fast answer Friday — 7 short answers to 7 short questions by Alison Green on August 10, 2012 It’s fast answer Friday — seven short answers to seven short questions. Here we go… 1. Can a teacher be banned from showing her students a questionable TV show? This question is about a public school, which I know has different rules than regular workplaces, but I’d love your advice. Can a public school teacher […] Read the full article →
ask the readers: is my husband’s look hindering his career? by Alison Green on August 10, 2012 It’s another ask-the-readers questions. A reader writes: My husband has 2 degrees and is 61. He has never advanced in the business world, and I suspect it’s the sideburns, the same hairstyle and glasses from the 70s, the suits that are mid-ankle, the suspenders, and the long sleeve shirts he cuts to be short sleeves […] Read the full article →
how to break up with a client by Alison Green on August 9, 2012 A reader writes: I have a question that seems as though it should be a snap, but is throwing me for a loop. Several years ago, I left a full-time job in order to freelance, and my most recent employer has remained one of my clients. I have been handling an ongoing series of projects […] Read the full article →
how do I backtrack on a stupid rule I put in place for employees? by Alison Green on August 9, 2012 A reader writes: I read an article where you talked about stupid rules that management makes in order to address an issue. I’m actually a new manager myself as of April of this year. I have found that I am guilty of creating at least one new “stupid rule” that I know my employees hate. After consideration […] Read the full article →
things that don’t belong on your LinkedIn profile by Alison Green on August 9, 2012 * PSAT/SAT/ACT scores (and it’s even weirder when your summary leads with these things and you are in your 40s) * statements that you are smarter and more talented than the person viewing your profile (As in, “I am smarter than you. I write better than you as well.” This is not quirky and charming; […] Read the full article →
ask the readers: company that treated me poorly now wants my help by Alison Green on August 9, 2012 It’s time for another ask-the-readers question (although I can’t help weighing in on this one too). A reader writes: Three months ago, I left a job I’d had for nearly six years in a ridiculously dysfunctional dental office. I would have left years ago if the money hadn’t been so good. My old office manager […] Read the full article →
wee answer Wednesday: 7 short answers to 7 short questions by Alison Green on August 8, 2012 It’s wee answer Wednesday — seven short answers to seven short questions. Here we go… 1. How to follow up on a networking introduction I have a question about next steps after networking introductions made via email. I just moved to a new city, and an expert in my field offered to introduce me to […] Read the full article →
2 amusing things by Alison Green on August 8, 2012 I have been watching this video over and over and laughing hysterically at it. Please watch it immediately. Also: In the process of looking for an old post on something else, I came across the one below. I am reprinting it here in its entirety because it is so wonderful. * * * angry boss […] Read the full article →
could this unreasonable recruiter trash-talk my friend? by Alison Green on August 8, 2012 A reader writes: I’m writing this on behalf of a friend. I’ll call him “Dan.” Dan is not looking for a position but was contacted by a recruiter. The recruiter does not work for any one company, but is retained by various companies to recruit for them. The recruiter thought Dan would be “perfect” for […] Read the full article →
what to think about before launching your own business by Alison Green on August 8, 2012 I see this advice all the time — “Can’t get a job? Become an entrepreneur.” There’s no question that it works for some people, but it’s far from being universally applicable. Starting your own business is hard, and it’s not for everyone. It’s not as easy as just having a skill and selling it. You […] Read the full article →