Sticky work situation, advice needed. [more inside]
posted by Cosine on Nov 20, 2009 - 14 answers

When your best actually isn’t good enough: What could a supervisor do to help you if you were under-performing at work? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 20, 2009 - 5 answers

I'm working on a project that requires at least 3 or 4 full days attention each week. What are some places in the US or world I could move to, &/or unusual living situations, that would give me a good chance of doing this? [more inside]
posted by cotesdurhone on Nov 19, 2009 - 6 answers

How much notice do I have to give at work? I'm in France, and my contract lasts 1 year. [more inside]
posted by handee on Nov 18, 2009 - 3 answers

Quick advice about handling possibly douchy remark made by friend. [more inside]
posted by mpls2 on Nov 17, 2009 - 41 answers

Please help me analyse this workplace drama. I feel betrayed by my friends and discriminated against for being pregnant. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 17, 2009 - 34 answers

Serious mistakes made months ago at work have been uncovered. Facing possible discipline (even termination), I'm wondering how (or if) I should disclose mental health issues that likely contributed. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 16, 2009 - 18 answers

What can I do with an business degree if I don't want to work in a typical business setting? [more inside]
posted by bobber on Nov 16, 2009 - 2 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

Help! I need creative ideas on how a professional Jazz musician can pay the bills in Brooklyn, NYC. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 15, 2009 - 5 answers

How are things looking for Electrical Engineers? [more inside]
posted by lekvar on Nov 13, 2009 - 13 answers

I'm in a relationship of a few months old with a wonderful girl. We have great times together, but there's the catch. We're hardly together. How can we change that, or work around it? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 10, 2009 - 9 answers

What metrics are sales professionals guided by? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 10, 2009 - 6 answers

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

So, know of any good work boots? [more inside]
posted by brandman on Nov 9, 2009 - 27 answers

Arts programming in the workplace? Tell me what you know. [more inside]
posted by hworth on Nov 9, 2009 - 5 answers

Which is the best European country to move to, for a software engineer? [more inside]
posted by raghuram on Nov 7, 2009 - 6 answers

Someplace to read, write, relax alone at night in NYC. [more inside]
posted by laptolain on Nov 7, 2009 - 6 answers

Corporate policy and bumper stickers. I've been asked to remove a sticker in order to qualify for a job. [more inside]
posted by odinsdream on Nov 6, 2009 - 78 answers

You: Would you be willing to write me a letter of recommendation/professional reference letter? Boss: Sure! Hell, you write it, I'll sign it. You: ??? You: [Profit] [more inside]
posted by Methylviolet on Nov 5, 2009 - 34 answers

Long commute: should I take this job? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 5, 2009 - 32 answers

Somewhat inspired by this question, do I need to have a stronger work ethic? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 4, 2009 - 19 answers

What is the best way of organizing python scripts? [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth on Nov 4, 2009 - 15 answers

If you had the opportunity to start over, what would you do? [more inside]
posted by helios410 on Nov 2, 2009 - 19 answers

Workfilter: Does anyone know what a Proposed EPA Mechanism document is? [more inside]
posted by firemonkey on Oct 29, 2009 - 2 answers

Please share your experiences of doing a part-time degree and working 9-5 at the same time. [more inside]
posted by Ziggy500 on Oct 29, 2009 - 29 answers

I hate coding. I like conceiving of what the code could do . Work please? [more inside]
posted by fishmasta on Oct 28, 2009 - 14 answers

I have a friend attending school in China (studying traditional Tibetan medicine) who needs something to do in mid-December to mid-February when the campus shuts down. He can't work in China, but he would like to earn money somewhere, somehow. But how? and where? [more inside]
posted by Busoni on Oct 27, 2009 - 4 answers

Name that campaign! Need help finding an inspiring name for an internal/staff campaign that encompasses innovation + social media use... [more inside]
posted by latch24 on Oct 27, 2009 - 9 answers

Help me find the get rid of my backpack! [more inside]
posted by ouchitburns on Oct 26, 2009 - 29 answers

I just received a job offer, for a senior architect position in a very known contracting firm in Cairo. FYI, I have 8 years of experience as an architect and an M.Arch degree. However, I was shocked to see the figures associated, they are so low, and there are a lot of other concerns about rent fees and work hours, etc.. I will list some of the things below, please advise, if you have worked in Egypt, or familiar with the work law there. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 25, 2009 - 11 answers

Serious anxiety issues have caused be to break off contact with my adviser. How do I explain the situation to him? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 23, 2009 - 18 answers

Should I get out of this uncomfortable job? Complication: nepotism. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 23, 2009 - 12 answers

I have a new job where I'm going to get yelled at a lot. What are your tips for becoming comfortable with getting yelled at a lot, or your tips for defusing such a situation? [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama on Oct 23, 2009 - 32 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

The trial-and-error method of ADHD drugs: I am already afraid of screwing up my job and I am concerned about all these side effects I read about people having. I can't spend 3 months spaced out or whatever until I find the right drug cause then I'll REALLY screw up at work. Can you help allay my fears or tell me how you and your psychiatrist and/or therapist worked this out? [more inside]
posted by sio42 on Oct 22, 2009 - 26 answers

Doesn't taking breaks for ergonomic reasons hurt "flow"? [more inside]
posted by defben on Oct 22, 2009 - 13 answers

I have fibromyalgia. Help me figure out how to be a better student/employee. What accommodations/techniques work for you? I have doctors, so more looking for 'this worked for me/my mom/my friend' than anything medical. [more inside]
posted by eleanna on Oct 21, 2009 - 8 answers

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

I am 37, female, married and have a BA in Psychology and an MA in English/Creative Writing. Was a public school librarian for years and burned out. I need a career and don't know where to go from here. I've spent too long hating going to work, and I want a job I'll love going to every day. [more inside]
posted by miltoncat on Oct 21, 2009 - 13 answers

Battling anxiety at work - with a helpful boss! What are some strategies? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 21, 2009 - 5 answers

When is it actually worth it to attempt to do any better than average? [more inside]
posted by jnnla on Oct 21, 2009 - 16 answers

I'm a PM on a rather small-ish team and am currently in the position of being the most senior on the team in terms of knowing how our process works, but not the most senior person in terms of title (i.e. I am not the boss, but have one full-time PC and a temp PM that often turn to me with questions, including my boss who seems to either not want to learn our process or just doesn't seem to "get it"). [more inside]
posted by Ham_On_Rye on Oct 21, 2009 - 3 answers

Slim, but fat at the same time? I have a slim appearance, but I realize I am lacking the body mass that it matters the most, bone and muscle. I have very thin arms and somewhat weak upper-body. I am 35, male, 5'10" , 152lbs. As an adult, I know it is not possible to gain bone mass. How can I improve my physique so I can maintain decent fitness level when I get older? [more inside]
posted by neworder7 on Oct 20, 2009 - 10 answers

My employer is impressed enough with my work that they want to promote me into a position which would ordinarily make for a great career move. I, however, am planning on leaving in a little over a year to earn a degree in a completely different field, and thus have no interest in the job (for reasons explained after the jump.) How do I diplomatically tell them no without jeopardizing my current position, and how much, if any, of my future plans do I mention to them? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 20, 2009 - 16 answers

I need a new job, and I need one by the end of the year, because I'm very close to walking out of the one I have now. Help me, hive mind, as I'm at my wits end. What the hell can I do that's in Philadelphia, doesn't require a car, isn't sales, and pays around $30k? [more inside]
posted by SansPoint on Oct 20, 2009 - 22 answers

Taking A Year Off. (yes, I realize it sounds like this.) [more inside]
posted by allymusiqua on Oct 18, 2009 - 11 answers

I just complete a two year technical degree, now I find that I am un-happy with my future job and that the economic outlook for work is terrible. I want to find something that will use my skills and education as leverage for an assortment of different careers. Are there website(s) that can compute this for me? could you suggest for me some occupations given a brief description (inside)... [more inside]
posted by audio on Oct 18, 2009 - 7 answers

How do you deal with sexism in your workplace? [more inside]
posted by hazyspring on Oct 16, 2009 - 31 answers

How much should I charge for camera and editing work ? [more inside]
posted by dawdle on Oct 16, 2009 - 6 answers