what does it mean when an employer says, “let us know if you get any offers”? by Alison Green on July 1, 2013 A reader writes: When an employer says “let us know if you get any other offers,” can you explain what that actually means? I had a great first interview, and a great second interview where they said that. I don’t get it. Why do they say it at all? I am still interviewing for other jobs, but I […] Read the full article →
my boss was arrested for child pornography by Alison Green on July 1, 2013 A reader writes: Two weeks ago, my boss sent an email to our corporate office saying that he had a family emergency and he would be out for a few days. After a week, everyone who works with him started to really get worried about him. Seriously, this man is a workaholic. Some of us […] Read the full article →
asking about work hours before accepting a job, is long hair unprofessional, and more by Alison Green on July 1, 2013 It’s mini answer Monday — seven short answers to seven short questions. Here we go… 1. Can I ask an employer what their work hours are like? Everything I’ve seen suggests that one shouldn’t ask a prospective employer what work hours are like. I just got a job offer. Having interviewed on-site at the company, […] Read the full article →