How do I lie to my boss and everyone that I work with? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 9, 2009 - 39 answers

Due to the economic crisis, the small business I’m a partner in very likely won’t last through the end of the year. After a lot of soul-searching, I’m not sure I want to continue in my current industry and am looking at a possible career change at the age of 35 – becoming a high school English teacher. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 30, 2009 - 11 answers

My brother has surrendered his license to practice family medicine because he tested positive for a pain medication that was prescribed for our other brother who was dying of cancer... [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 22, 2009 - 15 answers

I need a list of careers which do not necessarily require a University degree or formal training. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 2, 2009 - 6 answers

Short version: My wife has been offered a two year position in another city. I want to support her and this may be a good opportunity for her, but my instinct says it would be a mistake for our future and our finances. For the many MeFites who have undoubtedly been in similarly sized shoes: aside from budgets and plus/minus lists, what do we need to be considering when making this decision and what is a good way to create consensus if it seems like we can't agree? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 23, 2008 - 19 answers

I work for Small Company A. I want to work for Small Company B. But Small Company A has close dealings with Small Company B, and I worry that Small Company A will find out if I apply to Small Company B. And there will be repercussions if my current bosses at Small Company A find out, because they are extremely petty. So what should I be doing? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 24, 2008 - 13 answers

Career Change. The time has come, and I'd love your advice. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 11, 2008 - 4 answers

CareerChangeFilter: 30 yo software developer seeks a more meaningful career path. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 9, 2008 - 15 answers

I need career advice on how to become a graphic designer when I'm already a grown up. Bonus & intertwined question: can you help me see if I am on the path toward being screwed at my current job? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 3, 2008 - 6 answers

Career change, midstream, to the technology field - can I have your suggestions? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 28, 2007 - 10 answers

I am looking for a new job and would like to make a slight career change. Right now, I have a full time job and a side business. While I am qualified for my "ideal job," in order to demonstrate this on paper, I will have to emphasize my side business. How do I list both my side business and full time job on my resume without giving off the impression that I am a distracted or disloyal employee. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 17, 2007 - 4 answers

How do I re-establish a research relationship with a professor I kinda-sorta worked with in college a few years ago? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 25, 2006 - 13 answers

Am I batshitinsane for considering an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts at 27 years of age while holding a BBA and having some great experience? Before you comment, please read the [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 14, 2006 - 29 answers

I'm considering taking a major risk and changing careers entirely [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 1, 2006 - 5 answers