I am an engineer, and my wife is a business major. She is more miserable with her job and entire career than she has ever been, and I do not know how to help her. It's easy for me to search for jobs - I look for "mechanical engineer" or "robotics" and find positions matching my specialist skills. My wife is a generalist, and seems to hate the people that are attracted to the jobs she is qualified for. Her career unhappiness is taking a serious toll on her personal life and our marriage. Please help us figure out what to do!
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posted by RobotNinja
on Oct 5, 2012 -
48 answers
In transition, need some ideas of what to do with my life. As a job, as a business, whatever: what can this artsy nomadic person who can't fit a boundary do for love and profit? [longpost is looooong]
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posted by divabat
on Mar 16, 2012 -
15 answers
What jobs/businesses have been negatively affected by the rise of information technology and social networking?
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posted by gnossos
on Nov 22, 2011 -
33 answers
I art direct/design a magazine. I want out. What are the legal/ethical concerns with putting that work in my online portfolio? (BONUS: am i being treated unfairly?)
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posted by Senor Cardgage
on Mar 8, 2011 -
12 answers
My boss has asked me to work on getting our company a contract with the U.S. government's General Services Administration (GSA). I have been doing some research and reading everything I can about it, but I think this may be too big of a job for just me. Does anyone have any experience with working on a contract like this or know of any good resources for help? Anything that any of you can offer would be great. Thanks!
posted by healthykindofsick
on Aug 6, 2010 -
9 answers
Is this the right time to re-start my home base business (craftmaker of gel-candles)? I currently work full-time and Im growing tried of the job, but need the paycheck. Im 52yrs old and my heart and soul is in my crafts. Started about 10yrs ago, but went astray, but always though about doing it again. I need to make the right decision before I jump into spending $$ on new venture.
posted by naylord
on Jun 4, 2010 -
11 answers
Is it a good idea for a freelance web designer to work through a middleman? I have someone, a family member, let's just call him "Alfred", who has made a business proposition with me.
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posted by starpoint
on Feb 26, 2010 -
22 answers
How do I network with individuals when I don't need a job? I recently met a person who I think could be really helpful next time I'm looking for a job, but that likely won't be for a couple of years. How do I keep in touch in the meantime?
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posted by JannaK
on Feb 8, 2010 -
11 answers
I need to take two exams in order to continue to compete for a job I have applied for. I very much want and need this job, or something like it (I am truly desperate!) The tests take place in about a week.
The email that arrived from the HR person states that the exams I need passing scores on are:
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posted by bebrave!
on Nov 24, 2009 -
16 answers
GuidanceCounselorFilter: What jobs involve strategic decisions on a fairly frequent basis?
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posted by ignignokt
on Apr 11, 2009 -
12 answers
Which companies and organisations are big on innovation, creativity, doing good, and support flexible work styles and ethics?
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posted by divabat
on Nov 29, 2008 -
13 answers
Current MBA student , looking to work with a multinational company in Africa. Looking for an entry position in business development, marketing and sales and consultation. Fluent in French and English. I will appreciate any links, contacts or advice
Thanks
Dino
posted by Dino Nino
on Oct 17, 2008 -
2 answers
I've done some soul-searching, and I've come up with some ideas for new jobs or careers for myself, but I know there are other possibilities out there that I just haven't thought of yet. Based on my skills and interests, can you think of a great job or career for me?
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posted by springo
on Sep 21, 2008 -
8 answers
Hello.
Here’s the lowdown: I’m the senior sound designer / managing director for a leading international sound library company who’s been successfully running a company that doesn’t belong to me for 6 years. I’ve exhausted this opportunity, as the company is limited in its ability to grow due to the owners methods. In short, although I still have my job (and could have it forever, so to speak), I need to get out. I’m striving to create an opportunity for myself (and potentially for some of the other amazing employees I’ve hired who are looking for better opportunities) by starting a new company, and I must act now as I am not getting any younger.. I’ve been thinking this through for almost 6 months now, and something seeming great has just happened. Can you help me make the most out of it?
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posted by AdInfinitum
on May 25, 2006 -
13 answers
Has anyone ever become a notary? I'm interested in making some extra money and am wondering which notary schools you recommend, what tips there are to drumming up business, etc. (This is in California).
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posted by calwatch
on Feb 9, 2005 -
18 answers
I run a small design firm out of the house, with 2 employees and yearly sales of about $250K. How much should I pay for basic accounting services? He only does my taxes, I have a payroll service for payroll, and I do my own bookkeeping.
posted by anonymous
on Feb 4, 2005 -
3 answers
