employer asked me to produce free work as part of hiring process by Alison Green on October 22, 2012 A reader writes: I am searching for a new job in marketing. One of the companies that I applied to recently is a technology company that is looking for a marketing person to manage their website, social media, and email campaigns. I sent my resume along with a few examples of my work in, only […] Read the full article →
short answer Sunday — 7 short answers to 7 short questions by Alison Green on October 21, 2012 It’s short answer Sunday — seven short answers to seven short questions. Here we go… 1. Photos on your LinkedIn profile I know that photos in general should not be sent with resumes, etc., but from what I hear you are encouraged to post a picture of yourself on your Linked In page. I don’t […] Read the full article →
short answer Saturday — 7 short answers to 7 short questions by Alison Green on October 20, 2012 It’s short answer Saturday — seven short answers to seven short questions. Here we go… 1. Can I require an employee to work on Christmas Eve? I just hired a dental assistant, and after the hire she informed me that she will not work Good Friday or Christmas Eve. Our business is such that those […] Read the full article →
when your boss dies by Alison Green on October 19, 2012 A reader writes: I work in a mid-size company of about 100 employees. My department is very small, just me, my boss, and a part-time consultant. My boss died very unexpectedly this past weekend. I was given a mental health day to recover, but I don’t know what happens now. The CEO and VP are […] Read the full article →
fast answer Friday — 7 short answers to 7 short questions by Alison Green on October 19, 2012 It’s fast answer Friday — seven short answers to seven short questions. Here we go… 1. Did I wrap up this phone interview rudely? I had a phone interview recently, and I thought it went great except for the end. The interview was scheduled for 30 minutes, but after both she and I had exchanged […] Read the full article →
open thread by Alison Green on October 19, 2012 It’s our monthly open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on anything you want to talk about. If you have a question you want me to answer, emailing me is still your best bet, but this is a chance to talk to other readers. Have at it! […] Read the full article →
how to call in sick to work by Alison Green on October 18, 2012 I am not feeling well (can a flu shot give you the flu?), so it’s rather timely that this Women’s Health article just came out, quoting me talking about how to call in sick to work. Read the full article →
is it rude not to eat at a business lunch? by Alison Green on October 18, 2012 A reader writes: I have a question regarding a debate I recently had with a friend regarding a business lunch or dinner. I work as a fundraiser (primarily with donations from foreign governments), and a number of my meetings end up being held out of the office in cafes/restaurants. As I work for a local […] Read the full article →
update from the reader wanting to meet people in her new office by Alison Green on October 18, 2012 Remember the letter a few weeks ago from someone who wanted to meet people in her new office, but didn’t work directly with any of them? (Question #2 here.) Here’s her update. I wrote to you a few weeks ago asking for ideas on meeting people in the office. I really appreciate your answer and […] Read the full article →
should you date a coworker? by Alison Green on October 18, 2012 A reader writes: I work in a small office, and I’ve recently become close with one of my coworkers. There’s been some flirting, and I think she’d say yes if I asked her out. Some of my friends who have dated at work are warning me not to mix business and pleasure, but I figure […] Read the full article →