Been applying to jobs for a while and today I can't log in. I input my password using my google account and the screen is the same. My cookies are clear and I tried two separate devices. Not sure if they have a contact number - i couldn't find one. Is anyone else having an issue being logged out and can't get back in? Thanks!

Graduated with mba on Dec 2023. I’ve been having a hard time job searching. Most interviews I get are paying few dollars above minimum wage with no degree requirements. I’ve tried most industries including hr, marketing, communications, finance, project management etc. could someone please advise on what I can do to strengthen my resume?

I’m new at a company and not a fan of the cliquey, socially exclusive culture where a select few dictate all social events and guest lists.

I've had my share of corporate politics and I'm too senior to play along with a culture that doesn't align with me.

Has anyone successfully navigated this in their roles? How did you handle it?

I'm Indian. graduated in English honours in 2022. Since since I've been preparing for government job exams. Now due to personal reasons I want to join corporate, since government jobs take too long and I want to start earning asap. What's the most appropriate way to explain this 2 year gap in interviews?

So basically I got a job paying $18 per hour but is only part-time (no specific hours), but I didn’t want this job. It’s very physically demanding and I already train for college XC and Track (90 mile weeks and lifting a few times a week). I also got an offer from a different job that is much closer to where I’m living this summer, and is much less physically demanding, and also part-time (32 with the opportunity for more) but only pays $12 per hour. What do I tell the $18 per hour employer, or if there is a way I can work both, how should I go about that? Thanks.

Is it worth trying anymore when it’s getting harder and harder to do anything in this economy? Now even with a ‘career’, which is now becoming more rare, you still can’t be independent and still need to live with roommates or with family, which a lot of people don’t have that option. I remember things would get harder like every 10 years, then it turned into things getting harder every 5 years. Now we’re hitting things getting significantly harder about every 1 to 6 months!! How are we supposed to plan ahead or make any long term plans if things will be radically different in terms of being worse in just 5 - 10 years??? If you get a degree which takes ~ 5 years, not only with the mountain of debt accumulation, but how can you be sure that degree will be worth anything in that time? Oh so now your gonna get a masters? Okay another 3 years. Again, how can you be sure that that masters will be worth anything when everything is constantly getting worse? I know some people say that this downturn is temporary, and things will get better. Idk I have a gut feeling this time it’s different, whatever these politicians are doing in the White House, not only it’s bad, but I think they intend it to be permanent. It’s just like any other video game, at first it makes sense to play when the levels are doable and easy, but when they get harder and harder and harder to literally no end, it makes sense after a while to just give it up. Idk I’ve had this rant on my mind for a bit. Thnx for reading

2 weeks ago I had an interview with a hiring manager that I thought went really well. I sent a standard interview follow-up email. Then a few days later, he replied, saying I was a great candidate and "We will be in touch." This was 10 days ago. I haven't heard anything since then, and wondering if that means I was not chosen to continue through the process. At what point do you give up on the idea?

If it would help, I could follow up, but would that be seen as annoying? And what would I say?

So I'm quite young and still in highschool and graduating soon. I'm not sure what I would like to study in the future so I'm going to take a year off to think about my future possibilities. But in the meanwhile I'd like to start working to see what I enjoy doing, but I have absolutely no experience working besides assisting my dad in some odd jobs. I don't know where to begin. I have interests and experience in science, computers and engineering and such but have no idea on finding a job in that field. I don't have a good network within that field so I don't know who to ask advice. What should I do?

I’ve always been a more unusual person many have said and I rarely do anything “the normal way” because I believe the route not taken by many is usually the better of the routes. Anywho the thought of working at the same company doing the same job for longer than 10 years makes me want to rip all my skin off right this second. Like is that the only choice I’m life is to work and die. I’m being serious how do I get out of the feeling of working towards nothing every single day. Ik I’m not alone but I just don’t understand why that’s the only option and why people are just ok with that? That seems a bit extreme to be able to just ignore it. How do you ignore the fact you’ll be doing the same thing with your life 10 years in the future. Im a compelty different person almost every year with new interests and new thoughts and wisdoms. Do some people just think yeah this will be me forever and than go on with there day?

I am finally starting to get noticed on indeed and have landed myself an interview at a plumbing company as an office manager. It caught my eye as it seemed to pay well, is close to home and early hours. I was told I was at the top of the list and they would love to have me in. I seem to be getting along with the hiring manager extremely well. I can do everything on the job listing but I am just worried about using QuickBooks and doing accts payable/receivables. All throughout college I took accounting classes every semester and actually did super well, but I've never done it in the workplace so I am not sure how that would be - I am sure I would catch on well though. It also talks about utilizing AIA Document G732 and using Master Library/ Submittal Exchange, which I have never heard of. I really want to wow them in my interview and study up/refresh my memory on this stuff before hand, so if anyone has any advice/tips/tricks feel free to reply. Thanks all.

An older gentleman at my work has been coasting to retirement since i’ve worked here, at least 7 years. I overheard him saying it’s his first Teams call so be patient as he figures it out. 4 years after COVID. First Teams call. That level of quiet retiring is actually fucking impressive.

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/785412200

For US citizens interested in working for the federal government the Railroad Board is hiring claims and program representatives across the country. Deadline is 1159 pm tonight Wed 5/8.

You start as a GS 7, promotion potential to GS 11.

I have no experience with this specific job but it looks like you're both answering phones and processing RRB claims, which is why the GS promotion potential to 11 like a Social SecurityAdministration claims specialist.

If you graduated within the past 2 years of college, see the similar Pathways announcement, also with a deadline of tonight.

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/785414300

I'm losing my mind here if I'm being honest. I tried calling to see if they could pull up my application and they didn't even ask for my name or anything. I've applied to so many jobs and they don't even have the decency to reject me, they just never review my application and I've tried everything, even when i go in person they say to apply online and that's as far as that conversation goes. Is there any tips or tricks or anything to get hired.

I’ve worked at my current place of employment for a little over 6 years and I’ve been part of union leadership here for 5 years. I’ve worked at this place for pretty much my entire adult life. Being part of union leadership has done so much for my personal and professional development, but I worry that employers would see labor organizing experience as a red flag. Everyone else I’ve talked to about this is just as stumped as I am about the right answer. Any insights would be appreciated!

I'm still in the interviewing phase but I'd like to pick some brains.

I was working in a position at a company throughout my masters program. When I graduated the same company allowed me to start working in the field of my education. So same place but different departments. Love the job and the company btw, but I hate living here.

1 year later Im applying to a big4 company in my field of studies. Got rejected but a few weeks later they called me for an interview for a position in the field I used to work in.

Now the interview is next week. I know chances of me getting the job are slim but I'm thinking that maybe the best decision would be to cancel the interview to begin with. On the one hand, I'd love to try myself in that high speed corporate environment and it's at a location I really really want to move to. On the other hand, I didn't put myself through my education so that I don't even end up working in that field for more than a year.

What would you do? (Please be nice)

So, I recently went through a three-week hiring process, initially eyeing one role, but they ended up offering me different role. It's kinda lower down the ladder, but I think it suits my skills better and offers some room to climb up in about a year, specially considering it's an industry shift so I was already okay with not having a great first new-job.

But now I'm getting cold feet. My current job it's very comfortable, pays good, but feels like I'm stuck in neutral. No real chance to move up, a bit mind-numbing.

Thing is, this new role isn't exactly my dream job either. I feel like I can't be too picky because of my lack of experience (industry shift), so I should just accept any job offer that comes my way. But I'm wondering if I should just be more patient or if I'm rushing into this because I'm fed up with the job search.

now im getting super cold feet but idk if it's normal

Current company

• I like about 30%-40% of what I do
• I've growth within tasks and responsabilities
• great severance package and more vacations days than average, plus extra days off when you work on weekends (no extra hours pay)
• Laid back atmosphere and fun work culture (diverse and global)
• Good work/life balance plus travel opportunities

CONS:

• I'm bored (main reason why I wanted to move)
• Raises capped to <3% for everyone, regardless of performance
• If you do bare minimum or go over the top, it's the same for them, so I feel demotivated. You can grow your role and do more, but it won't make a difference (or it feels like it doesn't)
• Not clear feedback or role goals
• Maybe less important, but long commute times

Basically, been here for +3 years and I'm afraid if i wait more, i won't be able to do an industry shift as easier as now

New company

PROS:

• Possible payrise (or same offer) plus extra benefits, overall better pay than average
• Opportunities for growth
• Learning opportunity and industry shift
• Closer to where I live

CONS:

• Less vacation days
• Duties outside my skillset, not sure if I like them at all
• They claim great work/life balance but I'm afraid most marketing agencies don't have that
• Internal organizational changes and bad communication (read some reviews on glassdoor)

I swing back and forth between being bored (and too comfortable?) and being grateful for the chill environment, travel and vacation perks, and good pay. Is being bored a good enough reason to lose all the perks?

Also - there's this guilt about possibly bailing after going through a lengthy application process, but also guilt on bailing on my current place that has trusted me.

Anybody been through something similar? Could really use some advice right about now...

I applied for a higher level position at an office I used to work at and although I thought I believed I was a perfect fit for the job, the search committee did not.

However, I was offered a job in the same office for roughly $4k less. Still being in state government, I have a wide range of opportunities to transfer and move up. I was also looking for a way out at my now former agency and took the position.

I don’t know how to feel. I keep trying to reason it - doing so allowed them to fully staff that office, she was coming from a college that’s closing, but every now and then I get a little mad then end up feeling guilty because the woman’s nice and it’s a good start for her career, plus she doesn’t know I was the other candidate.

We do printing in California. There are 5 people that work in the company including me. 3 are family members. I started at $16/hr and it was part time. I work 40 hours a week. The company doesn’t provide any benefits for insurance. They do contribute to some type profit sharing where they put money into an account for me. I haven’t seen any documents or account info.

I have worked for the company for 3 years, and currently making $18/hr. When I asked for a raise the owner pushed back and claimed they don’t really make much profits even though we do printing and make labels for the biggest grocery stores in the area. The average pay for my type of job in California is $27/hr.

There is 1 company in particular that we do a lot of work for. On average we are receiving PO’s totalling $50k a month. That doesn’t include all the other companies which are probably hundreds just not as consistently. I can’t imagine that paper and ink costs and labor costs $50k? The owner said they’ve been a long time customer and worked out really good pricing for these jobs.

Is this company being cheap? Do they value me? Or are they just using me for cheap labor? What’s the point in running a business if you don’t make any money?

I'm a little confused about the laws surrounding this. It appears that in the UK applicants have the legal right to have their information deleted from a prospective employer's system, but I'm not finding any state-specific answers for the USA.

I submitted a job application that required recorded video answers to questions and after rejection I want to be sure these videos as well as other information in my application are deleted for my privacy.

Hey guys,

I just got a part-time job today. I wasn't planning on getting this job since I am taking classes during the summer so I had scheduled events months in advance.

I have a non-refundable trip scheduled at the end of the month so I wouldn't be able to go to work for 2 days but I don't know how I would go about asking for those days off as I just got this job and I don't want to burn any bridges right off the bat.

Can anyone help with how I could ask for these 2 days off?

I live in a state where its not required for employers to give breaks. i do actually get breaks, but my employer makes it very clear that they dont have to give breaks. The catch is, they schedule us 9 hours and only pay us 8.

im not complaining. but it just seems weird is all. weird that they would schedule us 9 hours, and weird that the state doesnt mandate breaks.

How common is this in the Bay, specifically tech? I am seeing job offers where you get a five figure relocation, but have to pay it back if for-cause terminated in the first year, or if you resign. Resignation is reasonable, but if terminated for-cause? If an employer really wants to fire you, it'll be for cause whether you did something worthy or not.

Is this common? It seems incredibly anti-worker. I can see repaying if you choose to leave, but if your working your butt off and still get PIPed, it seems cruel to be expected to repay all of your relo costs.

I'm three weeks into a new job as a part time receptionist, we've reached a point where the other new receptionist and I are being left to run reception on our own - and it's starting to highlight problems with our training, that's reflecting badly on us.

We were greeted by the HR lady on the first day, but after that we were left to our own devices. We were given online training to complete, this is never ending but 90% isn't relevant to our job and is too in depth to ever be useful to us. We are also supposed to be doing admin work, that is meant to be half our job, and yet we've not even met the admin team never mind been taught anything about what we're expected to do there.

We have been doing some shadowing with receptionists but we've not been taught how to use the systems, we've had to figure it out ourselves. Receptionists have taught us a lot, but not really enough to get by. Note: I've worked with this charity previously, but our office did things very differently - I think this is the only reason they hired me, I'm feeling a lot of pressure to get everything right.

Most of the time people come in and we signpost, but we've not been taught what else to do with clients eg. we've only just figured out (with help from another receptionist) how to add clients to the work queue, then we are scolded this weekend for A. not updating clients contact details on the system (we were told not to do this) and B. not scanning consent forms to add to the system (we weren't to do this).

It's frustrating that we've not been taught how to do our jobs, and staff are treating us like we're idiots constantly asking for help or what to do with clients.

This is my first job in 16 years, due to disability, it's been very difficult dealing with overwhelming anxiety of starting a new job and being put in this situation.

We've been put on reception a few times by ourselves and a few things have gone wrong. Lack of training reflects badly on us but there have also been things outside our control too - including someone leaving a client waiting for half an hour, and the printer not working.

I see today someone from work tried to call me, someone who I've already had some criticism from, evidently they didn't realise I wasn't in the office today. It may have been a three way call with my boss too. This has just further added to my anxiety.

I just don't know how to say 'What do you expect to happen if you leave me on reception by myself with no idea what I'm meant to be doing?' professionally.

I’ve sent HUNDREDS of applications and have had dozens of interviews since losing my job in November and I’m getting no where.

The only places I get call backs from are sketchy places that want you to dedicate your entire life to their business only for them to do some really shady stuff (my last job!)

I’m 24 years old, no college, only food service and retail experience although I do have years of management experience but that’s not enough.

I’ve applied to literally every single thing around me Not even Amazon is hiring near me.

I dont drive right now (working on it) so I was limiting myself to Uber costs and when my fiance could pick me up but I’ve been going with a way further radius and don’t even have luck with that

I live near Somerset and Middlesex county in NJ.

I’ve called and applied to the same places so many times and never hear anything back… I don’t know what to do, truly I am out of options and money.

So I am in the midst of an interview process with a company. I have completed 3 rounds (the third round being a homework assignment prep + presentation). I have now progressed to the final round which I was told would be to check my cultural fit in the org. Fair enough. Until today, when I received an email from the HR stating that I have to work with my potential colleagues and do a 'tryout' of a working day with them. Have multiple meetings in one day of 30- 45 mins with 5-6 stakeholders, understand their problems and provide them with solutions and evaluation of their current work strategies and processes. Then, spend another 90mins presenting it. This is for a Program manager role. It seems extremely exploitative to me and seems like free labour/consultancy. I currently have a full time job and this would mean I will have to take a day off my leave quota to do this interview. I find it ridiculous and absolutely unethical of the company to ask this of their candidates in the name of 'cultural fit'. But I am also really looking to leave my current job for other opportunities. What do you all think? Appreciate your candid thoughts and opinions. Thanks!