Recent questions tagged employment

Description : Which household chore are you so good at that you could be successfully employed doing it, if you wanted to?

Last Answer : For myself, I used to always say house cleaning. For years, I would spend every Saturday scrubbing the inside of my house, from top to bottom, all day - and, I really enjoyed it. More recently though, I ... almost daily. I could easily be the best worker at a laundry-mat, or maybe even run my own.

Description : Is this a reasonable request regarding paid time off for a part-time employee?

Last Answer : You are part time. I would expect your employer to let you schedule vacation time (so you are not in the office on your regular schedule) but not pay you. Paid Time Off (PTO) usually applies to employees working more than 25 hours a week.

Description : Is anyone familiar with Vector, and if so, could you help me?

Last Answer : Is this them? link If so, it’s selling knives and forks. Doesn’t seem to be anything more than a viral marketing sales job. But there are a zillion companies named Vector.

Description : Employee Grievance Handling?

Last Answer : Do you have a union at your place of work? If so, the shop steward would be the person to approach.

Description : Should undesirable tasks, such as cleaning, be a specialized job?

Last Answer : So let’s ask the question: Would you pay someone $25—$30 an hour to sweep your floor?

Description : Should I fess up to a mistake I made over a year ago?

Last Answer : I wanted to also mention she does have the same access to view social security numbers and addresses if she wanted to. She might have access to everyone's salary as well but not able to pull it as ... on report. I can at the click of a couple buttons versus she will look up each person individually.

Description : Is it selfish if I request vacation time with family if it's during a busy time at work?

Last Answer : Not a problem if you gave warning that family Is first when you applied for the job. What is the understanding between you and your boss? Best to give your boss plenty warning to hire a temp for your leave.

Description : Will a byproduct of a Trump administration immigration policy lead to a need for more homegrown Hi-Tech jobs?

Last Answer : *Drumpf Regime

Description : Even pay across the board, would that finally make people happy?

Last Answer : No. You’d have people bitching that they worked way harder and are educated way more, but still earn the same as some dimvit with no school and knowledge whatsoever.

Description : Is it a bad idea to make two big purchases (monthly payments) at once?

Last Answer : Since the car is still running, why not do the apartment getting and settling in first and then see how you make out before buying a new car?

Description : Is it bad to go to a doctor appointment while on a probationary period at a new job?

Last Answer : Take care of yourself.

Description : How soon should I give my job notice I am leaving?

Last Answer : If it were me I’d give notice right away. Still work out to the one week and three day point after the vacation ideally if you want them as a reference. They can start searching to fill your spot immediately.

Description : Should the government be looking at incentives to maintain a labor demand?

Last Answer : No. They should promote and retrain people for better jobs. A human is more useful now then in the past. A higher wage should reflect that. I think high school should be mandatory as well as the first ... . They should change the adult age cap at 25 to vote and drink and to get free education .

Description : Should I apply for another job since I've been a temp for a year?

Last Answer : I would go ahead and start looking now. It always seems easier to find a job when you have a job. You also can be a little more picky since you won't be desperate to get just any job. In ... give him an ultimatum. Don't even tell him you are looking elsewhere. You may find yourself without a job.

Description : Why does New Jersey ban self-serve gas stations, and do you agree or disagree with the results?

Last Answer : answer:We ban them in Oregon. The price argument doesn't really hold a lot of water since I have never seen any sort of argument that reflects it (that isn't massively biased). You can shoot two ... is pretty much that people should know how to pump their own. Which is valid, just sort of naive.

Description : Should felons (rapists and murderers) get a second chance at a job?

Last Answer : answer:If they've been to gaol and served their time, then yes, they should be able to get a job and move on with their lives. That's how our system works. You're given a sentence, you ... matter) but someone with a criminal history would not get a permit to work with children or in some jobs.

Description : If you lost your job tomorrow how long would it take for you to get evicted and be homeless?

Last Answer : 29 days. Or till the end of the month.

Description : Should I still look for other work if I accepted a temp-to-hire position?

Last Answer : Also, do most places wait until you’re completely permanent until your vacation/sick time off hours start accruing??

Description : Should I correct myself if I responded to a recruiter with a mistake in grammar?

Last Answer : answer:It can’t hurt, even though it is a minor issue. (“Is this really that big a mistake?”…The “of” is incorrect and unnecessary even though you will see this a lot. That doesn’t make it proper usage)

Description : Would you take a "fun" job that offers little flexibility?

Last Answer : answer:I worked in retail, which had a crazy-ish schedule and it had more flexibility not less than a typical M-F 9-5 job. Maybe I don't understand that part. I liked a crazy schedule when I ... weekend without having to take a vacation day. You say docked points if your late, what are the points?

Description : Why would an employer back out of a job offer at the last second?

Last Answer : I had a hotel job last year for only a few weeks. I don't work there anymore, but neither resigned nor got fired. They just stopped hiring me without explanation. After I hadn't gotten a ... don't really care at this point. They were very passive aggressive people. What does incompatibility mean?

Description : How do I handle the depression that inevitably comes from unemployment?

Last Answer : 1st of all you must get out of your head the notion that your worth has anything to do with your job. Next you must change your attitude regarding being fired. Whenever I was fired from the myriad jobs ... fired from, I always felt elation as I walked away from the clowns for whom I had once worked.

Description : Did I really get laid off due to funds?

Last Answer : Who knows but it doesn’t sound like you’re that upset. If your boss said you could use him as a reference, that’s a good thing.

Description : What small businesses are profitable?

Last Answer : In the late nineties, I worked at a 100+ year-old picture framing and art gallery. The owners (husband and wife team) offered to sell it to me when they retired soon. I loved the place. I was ... considering she was there seven-days-a-week and he worked a second job as a teacher to make ends meet.

Description : Can job hopping be justified (please read details)

Last Answer : My husband had 5 jobs in three years but was only terminated/laid off once. He left all of the other jobs because he was offered a better one. He's had 7 jobs total (at the age of 24), ... find out what you want to do and there's upward movement occurring. Big gaps of unemployment are a bad thing.

Description : Why does the U.S government subsidize fast food companies?

Last Answer : Yet another reason not to eat that shit

Description : Would you be willing to purchase products from companies that treat their workers this poorly?

Last Answer : I never buy anything from the slavers at Amazon. I do, however, often buy necessaries at the local Walmart.

Description : Do you think it can ever be justifiable to ask the person interviewing you for job about salary?

Last Answer : The only exception I can think of is if the interview goes so well they offer you the job, then you will want to ask about salary.

Description : What is the highest promotion or position that one can attain from working as an fast food cashier?

Last Answer : My husband has an acquaintence that began as a fry cook at McDonald’s when she was 16. Almost 30 years later she owns several franchises, is sitting pretty on a comfy retirement account, and has put four children through college.

Description : What to do if offered job and have a planned vacation?

Last Answer : answer:It's definitely the professional, well-mannered thing to do, to let your prospective employer know of any pre-arranged responsibilities you have. No, you don't have to tell them why. Just let them know ... from date-X to date-Y. They will let you know what arrangements will need to be made.

Description : Is it wise to quit a job if you don't even have an offer letter?

Last Answer : I would wait although since you are doing an unpaid internship, you could tell them informally that this is likely to occur. On the other hand, you could wait until next week since there are three weeks left.

Description : Do you give 1-2 wk notice quitting an unpaid internship?

Last Answer : I would give them as much notice as you can. Since it’s unpaid I don’t see any problem telling them about your interview. They should be happy for you.

Description : How to get a job after 5 years of staying home?

Last Answer : answer:Remember that you don't have to say why you have been out of the workforce, no need to tell about PTSD or health or your husband's health. Just, I am now able to re-enter the workforce, ... job in a similar position would work well for you, and provide a means to move up quickly. Good luck!

Description : Lack of professionalism during interview, red flag?

Last Answer : What was the rude lady’s position in the firm? How closely will she be working with you? It was definitely unprofessional but I wouldn’t let it queer you on the job unless she will be your supervisor.

Description : Why don't recruiters call like they say they will?

Last Answer : Can you call or email him and just make sure you had the correct date, etc…? Everyone gets busy or something, don’t sweat it yet.

Description : When is it too far to commute to work?

Last Answer : answer:I did a commute that was over an hour each way (about 40 miles each way) for about a decade before they moved my role to a home office. I used to wake up every day at 5am, was at the ... that or longer but my quality of life now that I don't have that lengthy commute every day is sure better.

Description : Is it ok to bring up promotions in an interview?

Last Answer : answer:I'd advise against it (actual mileage may vary). Sitting on the other side of the table, the employer might infer a lack of interest on your part in the position for which you're ... opportunities for you to explore potential growth; but I'd advise to get your feet firmly planted first.

Description : What's the point of urine testing to get a job?

Last Answer : Perhaps it’s to make sure that you can pass… urine, at least.

Description : What if you were offered different positions at a company you want?

Last Answer : answer:I've taken quite a few temporary positions in my career. Some have led to permanent positions. From my experience, there may be several options: if the agency temp job is a contract position ( ... another. No one in management should see that as a bad move. Congratulations and best of luck.

Description : How to answer "Give an example of logical thinking to solve a problem?"?

Last Answer : What kind of job? Say what you usually would do if you were in a difficult situation. Would you step right in and take care of it? Would you calm people down first? Would you get help immediately? Depends on your job, really.

Description : When looking for a new job while still employed, what are some ways that a prospective company can confirm your current employment without contacting your employer?

Last Answer : Copy of your pay check or W-2.

Description : Is there any such thing as a malpractice employment attorney?

Last Answer : Look up “labor lawyers” for your state. Most lawyers will work for you for a percentage of the settlement.

Description : I'm the type of person who prefers to operate with a set of rules. What type of job would you recommend?

Last Answer : answer:Law enforcement? Banking? Government? Well, those are jobs that involve strict rules, in theory, but people will always ask for special treatment from you. And people always want to break the rules. Try accounting – you work mostly independently.

Description : What is a good entry level job for a transgendered introvert?

Last Answer : Have you considerd a call center job? You will learn a lot about different industries doing that.

Description : Have you been able to "stick it to the man"?

Last Answer : I never wore jeans on jeans day. Eventually the hot girl from process improvement asked me why I never did. I told her I wasn’t a monkey for management to make dance when they wanted to feel “cool” and “with it”.

Description : How can I use up my sick hours without being sick?

Last Answer : It’s time to do some research on how the company you work for looks upon sick time. Some might treat it as a benefit, while others do not. In the latter case, it means that if you aren’t sick or on medical leave, it cannot be used for any other purpose.

Description : Should I tell my boss what I think of his business ideas?

Last Answer : Can you think of a positive way to tell him what would work better?

Description : Can employer disclose failure of drug test?

Last Answer : Nope, they can’t really say that… but there’s other ways to get that sort of message across, so just be ever vigilant, and stop failing drug screens!

Description : Do employees who are parents get special treatment?

Last Answer : Not in my experience—and I’ve been around a long time. I would say in union shops, especially, the answer would be no. Also, it’s a bit idiotic to expect the same result when the need is to care for a child as a dog.

Description : How to teach a kid to be job-friendly...give me some easy steps, please?

Last Answer : When you say lives “here”, do you mean with you, in your house? Or in the general area? Because if he doesn’t live with you, I’m not sure there’s any way to make him listen to you. It’s up to him to decide whose advice he takes.