in one's life and general well-being? We are all told that commitment, dedication and good performance are only part of the formula for being a valuable asset to the company. We must always "go the extra mile". I consider myself an excellent performer and have often...	Some options I can think of: Come in later: If the important stuff happens after close of business, come in late so you can have these discussions while still on the clock. Find other ways to shine.
Are French cuffs interview-appropriate? Is a cufflinked (French-cuffed) shirt appropriate for a man for an interview for a white-collar (say, academic or office) position? Assume a suit and tie will be worn also, and this is in the United States. I'm worried that cufflinks may be viewed as more elegant and less busines...	Assuming good faith, you need to dress appropriately & to your comfort level as well as what you feel is required of you for the interview. That said, if you are wearing a shirt that must have a cufflink it won't hurt to put on an inconspicuous silk-knot cufflink . A few days before your interview, go to to workplace /...
Why are German employers so reluctant to hire part time software developer? I am in the lucky situation as a 24h/week (3 days) software (web application) developer. While my working hours is the last thing I'd like to change, my current employer became now one of the first things. My recent interviews gave me the impre...	Two part-timers are sometimes way more expensive for a company than one full-timer.

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