Zadie from Tyler, TX, asks, “Sometimes, I can sense that the people I work with are getting frustrated with me, but I’m not sure why or what I’m doing wrong. I’m feeling pretty indecisive about how to handle these situations.”
Category: Job and Career Advice
How to Reap the Benefits of a Group Interview
Kristine from New York City asks, “I am applying for jobs and have been scheduled to participate in a group interview. What can I expect, and how can I ensure that the interviewers remember me?”
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Attitude Is a Big Dog That Must Be Tamed
Mike from Chicago asks, "My coworker pulled me aside the other day and told me my negativity was bringing everyone down. I can't change my entire personality for them, but are there small things I can do to make our working relationship easier?"
Networking Cards: The Pocket-sized Résumé
Katie from Nashville, TN, asks, “I’m job hunting and attending lots of career fair and networking events. A friend told me I should get business cards to hand out to people, but I don’t know where to start. Can you help me?”
Day to Night: Ways to Ease Your Transition to Shift Work
Max from Albuquerque, NM, asks, “I just received a great job offer in a field I’m interested in, but here’s the catch—it’s a night shift job. I want the position, but working at night would be a big change for me. Any suggestions or advice?”
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Need to Get Away? Tips for Requesting Paid Time Off
Michael from Charlotte, NC, asks, “I just started a new job, and I am nervous about asking for time off, but I would hate to miss my family’s annual beach trip! Do you have any tips to help the conversation with my manager go more smoothly?”
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Work Smarter, Not Harder, Through Active Listening
Jamie from Tulsa, OK, asks, “In our last team meeting, my manager suggested practicing active listening. What does this mean? How does it differ from just listening, and why is it important?”
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Establish Your Support System: Finding a Mentor Who's Great for You
Jon from Manchester, NH, asks, “I have heard it’s good to have a mentor, but I don’t even know where to begin. How do I go about finding a mentor, and what makes a good one?”
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Establish Your Support System: Finding a Mentor Who’s Great for You
Jon from Manchester, NH, asks, “I have heard it’s good to have a mentor, but I don’t even know where to begin. How do I go about finding a mentor, and what makes a good one?”
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Chronological or Functional: Which Résumé Type Will Put Your Best Foot Forward?
Sarah from St. Paul, MN, asks, "I've mostly just filled out job applications before, but now I have to make a résumé for the first time. I guess there are multiple types—how do I know what to use?"
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Happening Now! Virtual Career Fair and Workshops
Goodwill's third annual virtual career fair, is open to job seekers now, and features employers with cross-continent footprints, including Cintas, Dell, C&K, Brickman, RCS, and The University of Phoenix. The virtual career fair uses Intercall, Inc.'s virtual conferencing platform, enabling job seekers to meet with employers and apply for jobs from anywhere.
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Take Age Out of the Equation to Be a Good Manager
Dione from Worcester, MA, asks, "I'm a new manager and the person who will report to me is significantly older than me. How can I make sure this relationship goes smoothly?"
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