Usability Head Hunters in California? [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2008 - 3 answers

Can I play with Legos as a job? [more inside]
posted on Jun 27, 2008 - 22 answers

Re-interviewing for a job. How much do I need to explain about why I turned them down 6 months ago? [more inside]
posted on Jun 25, 2008 - 6 answers

PR/Marcomm Filter: What's it like to work for a PR/Marketing/Ad agency/firm? [more inside]
posted on Jun 25, 2008 - 7 answers

Can I request to be laid off? [more inside]
posted on Jun 21, 2008 - 10 answers

I have a job interview on Wednesday for a very interesting non-profit organization involved with animal research (for good purposes). All of my suits are skirt/jacket combos. I'm very short...too short for pant suits, and no time for alterations. The skirt suits wouldn't be a problem if I didn't have a huge tattoo on my leg. In my former career in creative arts, tattoos were acceptable and even commonplace. I'm not sure if this is a big deal with the new field. Nylons look silly over the work, and tights make me look like a little girl. Plus, it's very hot out. Is showing the tattoo something I should worry about? Do you think it will be viewed negatively? Any suggestions to help make me look more professional? [more inside]
posted on Jun 16, 2008 - 32 answers

Am I a marketer? Am I a flack? Am I lost? Yep. [more inside]
posted on Jun 9, 2008 - 11 answers

I got laid-off recently but don't want to continue doing web work. I want to do what I should've when I was younger, which is really figure out what I like. But is it too late? I'm 34. [more inside]
posted on Jun 8, 2008 - 15 answers

I've accepted a new job and I'm giving notice tomorrow. I may have low-balled myself, salary-wise. If my current employer counter-offers, can I ask my new employer to match? [more inside]
posted on Jun 1, 2008 - 10 answers

What has been your experience working as a baker, sous-chef, pastry chef, or on prep staff in a bakery or restaurant? What was the job like? The hours? What skills did you need to know before being hired, and what was OK for you to learn on the job? Did you have any significant professional training before beginning, or was it all self-taught? I have discovered a love of baking and cooking, and am considering going into the field for a couple of years. Is this feasible to do so without culinary school? [more inside]
posted on May 28, 2008 - 12 answers

What can I do with a degree in Physics? What doors and pathways will it open for me? How long will I need to study before I am able to call my self a Physicist and make a meaningful contribution in my field? [more inside]
posted on May 17, 2008 - 29 answers

What programs are offered in your field for a college graduate with little to no relevant experience who's nevertheless decided she wants to pursue a career in it? [more inside]
posted on May 14, 2008 - 12 answers

Hello, cat-herding, project management expert mefites! Please help me figure out the most streamlined and effective way to use Sharepoint to track and manage events. [more inside]
posted on May 12, 2008 - 3 answers

20-something INTP, bored to death in his corporate gig, asks: What should I do with my life? [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2008 - 28 answers

I am taking the Praxix II - Elementary Education (0014) this Saturday. Needless to say, I'm a bit behind in studying. The good news is that I am on vacation this week and have some time to dedicate to the cause. Also, I took my Praxis I in November and scored very well, I am looking for guidance on how to study for the inevitable history, science and theory questions that I have not thought about in the 13 years since I graduated college. I did purchase the REA book, have completed 2 practice tests and am copying the answers I got wrong onto notecards. Does it sound like I am on the right track?
posted on Apr 23, 2008 - 5 answers

Career-filter: I have gotten myself mired in the temp/admin world, and I want to get out! What kind of positions should I be applying for to gain experience, set myself up for grad school and get started on a meaningful career? Please help me take the next step in moving my life forward! [more inside]
posted on Apr 23, 2008 - 13 answers

My (soon to be former) employer wants me to repay a portion of my continuing education budget. What are my options? [more inside]
posted on Apr 22, 2008 - 30 answers

I graduated in 2004 from a fairly good university, and since then, I've held a few jobs in the retail/merchandising field. Right now, I'm an associate buyer/merchandiser for a specialty retailer. There isn't any room for advancement right now, I'm bored, and the job is totally unstimulating at this point. I live in the Boston area, where there are very few fashion retail buyer jobs. Can you help me with a career change? [more inside]
posted on Apr 20, 2008 - 4 answers

Help my bf's sister get a real job, so she can be as independent as she wants--and he doesn't have to worry about her as much. [more inside]
posted on Apr 10, 2008 - 10 answers

I have a vague plan for long-term career satisfaction. Since it's vague, I've decided to make a much smaller short-term job change to just make me a little bit happier about working. I'm not quite sure I'm doing this in the most super effective way, though. [more inside]
posted on Apr 5, 2008 - 2 answers

How do I say 'Thanks, no really!' after an unsuccessful job interview, without looking like the needy girl whose long-time crush has blown her out after one date? [more inside]
posted on Apr 3, 2008 - 14 answers

Job hunting from across the ocean: in a foreign country, looking to move back to home country. Which is better? Apply and interview from here, or quit current job and search from there? [more inside]
posted on Apr 2, 2008 - 7 answers

I have been working steadily and consistently for the last three years but not at jobs that show growth or project development (which everyone seems to want to know about). How do I find a new (better) job now? [more inside]
posted on Apr 2, 2008 - 1 answers

I'm a general geek. I.e. I can do basic HTML, CSS, JScript, PHP, etc. I'm proficient in Photoshop, but by no means an expert. I'm the hardware troubleshooting guy for my family, and a few others (oy). What kind of job am I looking for? There is, of course, more to this... [more inside]
posted on Mar 28, 2008 - 19 answers

Post-collegefilter: I'm trying to figure out what I want to do with my life, and have decided I want to try to break into the publishing industry. Are certificate programs the way to go? [more inside]
posted on Feb 26, 2008 - 17 answers

I'm a college freshman about to experience technical (CS) interviews for the first time. What can I do to prepare? [more inside]
posted on Feb 20, 2008 - 15 answers

My 1st job performance review ever! What should I expect? What should I prepare for? What do I need to keep in mind? [more inside]
posted on Feb 13, 2008 - 11 answers

What are some good job search websites/engines for Europe? I'm interested in jobs in international affairs, public relations, business and finance, advertising and marketing. I'm mostly looking for resources for Germany, Belgium, France and the UK, but pan-European websites are good too.
posted on Jan 31, 2008 - 4 answers

I find myself in the novel situation, upon being laid off, of having a large number of potential job opportunities. I'm in the tech space, so most organizations work through recruiters, and I'm getting over a dozen calls and emails a day since posting my resume. Many of the job descriptions look like a good fit, so I know I can have my pick of location, type of organization, benefits, salary, etc. It's quite early in my job hunt, and I have the leisure of about 2 months to do it in. I'm looking for tips about how to keep organized and be in control of the situation. [more inside]
posted on Jan 30, 2008 - 5 answers

How do I determine what my salary should be and prepare for salary negotiation in a job interview? [more inside]
posted on Jan 11, 2008 - 14 answers

Help this jack-of-some-trades find a job. [more inside]
posted on Jan 8, 2008 - 5 answers

Is it possible to make a decent, relatively steady living in (liberal to center left) politics in Raleigh NC? If so what job(s) should I start looking for? [more inside]
posted on Jan 4, 2008 - 5 answers

After a short encounter with my boss today I have reason to believe that I will be fired tomorrow. In this particular situation, would it be better to quit or be fired? (sorry, kids - semi-lengthy post!) [more inside]
posted on Dec 4, 2007 - 24 answers

How long is the wait list to start working at William Morris or CAA? [more inside]
posted on Dec 1, 2007 - 16 answers

An alum from my school said he would pass my resume around to employers in his city. I want to follow up with him. What to say? [more inside]
posted on Nov 21, 2007 - 6 answers

How to deal with two offers in the same department and ensure there's no hard feelings afterward? [more inside]
posted on Nov 20, 2007 - 6 answers

What do you do to stay positive and sane while job searching? [more inside]
posted on Nov 14, 2007 - 13 answers

Seattle tech companies worth working for? [more inside]
posted on Nov 14, 2007 - 4 answers

I've got two great job offers on the table, but unfortunately, I can't figure out which I should take. One is with an amazing organization, but doing more J2EE work; the other is sexy Adobe Flex work, but Contract. Help me choose!!! [more inside]
posted on Oct 26, 2007 - 12 answers

What's the shortest professional job you ever held? And should I feel bad for leaving my firm after only 7-8 months? [more inside]
posted on Oct 24, 2007 - 20 answers

I'm an IT professional who is having a very hard time finding a job. What am I doing wrong? [more inside]
posted on Oct 19, 2007 - 14 answers

Can anyone recommend a quality firm that will help me revise, update, and make my resume the best it can possible be, here in NYC? I am also looking for quality job recruiter or headhunters in NYC as well! [more inside]
posted on Oct 17, 2007 - 3 answers

Any electricians/electrician's apprentices out there (or anyone with appropriate knowledge) mind sharing their thoughts about the field? [more inside]
posted on Oct 11, 2007 - 7 answers

I think I want to be an Information Architect. How can I tell if I am qualified? What additional education should I pursue? If not this, then what given my skill set? [more inside]
posted on Oct 9, 2007 - 13 answers

What's worse, being at a job for too long or not long enough? [more inside]
posted on Oct 9, 2007 - 9 answers

Help me figure out to do with myself. I'm an early-30's lawyer with school loans well into the 6-digit range. I live in NYC. I hate what I do, I know what I like and am good at, but have no idea how to get from what I'm doing now to what I need to be doing. [more inside]
posted on Oct 9, 2007 - 18 answers

I've set up some informational interviews. Now, what do I ask the people so I don't seem like a dumbass? [more inside]
posted on Oct 5, 2007 - 7 answers

I'd like to help some friends get better careers. What kind of entry-level jobs are available in the Internet industry these days? Specifically, are there any that let one work from home? [more inside]
posted on Aug 23, 2007 - 6 answers

How Should I Leverage My Network and Contacts for a New Job? [more inside]
posted on Aug 19, 2007 - 5 answers

Should I take a job that pays more but isn't as fulfilling, or stick with my current job that I like, but can't get more money out of? [more inside]
posted on Aug 9, 2007 - 27 answers

Are there any Release Management Engineers out there? I would like to find out about your daily routine. Besides the responsibilities mentioned in typical job descriptions, what is it like being a release management engineer? Is it stressful? Is there room for creativity? What sort of career path is there? Lastly, how does the pay compare with other software engineering roles?
posted on Aug 8, 2007 - 1 answers

I need help figuring out how to shift my career into something I will love. Right now I am a technical writer, but after some deep thought I have realized that there are a few specific things that make me unsatisfied with this work. [more inside]
posted on Aug 4, 2007 - 15 answers

Is there a job that will pay me to attend workshops and conferences? Where can I find such a job? [more inside]
posted on Jul 30, 2007 - 14 answers

Hourly vs salaried. I don't want to work 24-7 [more inside]
posted on Jul 18, 2007 - 11 answers

The job that I was hired for doesn't exist. My boss doesn't seem to notice I have an issue with it. How do I confront him about this? [more inside]
posted on Jul 10, 2007 - 17 answers

How can I prepare myself for the transition from self-employment to regular employment? [more inside]
posted on Jul 5, 2007 - 5 answers

I applied for a job a couple of years, and didn't get it. I just saw another posting for the same job. How can I get it this time? [more inside]
posted on Jun 30, 2007 - 8 answers

I need help on the Federal job application process [more inside]
posted on Jun 19, 2007 - 9 answers

I have done initial interviews with both Ameriprise Financial and Garden State Securities. I think that being a stock broker could be for me. Should I go with Ameriprise, Garden State or somewhere else? [more inside]
posted on Jun 13, 2007 - 6 answers

How did you make your peace with the job that you do? [more inside]
posted on Jun 12, 2007 - 26 answers

Help me choose between two totally different jobs, my brain is going to explode! Even worse, perhans I'm an odd person, but I'm going to feel terrible telling either of these companies "No" and it's stressing me out a lot. I hate disappointing people. This emotional aspect is making it really hard for me to just quit stressing and think clearly about which makes more sense. [more inside]
posted on Jun 9, 2007 - 8 answers

I was offered a job that starts next week. I have an interview tomorrow for a job I'd rather have. How should I approach this during the interview? [more inside]
posted on Jun 6, 2007 - 10 answers

I just graduated cum laude with a degree in Liberal Arts and a minor in Philosophy from CSU (thats Colorado State). Assume my primary motivation is simply to make as much money as possible as fast as possible, ethically (not damaging the environment, breaking any laws, selling shoddy products, no corruption, etc). What should I do? [more inside]
posted on Jun 5, 2007 - 15 answers

Where to start? Basically I want to find a job that I'm beautifully suited to. How does a person figure this out? It's so frustrating especially as I know I have the answer already, but just can't see it. (Perhaps blinded by the instant migraine that searching for it is beginning to cause). Where can I find help with this? Sites where the nuances of my personality and skills are matched up with jobs that would utilize them - do such things exist?. Or are there any problem solvers out there that want to have a crack at it? Or anything at all? What comes to mind? Any crumbs are most welcome!
posted on Jun 1, 2007 - 30 answers

How to weigh an appealing job offer against an unappealing organizational culture? [more inside]
posted on May 29, 2007 - 9 answers

How do I fast track my way into consulting? [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2007 - 8 answers

Help me find a job in corporate finance. I have a master's degree in accounting and have been working at one of the Big Four for about a year. I went into accounting because I liked working with numbers. But in my current job, I don't work with numbers at all. I'm in a group that audits controls over IT and business processes. I hate it. It bores me to tears. [more inside]
posted on May 24, 2007 - 3 answers

How do you place a value on quality of life? [more inside]
posted on May 19, 2007 - 24 answers

What should a recent computer science graduate, who is currently job hunting, do to gain the experience almost every potential employer is seeking? [more inside]
posted on May 17, 2007 - 29 answers

How can I capitalize on a job offer I received but won't accept? [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2007 - 18 answers

Please help me figure out a career. And help me move in that direction, before I finish my degree. ...alternately, help me find a job that would will look good on a resume in a few years! [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2007 - 16 answers

I'm unhappy with my job, it's affect on my life, and where it's taking me. How do I find out what it is I really want in life and start doing it? [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2007 - 21 answers

Jobfilter: Im currently a network admin at my company. I have been with them a little over 1 1/2 years. Heres my dilema. I love the company i work for, they treat everyone great, there relatively small and everyone is sorta treated like family but the problem is i am completely burnt out at my position. I have been in the IT World for a little over 8 years and im soo sick of it and want to desperatley change careers but stay with the company. What is the best way to go about telling my boss this? I want him to know im not looking for another job or quitting but just want to change to a diffrent career/position within the company.
posted on Apr 24, 2007 - 10 answers

Help me say this to my boss more professionally and strategically: "It sounds like you're about to hire someone to do the cool projects I thought were soon going to be part of my job." [more inside]
posted on Apr 9, 2007 - 13 answers

CareerObjective: I think I have pronounced strengths in almost every area that would benefit a Television Pundit/Talking Head—as well as the strong desire to make a living at same. I also have at least one glaring drawback (hint: I’m a convicted felon) there's a lot more info inside. Feel free to skim if you'd like. [more inside]
posted on Apr 6, 2007 - 14 answers

I've been offered a job as the political director of a regional labor federation. Should I take it? [more inside]
posted on Mar 29, 2007 - 6 answers

Help me figure out how I can do really cool computer security stuff for a living. The catch: it can't be work for the NSA or Justice Department or anything that requires a security clearance. [more inside]
posted on Mar 27, 2007 - 15 answers

Should I try to leave the job I just started? [more inside]
posted on Mar 22, 2007 - 15 answers

What do you do when you've hit the wall career-wise? [more inside]
posted on Mar 18, 2007 - 13 answers

Prospective new employer keeps harping on the same question. [more inside]
posted on Mar 7, 2007 - 22 answers

How much will my overambition clash with my fiancé's underambition? And is his underachieving a symptom of something larger? I firmly believe that it is possible to find a job that I love to do, while my fiancé seems to be more of the mindset that he is content to work a job he doesn't really care about in order to fund his recreational activities that he does care about. I'm worried that he is aspiring towards mediocrity, and I'm worried that I will quickly tire of that. How do I motivate him to achieve more, or how do I stop stressing about that, because it is none of my business? [more inside]
posted on Feb 18, 2007 - 33 answers

What's the best way to get my foot in the door or "create my own door" in a computer security-related field without a degree? [more inside]
posted on Feb 12, 2007 - 22 answers

What are some generic "technical interview" questions you've received? Help me land my dream job! [more inside]
posted on Feb 8, 2007 - 21 answers

Any tips for transitioning into management in I.T.? [more inside]
posted on Jan 28, 2007 - 8 answers

I just went through a fairly extensive interview process. I thought I nailed it after each step on the way. I ended up not getting the job, so there's [more inside]
posted on Jan 18, 2007 - 27 answers

Do you know of any resources that give information on "niche" careers, preferably with personal anecdotes? Or even just career advice? [more inside]
posted on Jan 9, 2007 - 8 answers

Given the following choices, which would you say is the one that takes the least effort & time to complete, but still has a significant benefit to someone looking for a job? I suppose that any of these would satisfy my curiosity, but I'm looking to satisfy the above requirements I've listed too. 1) CPA 2) CFA 3) MBA 4) JD 5) MA (assume a 36 credit program) 6) Certificate in "X" - examples Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Certificate in Financial Analysis Certificate in Accounting [more inside]
posted on Jan 6, 2007 - 11 answers

I think I'm finally done with undergrad. I have no interest in grad school right now. I don't want a career in my area of study. How does one go about finding a good apprenticeship/internship in an interesting trade? I've been going to school now for around 20 years and I've yet to learn a skill that I can earn a living with. [more inside]
posted on Dec 20, 2006 - 18 answers

Dream job in the wrong place at the wrong time. Previously on FlamingBore's questions: You'll remember I was looking at relocating to Portland, OR for a lucrative job being tailor made for me. Then it fell through. [more inside]
posted on Dec 19, 2006 - 13 answers

What are some possible career paths or jobs suitable for a helpful, problem-solving, researching, decision-making, disorganized, short-attention-spanned recent college grad? [more inside]
posted on Dec 15, 2006 - 18 answers

Should I dumb down my resume? [more inside]
posted on Dec 15, 2006 - 13 answers

I've always been a late-blooming underachiever. Is it time to get off my butt and get out of my lousy part-time job, or should I keep my lousy part-time job because it gives me time to work on my book (I'm writing a novel)? [more inside]
posted on Dec 15, 2006 - 10 answers

Help me end office-job serial monogamy in my 30s and start building a career in broadcasting or publishing for my 40s. [more inside]
posted on Dec 7, 2006 - 6 answers

I'm 23 and working as a sales assistant/helpdesk support/office admin/web designer/receptionist in my hometown. How do I go about getting a paying job as a writer, without formal qualifications? [more inside]
posted on Dec 7, 2006 - 10 answers

I don't think I'm in the right line of work and I'd like talk to people in the fields I'm interested in at the companies I'd like to work for and find out more about what they do. How do I go about this if my network/my network's network and their networks haven't been able to help? [more inside]
posted on Dec 6, 2006 - 3 answers

I decided to move back to Europe, however I will need a job. I have about 3 years of work experience (all of which in the US) and have no idea what the job market looks like in Europe. [more inside]
posted on Dec 4, 2006 - 6 answers

My friend seeks a job as a web developer in NYC. He's gotten the impression that no one will interview him if he's not already a resident of the Big Apple. Is this accurate? [more inside]
posted on Nov 22, 2006 - 10 answers

There's a job I really, really want. I spoke with HR today and I was told that any decisions could be made starting next week. Should I call again next week? [more inside]
posted on Nov 21, 2006 - 8 answers

Career direction help? Can the mefites help me discover a new path for my professional life? [more inside]
posted on Nov 16, 2006 - 1 answers

What types of jobs have awesome perks/benefits? [more inside]
posted on Nov 15, 2006 - 49 answers

My boyfriend's fresh out of college, and is having a really hard time finding work in his field (graphic design). [more inside]
posted on Nov 13, 2006 - 24 answers

I've been with my present employer for nearly four years. Of those four years, the first three were spent as a Web Development Intern and the last was spent as the Lead Web Developer. What goes on my resume? [more inside]
posted on Nov 13, 2006 - 8 answers

Are there any good graphics design schools in South Carolina? [more inside]
posted on Nov 12, 2006 - 4 answers

What am I? (Job title question) [more inside]
posted on Sep 29, 2006 - 21 answers

What career paths are booming with jobs? [more inside]
posted on Sep 15, 2006 - 27 answers

Starting over filter: how do I find out what I'm wired to do? [more inside]
posted on Aug 28, 2006 - 14 answers

Landing a job while going to classes during the day? [more inside]
posted on Aug 17, 2006 - 4 answers

Dressing for the interview with a twist or two. I am flying to an interview with an Internet company in less than two weeks. I received the agenda just now and the recruiter notes "I would recommend professional attire." Help... [more inside]
posted on Jul 27, 2006 - 51 answers

I have always been very interested in education and wonder if I began teaching, if it would open up some interesting job opportunities later on that are different from being a teacher? [more inside]
posted on Jul 18, 2006 - 18 answers

I’m almost graduated, in the process of applying for a position as a junior consultant with a number of different IT-consultancy companies. I have my own ideas about who to choose, but since these companies are international I thought I could get some information from the smart people here at MeFi. [more inside]
posted on Jun 22, 2006 - 12 answers

In May, I graduated from university. Help me figure out what to do with/for my working life! [more inside]
posted on Jun 17, 2006 - 9 answers

I want to work with animals, specifically, big cats. I currently work in IT. Is it too late to get my dream job? [more inside]
posted on May 31, 2006 - 14 answers

Tomorrow I have a telephone interview for a job at a regional metro daily newspaper. What might they ask me? And, er, how should I answer? [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2006 - 13 answers

Help a child psychologist find a job working with children in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. [more inside]
posted on Apr 21, 2006 - 6 answers

How to choose - two roles, both appealing, and only one me. [more inside]
posted on Apr 18, 2006 - 11 answers

Career change advice sought! Help me make the switch to editing/publishing. [more inside]
posted on Apr 14, 2006 - 5 answers

I am giving serious consideration to setting up as an IT consultant. I'm well proficient in Windows and Mac, Office suites; applications and web technology. In addition, I enjoy talking and fixing computers. I've done some such already, but on a small scale and for people I already knew. My question is: what kind of things should an IT consultant be able to do, what are common requests, what should I charge and how (per job/per hour?). Are there any potential pitfalls? Is it a good idea? Thanks a bunch.
posted on Apr 4, 2006 - 13 answers

Are there effective employment counseling services for people interested in a career change? [more inside]
posted on Mar 25, 2006 - 6 answers

Career help needed - both short term and long term for an individual with a mixed background: international relations, IT support, and education that wants to get into international ICT content/project development. Two part question. [more inside]
posted on Feb 9, 2006 - 0 answers

What is the official name for a think tank type career? How do I get into the field, and where might I look for company that employs tank-thinkers? [more inside]
posted on Feb 8, 2006 - 18 answers

How can I impress my future (hopefully!) boss during my phone interview? [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2006 - 16 answers

Is it wrong to quit a new job if another offer comes through? [more inside]
posted on Feb 2, 2006 - 17 answers

A pupil at my Mum's school head-butted her today. She lost a tooth. She doesn't like teaching, and I don't want her to have to go back to that school ever again... [more inside]
posted on Jan 30, 2006 - 19 answers

What's the best way to go about researching a potential new employer? [more inside]
posted on Jan 30, 2006 - 10 answers

So. I quit my job. What do I tell people? [more inside]
posted on Dec 8, 2005 - 20 answers

Alternative careers for biologist? I have reached a point that I absolutely HATE my new job (science teacher at a high school/first year). I was hoping that other posters could brainstorm or think of options that I have not thought about - I plan to do a lot of work (informational interviews to reading career alternative books) - but this post may give me new ideas! I am a bit worried as I frequently become bored with jobs and what I am looking for may not exist. I have a Ph.D. in a neuro field. I hated research but subsequently enjoyed teaching college courses (everything from intro biology to advanced courses, especially reading and discussing recent literature with students). My own interests that have evolved over the years although not in my field - I love anatomy. In grad school, I taught myself basic anatomy, enough to teach anatomy labs. I had a chance to teach human anatomy at a small college - loved working with cadavers, although I am not an anatomist. Taught comparative anatomy and loved that too - again, dissecting, looking at bones, etc. I enjoy reading about science (NY Times science section) to keeping up with what is new in the field (mental health, pharmacology, genetic studies) - a bit broad, but again, I don't want to do research. I am interested in psychiatric disorders - mainly because those close to me have been severely affected. Also really enjoyed psychopharmacology and neurochemistry in graduate school. I have also been interested in diseases (how do they work?). Finally, I do not want to work in development, but I feel passionate about world events especially in some of the African countries (i.e., Aids). I loved overseas a few years as a volunteer in Africa. I am not really a people person - very introverted/shy - although I did relate well to college students (connected through the material). I've been dissatisfied with high school teaching because (besides the fact that as a first year teacher, I have a wild class) - it does not seem to be intellectually challenging, it is riddled with emotions (=high school students), I miss the creativity and freedom, and most of my job no longer involves the field I love, biology. I actually want out of the job now but am trying to hold on until the end of the academic year. I am in my 30s. I am also committed to living in the New York city area (that is actually why I took this job). I would love to have free time for my other interests, whether it be museums, biking, reading or staring at the wall. Or maybe there is a job that incorporates other interests too?
posted on Dec 4, 2005 - 14 answers

Midlife career change road map needed! Help my friend become a DC-based advocacy/lobbyist type. [more inside]
posted on Nov 7, 2005 - 7 answers

What should I write about in my cover letter if there is no specific job description? [more inside]
posted on Oct 11, 2005 - 6 answers

I think I might be overly loyal to my employer. In fact, every employer I have had. [more inside]
posted on Sep 30, 2005 - 13 answers

How can I decide if I'm management material? [more inside]
posted on Sep 23, 2005 - 17 answers

What should I wear to work in a higher education student services setting? Interview attire is one thing - I'm all set with that. But once I get the job, what should I wear to work? I want to build up my professional wardrobe and I want to do it right. [more inside]
posted on Sep 23, 2005 - 15 answers

Having worked in a corporate job doing tech support for good money for the last few years, I'm finding that my soul has withered. My goal for the next year or so is to perk it back up again. [more inside]
posted on Aug 24, 2005 - 10 answers

Please help me better align my values with my career. [more inside]
posted on Aug 24, 2005 - 11 answers

How can my near-OCD levels of organization & cleanliness, along with a penchant for being bossy, artistic, and design-oriented help me determine the best career path for me? Where do I go, and what type of formalized licensing should I pursue? [more inside]
posted on Aug 11, 2005 - 8 answers

ResumeFilter: Applying to a Fortune 500 company. How do I show the last two years of freelance experience without coming off as a maverick? [MI] [more inside]
posted on Jul 13, 2005 - 10 answers

A young woman that I am helping has recently left her home country (a totalitarian regime by any account) and is going to be attending undergraduate university in the U.S. in the fall. The school has given her a full ride as her family lives in extreme poverty. After she is done with school, she'll probably want to stay in the U.S., what sort of major should she choose so that she'll have the best chance of getting a job after that will provide her with a visa? I know some will say to choose what she loves, but she needs to be strategic.
posted on Jun 24, 2005 - 22 answers

How did you decide what you wanted to do with your life? [+]
posted on Feb 6, 2005 - 34 answers

I am in the last semester of my undergraduate years, and am facing the prospect of 'real life' in a few months. I live in Los Angeles and am planning on pursuing music and screenwriting as a career, but obviously will need to work to support myself while I pursue these unlikely options. I am wondering what suggestions people have as to what jobs would pay a living wage relatively quickly without much experience...[more inside]
posted on Jan 11, 2005 - 15 answers

What's it like being an architect? What are the fun tasks, the dull ones, and the tedious ones? As an architect in the US, is it hard to be artistically 'independent'; are most architects there doomed to designing cookie-cutter McMansions? Have you ever considered a different profession? If so, what? How does one go from an undergraduate to a full-fledged architect (i.e., what sort of schooling, certification and jobs do you need to become an architect in the US). Finally, what are some schools in the US for architectural training, or how do I go about finding them myself? Answers to any, some or all of these questions would be much appreciated.
posted on Nov 19, 2004 - 17 answers

I had a wild idea today. I'm pondering several career moves, mulling over various choices. Suddenly I thought: hey, what about politics/civic office?

Suggestions?
posted on Oct 9, 2004 - 12 answers

My friend has an interview for a job as librarian at a dental school. His background is in the humanities. Can anybody clue him in about what resources are used in this field, and point him to books or websites that would help him to learn about dentistry? Are there any 'hot topics' in dentistry he should be aware of?
posted on Dec 27, 2003 - 2 answers