Should I apply to the same academic position twice? I was a finalist and they ended up not hiring anyone after everyone had interviewed (the job wasn't cut because of budget issues or something like that). They just decided not to fill it and passed on me. [more inside]
posted by jkl345 on Nov 12, 2009 - 25 answers

Can anyone suggest interesting careers for a physicist hoping to make a good impact on society? [more inside]
posted by qmechanic on Oct 29, 2009 - 10 answers

Which job should I pick? I'm in the happy position of being able to choose between two jobs. I'll get two offers by the end of the week, and I need help deciding. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 22, 2009 - 28 answers

What's required to become a real estate agent? [more inside]
posted by VC Drake on Oct 21, 2009 - 9 answers

CareerFilter: Do I jump ship now or wait it out while finishing my (2nd) degree? I have never seen myself on a career path and could never envision one for myself. Now I do. Should I run with it? [more inside]
posted by sio42 on Oct 5, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm interested in becoming a travel agent. How do I become one and find a job? [more inside]
posted by VC Drake on Oct 1, 2009 - 2 answers

I applied for a job that I had absolutely the right criteria for, but I've been rejected before the interview stage. Is it worth following it up, and trying to get an interview, or should I just let it go? [more inside]
posted by hnnrs on Sep 23, 2009 - 21 answers

A local vocational school is offering a 15-week program to train students to become independent insurance adjusters and hopefully pass the Texas All Lines Adjuster exam. I'm sure the 15-week training program is insanely expensive, but supposedly the independent insurance adjuster gig is considered pretty lucrative--especially for someone like me without a college degree. Anyone have any advice for someone stuck in dead end job and considering plunking down the money and time to become an independent insurance adjuster? Can a guy make a living as licensed independent insurance adjuster?
posted by buzzbash on Sep 17, 2009 - 5 answers

I am tired of staring at a computer screen all day. I think I want to work with my hands and definitely would like to be out of the office/cubicle most of the day. [more inside]
posted by sio42 on Sep 10, 2009 - 18 answers

I want to have a coffee with some potential employers, but they might think it is a job interview. How I can eloquently backstep this sticky situation? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 24, 2009 - 10 answers

Why can't I find a job with my biochemistry bachelor's degree in Seattle, WA (grad school is most certainly on the agenda, but not for another couple of years)? What other options should I explore, and how do I go about it? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 22, 2009 - 16 answers

I have always greatly admired people who have many careers and jobs in their lifetime. I think I want the same thing myself - so how do I go about it? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 16, 2009 - 13 answers

Should I take a job in Baghdad? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 8, 2009 - 26 answers

Should I ask for a title change/promotion at my job? Due to the economy, no salary increases are being done, but my review this year was excellent and I don't feel as though my title fits my job. Lots of librarian-y details follow. [more inside]
posted by booknerd on Aug 4, 2009 - 7 answers

Careerfilter: Career suggestions for a mid-career Manhattanite downsized by the financial collapse [more inside]
posted by dfriedman on Jul 28, 2009 - 8 answers

The Family Business: Have you left it? Please tell me about your experiences doing so. Especially if you were expected to be the one to carry it on after your parents' retirement/death. [more inside]
posted by sio42 on Jul 23, 2009 - 8 answers

Life choices-filter: What should my wife and I do next? [more inside]
posted by hamandcheese on Jul 15, 2009 - 14 answers

What starting salary can a recent graduate PhD in Mass Communication expect to make in the industry focusing on research (i.e., not teaching at a university)? [more inside]
posted by philrj on May 17, 2009 - 8 answers

I want to direct commercials and music videos. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by ManyNinjas on May 12, 2009 - 7 answers

Is it worth it to pay for a "targeted" resume distribution service? [more inside]
posted by rybreadmed on May 4, 2009 - 7 answers

I have some long term degenerative eye problems that may result in blindness over the next 10-20 years. What are some fields in which I could prosper despite this potential handicap? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 16, 2009 - 7 answers

GuidanceCounselorFilter: What jobs involve strategic decisions on a fairly frequent basis? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt on Apr 11, 2009 - 12 answers

Ways to make extra cash during the economic downturn? [more inside]
posted by mintchip on Mar 11, 2009 - 10 answers

How can two Seattle residents best go about looking for jobs in London? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 1, 2009 - 10 answers

Which companies and organisations are big on innovation, creativity, doing good, and support flexible work styles and ethics? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Nov 29, 2008 - 13 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

Tell me about careers in horticulture [more inside]
posted by slow graffiti on Nov 17, 2008 - 7 answers

Help me find the right track for my job, MeFi! What do I do to find a $20-$30/hr travel-light/telecommutable job? [more inside]
posted by ggypsy on Nov 17, 2008 - 9 answers

How to return to the job market after almost a decade as a business owner? [more inside]
posted by dejah420 on Nov 7, 2008 - 18 answers

"We're going to have to let you go." What do you do before leaving your boss's office? [more inside]
posted by tenaciousd on Sep 23, 2008 - 23 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? [more inside]
posted by springo on Sep 21, 2008 - 8 answers

Is there an occupation easy to get into, self contained in regard to expectations, and sufficient? [more inside]
posted by Vague_Blur on Sep 10, 2008 - 11 answers

New job may have been a bad move, what to do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 27, 2008 - 9 answers

There's a job opening and it turns out I have a contact there. How can I make the most of it without just being told to "apply online"? [more inside]
posted by luckyveronica on Aug 21, 2008 - 3 answers

Why is there an age limit to take the UN's national competitive recruitment exams? [more inside]
posted by mirepoix on Jul 21, 2008 - 6 answers

What sort of jobs are there that involve working with animals, aside from the non-obvious (zoo, vet, dog walker). [more inside]
posted by potch on Jun 16, 2008 - 18 answers

Applying for a government job (what to reveal in the application and more) [more inside]
posted by mintchip on Jun 2, 2008 - 4 answers

So I want to quit my first real job. What's next? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 20, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm 26 years old and stuck in a IT-contracting loop. Would an MBA, Masters or going back to get certified in certain hardware/software help me out? What kinds of opportunities could they open up? [more inside]
posted by PetiePal on May 20, 2008 - 7 answers

How can I get into the Online Media Industry? [more inside]
posted by quaisi on Apr 25, 2008 - 5 answers

CareerAdvice: How can my wife and I get back to the Gold Coast, and what job changes might I need to make to get there? [more inside]
posted by ranglin on Apr 23, 2008 - 6 answers

I'm a liberal arts major. I'm considering Law School or a Masters but according to US News & WR Even college grads might want to consider blue-collar careers . I live Near Wake Tech (a well respected Technical/Community College) and like the idea of a steady, secure 9-5ish type job. Salary is not critical, as long as I can live reasonably comfortably. So what are my best options? (See More Below) [more inside]
posted by DetonatedManiac on Apr 15, 2008 - 9 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 by aleahey on Mar 28, 2008 - 19 answers

Am I too old to go to law school? I'm 33 and . . . [more inside]
posted by Any Moose In a Storm on Mar 24, 2008 - 19 answers

Should I join the Army? I'm 25, talented and looking for something exciting and purposeful to do with my life. Is it a good idea or am I being completely irrational? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 3, 2008 - 35 answers

Can I make a living coding from home, and where can I find such a job? [more inside]
posted by brandnew on Mar 1, 2008 - 14 answers

Looking for a job in New York City archiving music or music related. Where to start? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 31, 2008 - 7 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 by barrakuda 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 by matildaben on Jan 30, 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