Requesting advice with my career in computer science. Briefly, should I stay or should I go? [more inside]
posted by gadha on Nov 22, 2009 - 6 answers

What are some decent-paying jobs for someone who has B.A. degrees in English and in Psychology, and a lot of unofficial and very specialized technical knowledge but no "official" (i.e. paid) experience with such? [more inside]
posted by Lakmir on Nov 20, 2009 - 11 answers

Help me not fail my new job as an Affiliate Manager [more inside]
posted by IndigoSkye on Nov 13, 2009 - 3 answers

Dyslexic friend + change of career x (What options are available + how can I help) = happier friend! How can I help a friend find and get a new job and career? [more inside]
posted by Mrevilbreakfast on Sep 23, 2009 - 10 answers

Considering a career path. Nursing school or surgical tech school? All your answers would be greatly appreciated. [more inside]
posted by Chele66 on Feb 19, 2009 - 9 answers

I have advanced audio production skills, but am mystified as to how to make it pay in my situation. Ideas? [more inside]
posted by skypieces on Dec 1, 2008 - 4 answers

Lawyer type looking for possible non-lawyer work needs advice. Okay, you-are-not-my-career-counselor, but I am appealing to the hive mind for advice. I am looking for a job and I need a fresh set of ideas. My fact pattern is a bit odd, and I feel like I’m treading the same ground over and over again in my current search, I want to expand it and don’t know which way to go. Lengthy fact pattern to follow: [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 12, 2008 - 7 answers

Am I a marketer? Am I a flack? Am I lost? Yep. [more inside]
posted by producerpod on Jun 9, 2008 - 12 answers

What is life as a Business Analyst in the IT industry like? [more inside]
posted by gttommy on Mar 10, 2008 - 5 answers

What can my wife and I do to supplement our lacking income? [more inside]
posted by macsigler on Jan 30, 2008 - 37 answers

If you could recommend any career within the computer/IT field, what would it be? The primary factors I'm considering are salary and job security. [more inside]
posted by iamisaid on Dec 3, 2007 - 23 answers

Career/Financial Advice: Safety vs. Fulfillment - Can I afford to quit my job? Great salary, massive stock options, utter boredom/disappointment. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 12, 2007 - 21 answers

What is the (probably software related) job that I want called, and how can I get that job now rather than later? Obscenely lengthy explanation inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 31, 2007 - 24 answers

Do I actually have a chance of becoming a police officer?? [more inside]
posted by Bjkokenos on Sep 25, 2007 - 14 answers

I've the office web geek, a real one-man band, with 8 years of experience. It's time to change jobs, but the web employment world is more specialized than ever. What jobs should I be applying for? [more inside]
posted by dw on Aug 19, 2007 - 13 answers

I'm a college sophomore on my way to a CS Major / Religion Minor. Apparently my initial career options (just from that major) are a little bit better than my English-major friends. But I'd much rather make interesting things than work in a cubicle. How do I do this? [more inside]
posted by tmcw on May 13, 2007 - 13 answers

Librarians -- rain on my parade! What didn't they tell you in school? What are the worst parts of your job? What do you regret about your schooling/early career? [more inside]
posted by Rock Steady on May 7, 2007 - 29 answers

Is there any point to my seeking a diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome (AS), and how can I avoid quacks? [more inside]
posted by bad grammar on Mar 24, 2007 - 12 answers

Please help ensure the success of my friends new school teaching job. It looks like an excellent job in many respects, but there are two stumbling blocks: 1. The boss is tricky, likely a corporate psychopath. 2. staff are expected to work approximately 30% longer than regular school on-site hours, for no extra pay or compensation. more inside ... [more inside]
posted by singingfish on Feb 3, 2007 - 15 answers

Help me decide my future. [more inside]
posted by weirdoactor on Feb 13, 2006 - 6 answers

CareerFilter: I'm a technical person (software developer/researcher) looking for/needing a career change to something creative. I've been thinking about filmmaking. [more inside]
posted by chos on Dec 26, 2005 - 10 answers

Help me help myself. I have had social anxiety for almost as long as I can remember and for the last few had also been depressed as a result. [Gory details inside] [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 6, 2005 - 10 answers

I've recently signed a contract with a very large broadcast firm. I will be an Account Executive, and I must, must do well at this. I start in 10 days. Any advice on practical, contemporary sales methods from experienced folks in the field? I'm selling radio in all the m markets (sports and classic rawk). [more inside]
posted by Baby_Balrog on Apr 15, 2005 - 7 answers