[Job-filter] How do I add a job to my resume that is both a contractor job, and more importantly, I haven't finished training at?
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posted by trogdole
on Nov 23, 2012 -
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I was let go from my job last week - it was kind of a surprise, but I'm bouncing back and I was looking to leave the company anyway, so I'm not too broken up about that. I am not thrilled about the prospect of job hunting while unemployed (would have preferred to have landed a new job first) and am trying to get a handle on my next steps. I have some Networking 101-type questions that I need help with, as well as some questions about how best to frame what happened at the last job to recruiters/prospective new leads/interviewers, and how to best avoid ever being in this same situation ever again.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 23, 2012 -
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Is it okay to call ahead to get details about a job posting before I submit a resume?
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posted by Tehhund
on Dec 6, 2011 -
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I've been learning new skills at my company that are far outside of my current job description. I've long ago realized that there's going to be a need for someone to take on these responsibilities beyond the one person we have now. And the time seems to be approaching! Please help me work through this and nail the salary re-negotiations.
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posted by Tequila Mockingbird
on Nov 30, 2011 -
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job hunt / resume question (creative/tech positions). I worked in the video game industry, and am applying for positions outside that industry. Should I include in my resume a note that video game credits are often inaccurate and checking them does not substitute for contacting an employer if seeking confirmation?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 12, 2011 -
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Tell them my salary or politely decline? On Friday, I learned about a job opportunity though an ex-colleague who would be my new boss. This person told me they're eager to fill the position and asked what salary I'm looking for. I ducked the salary question and, at their urging, applied online yesterday. Today I get a one-sentence email from an HR rep asking my current salary. I know salary negotiation has been covered on AskMeFi before, but I haven't seen this particular variation. No interview has happened. Doesn't salary talk usually happen later on? I have no idea how much this position pays, benefits, etc.; it could be better or worse than my current gig. The prospective position is grant-funded with a City agency. (Side question: are grant-funded positions risky?)
posted by timnyc
on Jun 13, 2011 -
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I'm very far down the road in an interview process for an internal position. I have some doubts. Help me decide if they are rational or fear based.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 24, 2010 -
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Where can I find benchmark reports and general best practices about company career websites?
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posted by lord_yo
on Nov 8, 2010 -
1 answer
If a person gives two weeks notice at a job, but those two weeks include potential jury duty, should you extend the two weeks notice to, say, three? Or is two weeks sufficient, since the employer still gets the full two weeks to find a replacement, whether I'm there or not?
posted by AONeal79
on Jul 13, 2010 -
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I am applying for a job advertised on a company website. The career page says to send resumes to an HR email address (HR@company.com). The page also has the name and email of the HR specialist (JohnDoe@company.com). Should I address my letter to the HR specialist even though I am not emailing him directly?
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posted by alligatorman
on Feb 24, 2010 -
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I applied for a very competitive position and made all of the preliminary cuts. I received an email that I'm being considered for a position in really awesome unit, and will be contacted if they want to interview me. They will make their decision on monday at the latest. Should
I contact
them? I really, really want this job!
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posted by pintapicasso
on Dec 30, 2009 -
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Are there any websites or online resources for people considering a career change?
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posted by reenum
on Nov 24, 2009 -
6 answers
I missed the date to continue my state health insurance. Now my only option is to pay for the super-high-end one until 2011. Do I have any chance of fixing this?
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posted by Madamina
on Nov 15, 2009 -
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I have an interview for a Dialer Admin II position at a huge collections outfit in four hours. Although I have about 10 years of collections call center experience and have worked extensively ON a dialer, I've never actually done any Dialer Admin-type work. What can I say or do to help me get this job?
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posted by Bageena
on Sep 14, 2009 -
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Should I accept the offer from company "A", knowing full well that I would go work for company "B" in 1-2 month? I'm sure 99% that B's offer will come, but should I do this as a way of hedging my bets?
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posted by anonymous
on May 15, 2009 -
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In my middle management position at a non-profit, I get to see a good amount of resumes pass over my desk for various positions in my department. Why is it so common for job applicants to place "References Upon Request" at the bottom of the resume?
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posted by RajahKing
on Mar 29, 2009 -
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Someone who is one of my best professional references wants to hire me! But now how do I offer good references to his large, corporate HR department?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 9, 2009 -
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A two-part workplace question. HR people and anyone familiar with contract employment, heads up.
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posted by emelenjr
on Nov 14, 2008 -
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HR/YANML filter: One of my assistants had an on-the-job injury today, and at the hosptial, they failed to give her the pee test drug screening that our company requires. She's concerned that they may use that as basis for claiming that she refused the test, and therefore will be on her own for the expense. I don't feel like this is the case, but I wanted someone with a more informed answer to help me reassure her.
So, do they have the burden of proof if they claim she refused? How long after the event can they require it?
posted by Morydd
on Sep 2, 2008 -
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I was turned down for a job. The reason given was that they couldn't match the salary range that I could get from other jobs. Is this a common "polite lie" among employers or is this the actual reason for me not getting hired?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 18, 2008 -
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I wish to move to a new position within my company (in a different dept) but my boss won't sign my internal job application because he says he needs to find a replacement first. Whilst this sounds reasonable, I believe this to be an excuse which he can and will use indefinitely, and that he has no intention of attempting to replace me but wishes to delay my ability to get the new position long enough for it to become no longer available.
Tomorrow I'm meeting with our HR rep to discuss this, and I don't think it's going to go in my favor because we're already losing several people and I'm sure they want to plug the hole. What other options of recourse do I have if the HR guy is unable to help me out?
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posted by forallmankind
on May 3, 2007 -
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What are some good technical questions to ask a potential candidate for a tech support position during the initial interview?
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posted by Cosine
on Jun 19, 2006 -
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Just applied last week for a job I'd really like that I believe I'm well-qualified for. It is in Phoenix AZ (with America West Airlines, if that info helps) and I am in Orem UT. What kind of follow up can I do to make sure that HR and whoever is really making hiring decisions at least notices me and knows I'm genuinely interested, without being annoying?
posted by weston
on Jun 8, 2004 -
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