how can I get recruiters to just tell me the job’s salary from the start? by Alison Green on November 10, 2022 A reader writes: I am not currently job hunting but am interested in keeping my ear to the ground on salaries across my industry. I frequently receive LinkedIn messages from recruiters with possible job opportunities and an invitation to have a phone call to discuss. Every time, I respond with, “To make sure we’re in […] Read the full article →
is it a bad sign if a company has lots of job vacancies? by Alison Green on September 29, 2022 A reader writes: I live in the southeast but really love the Pacific northwest, so I keep my eyes peeled for job opportunities in that area. Over time, I’ve noticed many job postings for this one particular company. Recently, they’ve listed a position that would be a great opportunity for me and for which I […] Read the full article →
can non-work activities count toward years of work experience? by Alison Green on August 25, 2022 A reader writes: I know that you’ve said before that years of experience in a position is referring specifically to work experience, and that you can’t simply count schoolwork in a related field as such experience. But what about when a job is asking about experience using certain skills that can be relevant outside of […] Read the full article →
do I have any recourse when an employer ghosts me after saying a job offer is coming? by Alison Green on August 4, 2022 A reader writes: I’m really frustrated at the way employers treat potential hires and would like to know if I have any recourse for the way I’ve been treated. Over the last three months, I’ve been interviewing for executive assistant roles. I have made it to the offer stage three times. Each time I meet […] Read the full article →
the mystery of “remote” job listings that aren’t actually remote by Alison Green on June 20, 2022 Amid the boom in remote working spurred by pandemic closures two years ago, job seekers are encountering a frustrating phenomenon: jobs advertised as “remote” when they really aren’t. To the extreme and understandable frustration of job seekers, it’s become quite common for candidates to see a job posting for a role that claims to be […] Read the full article →
why don’t recruiters send me any information on the jobs they’re recruiting me for? by Alison Green on June 6, 2022 A reader writes: I currently work in payroll — a part of HR that is far from glamorous but that everyone has need of. Because of this, I’ve been getting lots of solicitations on LinkedIn about amazing opportunities at other companies, promising competitive pay, excellent benefits, etc. etc.. But all lacking really any specific information […] Read the full article →
I apply for remote jobs … and then it turns out they’re not remote by Alison Green on May 10, 2022 A reader writes: I’m currently applying for jobs and have a combination of skills that seems quite wanted where I live. Therefore, I don’t worry so much about finding a job I can do well and pays a salary I could comfortably live off. But I do worry about finding the right job where I’m […] Read the full article →
jobs that require a time-consuming exercise before you can even apply by Alison Green on May 3, 2022 A reader writes: What are your thoughts on tests that are required as part of a job application? I work in marketing/content creation and even though I have a portfolio of samples of my writing work, I have no qualms about generating new material if an employer is truly considering me for a job. Occasionally […] Read the full article →
how can I find a job in another state without moving there first? by Alison Green on April 19, 2022 A reader writes: I got my master’s degree last year and have been fully immersed in job searching since then. I desperately want to move out of my state and am sending resumes and cover letters all over the country. I have stated clearly on both my resume and cover letter that I am willing […] Read the full article →
how do you learn what types of jobs exist? by Alison Green on April 14, 2022 It’s the Thursday “ask the readers” question. A reader writes: When you’re trying to make a major career pivot, how do you even learn what sort of jobs are out there? For context: In 2014, I enrolled in a seven-year grad program with the goal of becoming a college professor. I was passionate about teaching, […] Read the full article →