How can we get into grant writing for other people? I've had good luck getting money out of the Canadian government for my screenwriting, I've done successful book proposals, and my wife has done all sorts of other successful applications. I am told a grant writer can claim 30-35% of a successful grant. How do we get into this line of work?
posted by musofire at 8:40 AM - 7 answers

Starting fall 2010, I'll be going to grad school (Master's) in a pretty esoteric field (studying texts from late antiquity, written in an obscure language). If I decide not to go on to the PhD, what can I do now and during my Master's to maximize my job opportunities when I get out? Are there any skills you would really strongly recommend that I pick up? [more inside]
posted by flibbertigibbet at 5:40 AM - 10 answers

I am seeking feedback on the fairness of a new tardiness policy I instituted at my company. I own an IT services firm that also has a retail storefront (the more traditional computer repair shop model). We have had a situation with chronic tardiness, to the point where on a recent Saturday, at three minutes before opening, I was the only one there (whereas four people were scheduled that day). I have now instituted what I believed to be a fair and generous policy, and some don't like it as they say it is too strict. Please read on for the policy... [more inside]
posted by titans13 at 6:51 AM - 59 answers

Is there a website that tracks information about companies that have offshored information technology jobs? [more inside]
posted by cosmic.osmo at 7:25 PM - 0 answers

If you were offered a 500 dollar gift from your boss, what would you ask for? [more inside]
posted by CrazyLemonade at 5:59 PM - 50 answers

How does one define "sexual harassment"? [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 10:28 AM - 31 answers

Where can I learn about accounting and small business administration? [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 10:12 AM - 6 answers

I'm applying for a programming job. I've had two steps of interviewing so far. What are they going to ask in the 3rd step? [more inside]
posted by beerbajay at 8:06 AM - 9 answers

I would like your suggestions for something I could place on my desk or computer which would clearly and visibly indicate to me and others my work status. The status I wish to illustrate is either a) Working on project X or b) not working on project X. [more inside]
posted by therubettes at 7:37 AM - 12 answers

My wife's from the USA and she got this on a mailing list she reads. I know nothing about US tax law or benefits. Is it a scam, or is Uncle Sam just waiting to shovel buckets o'cash into my pockets? [more inside]
posted by Joe in Australia at 1:56 AM - 10 answers

Is it worth it for a student who makes less than $10,000/year to invest outside of a tax-sheltered account? [more inside]
posted by mahoganyslide at 10:46 PM - 7 answers

Have you managed to turn an undergrad degree in the humanities/liberal arts into a satisfying and intellectually challenging career? Please tell me about it. [more inside]
posted by mellifluous at 4:13 PM - 28 answers

I worked on a project with some other academics. Now I want to present on and write about the project. Help me understand the etiquette of co-authoring. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 2:50 PM - 10 answers

I'm a graduate student who has been in school continuously in Canada for 10 years now. Now the student loan people want to make me pay. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 1:58 PM - 6 answers

What is the website that allows you to set a startup amount for a web -based project and allows people to invest in such a way that you won't start the business until you have sufficiently met your startup amount. I tried a bunch of google searches and couldn't come up with it. Hard to find the right keywords to search.
posted by jeffreyclong at 10:43 AM - 4 answers

I'm in a sticky situation at work, as, I am sure most of us are these days. Please read my LONG story about my boss and tell me what you would do and what crap you put up with at work. [more inside]
posted by Oireachtac at 8:28 AM - 31 answers

My boss is going to end a contract with one customer, although the customer would want to go on using our services. Boss's decision is because the service in question is not profitable enough anymore. I'm in charge of this contract and like the customer ie. all the people there who I work with. I think the feeling is mutual. These people also have some expertise and contacts I would like to maybe use some day. So how do I come out of this still being (business-) friends with them?
posted by gakiko at 5:32 AM - 11 answers

Are there any occupations or financial opportunities that are made possible or made better for people with dual citizenship (specifically EU and US)? [more inside]
posted by verevi at 10:30 PM - 5 answers

I need to take two exams in order to continue to compete for a job I have applied for. I very much want and need this job, or something like it (I am truly desperate!) The tests take place in about a week. The email that arrived from the HR person states that the exams I need passing scores on are: [more inside]
posted by bebrave! at 8:38 PM - 16 answers

Water privatization: I'm starting a pilot research on this subject and I am looking for quantitative data, reports and studies on any water privatization experience. At this point, anything that doesn't show up in a few obvious google searches is welcome, as well as suggestion for websites or publication on the subject.
posted by elpapacito at 1:51 PM - 13 answers