I'm moving to Boston from San Diego in a year, but I don't know a soul there, nor do I know how to get the important stuff (job, apartment) set up from so far away. Questions follow. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 11, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm working on a project that requires at least 3 or 4 full days attention each week. What are some places in the US or world I could move to, &/or unusual living situations, that would give me a good chance of doing this? [more inside]
posted by cotesdurhone on Nov 19, 2009 - 6 answers

I was 'let go' from my job last week, but I'm not sure it was entirely legal. YANML, but please lend me your ear... (warning, long) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 27, 2009 - 33 answers

Out of work law school grad thinking about looking into another career...looking for suggestions....how about a stock broker trainee...? [more inside]
posted by xspot on Oct 12, 2009 - 13 answers

Which jobs should I be searching for a stepping stone in the world of software development and eventually project management? [more inside]
posted by Pontifex on Oct 12, 2009 - 23 answers

How can I transition from a public-sector web job to a private-sector job and get a good private-sector salary? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 23, 2009 - 11 answers

What kind of job is good for someone who really likes applying to jobs? [more inside]
posted by ramenopres on Sep 12, 2009 - 18 answers

Where does one proactively look for software (specifically Flex) jobs these days? [more inside]
posted by drjimmy11 on Sep 11, 2009 - 6 answers

I just jumped through a lot of hoops (including references, projects, whatnot) to apply for a really good job I'm increasingly sure I don't actually want. The hiring manager wants to meet with me again Friday -- likely to make an offer. How do I handle this? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 2, 2009 - 8 answers

18 year old Australian introverted indoorsy uni drop-out seeks employment in recession. No qualifications (a business cert from school), no drivers license, no skills (maybe typing), no experience, no references, limited public transport. What now? [more inside]
posted by b33j on Jul 30, 2009 - 30 answers

When looking for new job opportunities, what is the best way to get my resume in the hands of potential employers? [more inside]
posted by little_c on Jul 28, 2009 - 11 answers

What timeframe do you need to consider and respond to an employment offer (in the US)? [more inside]
posted by mockjovial on Jul 14, 2009 - 12 answers

Does anyone have any experience with how to handle interviewing for a job while pregnant? [more inside]
posted by agent99 on Jul 14, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm in a not great situation at my current employer and am actively looking for a new job. How do I come up with reasons why I have to leave work for interviews? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 7, 2009 - 30 answers

Will smiling really sink my job prospects? [more inside]
posted by non sum qualis eram on Jul 7, 2009 - 17 answers

Flat-out asking for a government contract during a cold call: feasible or terrible? [more inside]
posted by cranberrymonger on Jun 11, 2009 - 3 answers

How to get a part time job as an exam proctor? [more inside]
posted by mintchip on Jun 2, 2009 - 9 answers

If potential employees find my Flickr page and find out I have pink hair, will it hurt my chances at getting a job? [more inside]
posted by Juliet Banana on May 22, 2009 - 43 answers

When do you become professionally typecast? [more inside]
posted by po822000 on May 18, 2009 - 3 answers

Is it weird to omit the name of only one of your past employers on your LinkedIn profile? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 14, 2009 - 4 answers

EconomyFilter: I'm a sixteen year old desperately needing a part-time or summer job. I can't help but feel bad taking away from those who really NEED it though. [more inside]
posted by seandq on May 7, 2009 - 54 answers

Debtfilter: Employer provides signing bonus structured as forgivable loan (forgiven if employee stays with firm long enough). Employee leaves soon after, and employer seeks to collect on loan. Employee is now a broke grad student, so employer offers to defer collection of loan until grad school is complete. Question: If length of time in grad school exceeds state statute of limitations on original loan, does this mean the loan will discharge itself before it can be collected? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 7, 2009 - 16 answers

How can my 18-year-old sister make enough money to move out on her own when she has no car or license, no job experience, and unsupportive parents? [more inside]
posted by logic vs love on Apr 27, 2009 - 34 answers

Can a prospective employer ask for my previous 2 years tax returns? [more inside]
posted by thinktwice on Apr 23, 2009 - 19 answers

How do I become a teacher in the state of California? [more inside]
posted by the NATURAL on Mar 30, 2009 - 4 answers

JobSearchFilter: How do I explain years of non-documented interest and knowledge in an interview, and where can I look to search for shipping industry employment? [more inside]
posted by Seeba on Mar 11, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm back home, on leave from college, until September and trying to find a job that is engaging and pays relatively well. [more inside]
posted by leurocristine on Mar 9, 2009 - 14 answers

I'd like to see examples of great cover letters, please. [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus on Mar 8, 2009 - 20 answers

Whose name do I use when writing a cover letter for a job? [more inside]
posted by crazylegs on Feb 23, 2009 - 15 answers

A job opportunity opened up that requires an "MS degree". I have a MA. I know that I have the knowledge and experience for this position. Is there any way I can apply for this job? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 16, 2009 - 23 answers

How much notice should I give before quitting my job? [more inside]
posted by symbollocks on Jan 23, 2009 - 21 answers

What's the best way to quickly find a supermarket job (shelf-stacking, tills etc.) in the UK? Tesco, Sainsburys, Lidl, Waitrose etc. [more inside]
posted by pyotrstolypin on Dec 29, 2008 - 7 answers

I am likely to soon get a job offer from Company A. Yesterday, Company B called to schedule an interview for a few weeks from now. I would prefer to work at Company B, but if I didn't get the job, I would want to work at Company A. How do I handle this delicate situation, seeing as we're talking about almost a month until I would have an answer from Company B? [more inside]
posted by inatizzy on Nov 25, 2008 - 11 answers

I am planning to leave my job at the end of December because I want to be closer to my immediate family. It's a fantastic job, and I'm worried future employers will think I was fired/left under poor circumstances -- which is not true. Is there any way to minimize this? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 19, 2008 - 7 answers

My job is making me miserable. I need some short-term coping strategies. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 18, 2008 - 26 answers

I am out of work and have decided try something new in my job search. I have started cold-calling potential employers in my industry. Now, the thing is . . I'm pretty shy, not a salesman type at all. Calling up strangers in order to promote myself is not something that comes naturally to me. How can I make cold-calling work for me? [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet on Nov 18, 2008 - 20 answers

What are breweries looking for in prospective employees? Alternately: What types of careers are available in brewing, and what makes one qualified for those jobs? Any relevant info helpful. [more inside]
posted by paisley henosis on Nov 17, 2008 - 13 answers

Australian Industrial Relations / Contract Law: when a job offer isn't worth the paper it's written on, what recourse does one have? [more inside]
posted by Ultimate Sockpuppet the Second on Nov 13, 2008 - 7 answers

I could use people's advice as to finding out the most likely future of our economy, how to come out of a period of unemployment proud as to how I used my time, and how to best prepare for the worst. [more inside]
posted by WCityMike on Nov 2, 2008 - 6 answers

I graduated college. Now what? What sort of job should I look for? [more inside]
posted by fogster on Oct 14, 2008 - 7 answers

How do I go about getting a raise my boss promised me before he was fired? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 26, 2008 - 4 answers

How much should I charge for pet-, house-, and baby-sitting? [more inside]
posted by greta simone on Sep 10, 2008 - 11 answers

Where can I work alongside my friend? [more inside]
posted by MrBCID on Sep 7, 2008 - 6 answers

How are entry level jobs in your career field (US) faring right now? [more inside]
posted by crapmatic on Aug 25, 2008 - 7 answers

My head needs hunting...how do I find the hunters in my field? [more inside]
posted by kenzi23 on Aug 6, 2008 - 8 answers

I'm putting together my resume. How far back do I need to go when writing the employment history? Google does not seem to have any answers for someone in my specific situation. [more inside]
posted by corey flood on Aug 4, 2008 - 9 answers

How big of a deal is it to be looking for a job without a job? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 29, 2008 - 12 answers

I don't want to be a salesman! Can anyone help a recent grad find a sane, non-sales job in Philadelphia? [more inside]
posted by SansPoint on Jun 17, 2008 - 9 answers

I am a library director who definitely needs a change of job (possibly a change of career) but I am stumped as to how to convince employers outside the library world that I am willing, able and sometimes more than qualified to do a job that doesn't necessarily involve books/libraries/IT maintenance. Can anyone share examples of how to convince employers you are qualified for something different? [more inside]
posted by MeetCleaverTheatre on Jun 5, 2008 - 7 answers

Through a weird wormhole of coincidence, I'm meeting up with a person who is leaving her job at a magazine. I happen to be good friends with a guy who just passed the first round of interviews to replace her, and I know he wants this position badly. Is there anything I can do to take advantage of this coincidence on my friend's behalf? [more inside]
posted by Viola on Jun 4, 2008 - 14 answers