Other - Careers & Employment

2007-12-27 16:27:32 · 9 answers · asked by gigi726 1

I've earned about 60 PTO hours working full time, and at the end of next month I will be dropping down to part time. One manager told me that I would lose my PTO hours once I went to part time...and another manager told me I wouldn't. I wanted to just use them all next month but it's not really an option. I just want to be sure that I won't lose the hours I've earned. I work in California if that makes a difference.

2007-12-27 16:10:38 · 2 answers · asked by jessicakayyy 4

I work in escrow, which is not so good right now due to the situations in the housing sector. I have some college education and make about 50~60K a year on this job. The way it's going, I see myself making little over 40K next year. I need something more stable and with similar pay scale at least. Please no criticisms, negative, and hater answers please. It is what it is and I just need some ideas for a new career without going back to school for lengthy time, which I cannot afford to do due to my circumstances.

2007-12-27 14:58:04 · 15 answers · asked by Passerby 2

When I graduate from college, I'd like to move to a big city in Italy (Rome or Florence) and work.

I am from a small town with one of the smallest crime rates in the nation. My mom is really worried because I will only be 22 when I move. She thinks that it would be dangerous for a young girl like me to move to a big foreign city all alone. (Its like shes afraid I'll get raped or something...) Is the world outside of my small hometown really that dangerous? I am just naive? Please help!

(I am pretty close to fluent in Italian, and I've traveled to Italy a few times, so dont give me that "Life isnt like 'Under the tuscan sun'" and "you dont know what youre getting into" crap. Im pretty independant...)

2007-12-27 14:35:44 · 5 answers · asked by jordan 2

I've been on medical disability for the past 3 1/2 years after working for 6 years and will be looking for a job soon. How do I explain this job gap on a resume? Also, in preparation for getting back to work, I've been volunteering this past year. Do I include this and if so, where?

2007-12-27 11:30:15 · 2 answers · asked by First Lady 7

My boss and I have a very close relationship and have been working together for over one year. What is strange is that he he withholds a lot of information regarding his wife, time they spend together, and his kids from me yet opens up a lot more to his administrative assistant who has only been around for a couple months. Why is this?

2007-12-27 10:09:27 · 6 answers · asked by Jennifer 4

Job 1 is a 20 minute drive, pays good, starts in a little over a week and is just work but not that bad.

Job 2 is a 40 minute drive, pays better, starts in a month from now and is closer to the work I'm looking for.

2007-12-27 09:06:30 · 2 answers · asked by K.S. THiS 3

I know that Its a little late in the game, However I stopped going to college out of pure laziness, and had a pretty good job.... well all good things come to an end... However I am considering going back to school with the hopes of ending up in med school, and ultimately a psychiatrist... of which my mentor is.... wondering if it would be even worth it at this age... 33... any thoughts?

2007-12-27 08:27:49 · 11 answers · asked by William V 2

iam getting alot of applications cuz i know its hard to find a job. i know what people i want for references. once i got their info do i have to ask them again to sign the other applications. i don't want them to sign 10 papers, could i just put down their name on the applications they haven't written on

2007-12-27 08:26:59 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Give an example of a time when you have seen an oppertunity to improve something at work or outside of work, and have acted upon it.

Describe a situation where you have had to deal with a difficult customer/situation. What did you do? What was the outcome?

Any help would be greatly appreciated o_O

2007-12-27 07:13:31 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I currently have a B.S in business just wondering if a post bachelors certificate in another field of business would increase salary? If so by how much

2007-12-27 06:07:50 · 1 answers · asked by tyrellw19 2

would you take a fun traveling job that pays more but would not take you closer towards any of your personal/life goals (eg citylife, masters, career ambitions, wife, etc). Essentially it would put your life on hold and build up your bank account in another state for a year

2007-12-27 05:48:57 · 3 answers · asked by steveo 1

This questions is mainly directed toward those over 30 yrs. of age, who have been responsible for hiring / interviewing new employees at a company.
Would an applicant's visible tattoos influence your decision to hire / reject them? Please state reasons. Thank you!

2007-12-27 05:41:47 · 23 answers · asked by meeting in the aisle 3

I have applied for a supermarket job about 10 times now at 5 different supermarkets. I am 18 years old and I am going to a community college. I have volunteer work experience, and the supermarkets say they will hire anyone who is able to work in the US. These supermarkets were hiring when I applied, and I did qualify for the job.

I was wearing a bottoned down shirt and a nice pair of pants when I handed in the applications and my resume. I also made follow-up phone calls after I applied.

2007-12-27 03:45:30 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I started my online business about four years ago and it's doing very well. So well in fact, that I've thought of opening a little boutique downtown. One problem, I fear jumping in with both feet & leaving my career. I've been there for 10+ years and the benefits are GREAT. However, I know it will kill me to have to hire someone to run "my" business because I have to work elsewear. I'll want to be there, hands on. Suggestions???

2007-12-27 03:42:07 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Okay I'm helping my bf find another job, he's 23, he has been arrested twice. But it is done with all that stuff. He works now at Cross Creek a Restaurant. And is a cook and a cashier, and does just bout everything around there. What would be a good job for him in Jacksonville Florida? Also he only has a High School Diploma.

2007-12-26 12:47:38 · 6 answers · asked by ~FairyDust~ 2

I have been working with my company for a little over a year. It's a great place but not in the area I studied. I don't necessarily want to leave but I found an offering for "the perfect job." I finally sent my resume and cover letter and I have a good shot at it. I respect my co-workers and I don't want to leave them high and dry, but I don't want to say I've applied for this new job, not get the offer then look like a jerk. Do I tell them now, wait for the interview or the offer before I pipe up?

2007-12-26 12:03:21 · 12 answers · asked by treehuggress 1

Im in a pickle. When I first took my current job, my boss said will you come to me in 12 months and say I need more hours or your changing jobs. At the time I said no because I thought I would be able to support myself and get my own home business off the ground.
It didnt go as well as I hoped and now I need another job. Ive been in my current job 12 months and he is a really good boss as we seem to be on the same level. I waited till after xmas to tell him, now i have about 2 and a bit weeks till I start new job. The worst thing he said on Monday he going on holidays in the new year and he thinking of taking extra time off.
Oh Im going to hate this I just know it

2007-12-26 12:01:29 · 11 answers · asked by Comet_Strike 2

and what kind of questions should I expect to answer?

This is my first job interview and am a little nervous. PLEASE HELP. Thanks!

2007-12-26 11:36:44 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have had this told to me by a senior, although he didn't say it aloud. So I would like to know what's the best immediate response to such criticism. Thanks.

2007-12-26 11:17:48 · 6 answers · asked by Richard 1

The last week at work before Christmas I had a cold, but I went to work every day regardless. It's now time to go back to work but I either have a new cold, or this one has just stuck with me.

I have a stinking headache, runny nose and a very irritating cough, but on the other hand I have a project to get finished ASAP. I'm a junior web dev and to finish the project I need my.. mentor (not sure what to call him) there to guide me - he usually works Mon-Wed in the office but I'm not sure if he's in tomorrow. I feel that if he is in, I've wasted precious time, but if he's not then there's nothing wasted.

I AM sick, I'm NOT hungover but I feel guilty about not being able to get work done.

What would you do in this situation? Phone in sick or spread the germs.

Ps. The only sick days I've had off were for an operation (signed off by doctor) in Jan and two days where I had to go home from migraines (I showed up for a couple of hours).

2007-12-26 10:20:19 · 8 answers · asked by matt 2

after ten years with aspl tree i was fired for lack of production. i was told after many weeks of harrasment that i was costing them to much money i was [wrote up for doing good job just not enouph of it] i pruduced more than any one when i said i needed to file claim, they turned up the heat on me and when i didn't quit my general foreman said costing them to much money after insulting my inteligents said follow back to parking spot where he said someone else wold be operating my truck the next day and see how that works when i called supervisor next day said that i was fired.i had been to doctors three times for pain in elbow and now tharapy and they also cancelled insurance week before fired. some comments harrasment [have i ever done this before] been doing all my life. i am costing them to much money] after filing claim i am guessing lost safety bonus? never filed claim they fired before could or make that call. ten years with company fired? for?

2007-12-26 10:06:44 · 2 answers · asked by nightrain_7 1

Im at a point in my life where I need to make a career choice instead of just a job choice. I love caring for all people, helping young mothers( I am one myself), talking on the phone, working on the computer. I have my Substitute Teacher Certificate, Early Childhood Education Credentials, Certified in CPR & First Aid, Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate, One Year of College completed, almost 9 months of childcare experience, I was a manager at Burger King, and a team leader at McDonalds. So I have a few things under my belt. I completed all by the age of 23. Im unhappy now because the only jobs that I can get with these Certificates pay anywhere between $7.00-$9.00 and I have twin 3 yr. olds to raise. Oh and I am a single mother if I didnt mention that. I want my daughters to have a good role model and I feel that I am not that yet b/c I dont have a good enough job. I want to find a career to pursue so that I will know what to go back to school for. Please help with!!!

2007-12-26 09:24:15 · 8 answers · asked by butta_fly27889 1

I have been an executive assistant at this company for a year. The company is not doing well and are about to go through a second round of lay-offs. They laid a lot of people off last year, and then I was hired interestingly enough. My boss said it was no reflection of my performance, and he is willing to give me a good reference. I'm only 21, and I'm going back to school next week actually, so I'll need to look for another job during this stressful time... Is this a big deal? Will this look bad to future employers (because I think this would be an important job to add to my resume), or do they view a lay-off just as they would view someone deciding to change jobs?

And also, am I supposed to apply for unemployment? How does all of this work?

2007-12-26 08:00:08 · 12 answers · asked by SJ 2

does or has anyone know of or has actually done a work at home job that was free to start yet you actually were able to consider that your source of income? and did / can you earn enough money doing that job to pay your bills, buy food, etc.

2007-12-26 07:33:18 · 7 answers · asked by lra 1

i really need some advice, im 19 and have been applying to jobs for about 2 years, after leaving college in june i've applied to over 100 jobs, i've lost count, but i cant understand why no one will give me a chance, im not a bad kid and work really hard for what i have, the way i look has nothing to do with this as i hardly ever even get an interview
my CV has been checked by a professional who says it's fine
any advice on finding work?
i cant believe how hard this is, i have friends who have 2-3 jobs, yet i cant even get 1

2007-12-26 06:39:06 · 16 answers · asked by Secret Lemonade Drinker 5

Right now I'm technically own my on but most decision I make have outside help. Now I'm moving state to state and it's all me by myself. How should I go sbout securing a job, place to live all the while trying to get into school?

2007-12-26 06:00:24 · 2 answers · asked by own my on 1

I am almost 15 years old, and I want to get a job. My parents have given me permission and we are currently filling out the correct permission forms etc. however I am not quite sure where I can apply. I will do almost anything except babysitting (I'm not good with kids). Does anyone have some suggestions?

2007-12-26 05:11:07 · 9 answers · asked by Emilia 3

I have a bachelor degree in computer science and I am ITIL certified. The only sources I found that claim that certifications are useful to improve job conditions are edutacion related, so their opinion is biased.
Have any of you gotten a raise, promotion or a better job because you got certified on knowledge you already have?
I find that my experience is more valuable (and cheaper to get).

The people I know and admire for the way they have progress on their professional world don't even have a bachellor degree and today they hold Senior Management mositions. They actually do badly on a training environment.

2007-12-26 03:18:01 · 4 answers · asked by DeeDee1308 2

started a new job a month ago, didn't go in one day because I was ill, and today I didn't go in because of he holiday travel and was extremely tired. My manager was disappointed, she said she was kinda counting on me. She called me back and told he to sit tight because the office is very quiet and that she will see me tomorrow.
should I be worried

2007-12-26 03:11:31 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous