Are there any websites or online resources for people considering a career change? [more inside]
posted by reenum on Nov 24, 2009 - 6 answers

I missed the date to continue my state health insurance. Now my only option is to pay for the super-high-end one until 2011. Do I have any chance of fixing this? [more inside]
posted by Madamina on Nov 15, 2009 - 4 answers

I have an interview for a Dialer Admin II position at a huge collections outfit in four hours. Although I have about 10 years of collections call center experience and have worked extensively ON a dialer, I've never actually done any Dialer Admin-type work. What can I say or do to help me get this job? [more inside]
posted by Bageena on Sep 14, 2009 - 5 answers

What are the most interesting or unusual questions you've ever been asked at a job interview? [more inside]
posted by SinisterPurpose on Aug 25, 2009 - 85 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

Is it okay to indicate race in a resume? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 12, 2009 - 36 answers

Should I accept the offer from company "A", knowing full well that I would go work for company "B" in 1-2 month? I'm sure 99% that B's offer will come, but should I do this as a way of hedging my bets? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 15, 2009 - 23 answers

In my middle management position at a non-profit, I get to see a good amount of resumes pass over my desk for various positions in my department. Why is it so common for job applicants to place "References Upon Request" at the bottom of the resume? [more inside]
posted by RajahKing on Mar 29, 2009 - 22 answers

Outreach to friend in HR when applying for a job? [more inside]
posted by dlugoczaj on Mar 3, 2009 - 5 answers

Someone who is one of my best professional references wants to hire me! But now how do I offer good references to his large, corporate HR department? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 9, 2009 - 5 answers

A two-part workplace question. HR people and anyone familiar with contract employment, heads up. [more inside]
posted by emelenjr on Nov 14, 2008 - 5 answers

HR/YANML filter: One of my assistants had an on-the-job injury today, and at the hosptial, they failed to give her the pee test drug screening that our company requires. She's concerned that they may use that as basis for claiming that she refused the test, and therefore will be on her own for the expense. I don't feel like this is the case, but I wanted someone with a more informed answer to help me reassure her. So, do they have the burden of proof if they claim she refused? How long after the event can they require it?
posted by Morydd on Sep 2, 2008 - 1 answer

I was turned down for a job. The reason given was that they couldn't match the salary range that I could get from other jobs. Is this a common "polite lie" among employers or is this the actual reason for me not getting hired? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 18, 2008 - 12 answers

How do I avoid my previous workplace ruining my job prospects? [more inside]
posted by liquidindian on Apr 3, 2008 - 17 answers

I just asked for too much at a job interview. Did I screw up? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 25, 2008 - 22 answers

How do I defend my mild depression against a HR Director? [more inside]
posted by electriccynic on Jul 16, 2007 - 14 answers

I wish to move to a new position within my company (in a different dept) but my boss won't sign my internal job application because he says he needs to find a replacement first. Whilst this sounds reasonable, I believe this to be an excuse which he can and will use indefinitely, and that he has no intention of attempting to replace me but wishes to delay my ability to get the new position long enough for it to become no longer available. Tomorrow I'm meeting with our HR rep to discuss this, and I don't think it's going to go in my favor because we're already losing several people and I'm sure they want to plug the hole. What other options of recourse do I have if the HR guy is unable to help me out? [more inside]
posted by forallmankind on May 3, 2007 - 11 answers

Help me apply to the same job where I screwed up as a teenager. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 10, 2007 - 7 answers

What are some good technical questions to ask a potential candidate for a tech support position during the initial interview? [more inside]
posted by Cosine on Jun 19, 2006 - 25 answers

I have recently been offered a position with a new company. I have kid issues... read on... [more inside]
posted by workinprogress on May 27, 2006 - 11 answers

Just applied last week for a job I'd really like that I believe I'm well-qualified for. It is in Phoenix AZ (with America West Airlines, if that info helps) and I am in Orem UT. What kind of follow up can I do to make sure that HR and whoever is really making hiring decisions at least notices me and knows I'm genuinely interested, without being annoying?
posted by weston on Jun 8, 2004 - 11 answers