Female Bosses

Why do some bosses refuse to answer a specific question? If a boss tells an employee to schedule a regular meeting, and the employee asks whether the boss wants a weekly or biweekly meeting, wouldn’t … more

Is there anyone who has been working in non tech role and has switched to a tech role. Tell me what worked for you? What skills and certifications did you acquire to make it happen? Looking for some i… more

How do you communicate about burnout with your manager? What about when you’re aiming for a promotion?

I’m a team of one and have been so for close to 2 years now. I’m a high performer in a pretty specialized role… more

When discharged from a position, does one have the right to an exit interview? I did not contact the HR department about issues with supervisor while I was still employed because I did not trust that she would not retaliate. This company does not allow retaliation, but I feel confident th… more

Anyone work at affirm and willing to give me an internal reference? I found the PERFECT job and I really want them to see my resume.

How do you handle when certain members of your sales teams are dwelling on negativity and bringing others along with them?

I like the company I work for and don’t want to leave. I do not have supportive manger. She is not inhibiting my growth but not in involved in management of her direct reports. I do my job very well. … more

Yay, I'm finally a manager! Now I must end our contract with at least one badly struggling freelancer and find new freelancers/employees.

This means I'm forever telling people their work was not up to our … more

Looking for advice. I have a jr reporting to me, and today we had a virtual group wide meeting (about 25 of us, spread across the US). For a solid third of the meeting only senior management, me, made… more

Accounting folks, I need some wisdom.

I have a friend that works in county government in the accounting department. Started as an accounts receivables - bills and such.

Within 4 weeks, the part time CPA departme… more

I’m applying for a position within my company. They skipped the HR screening interview and sent me directly to the hiring manager, who hadn’t even read (or had) my CV and at the end of the interview s… more

Advice needed: In my current role at a boutique firm I have battled - and have ultimately failed - against a very strong environment of founder syndrome. I’m actively working on my departure, an activ… more

What successful ways you have been able to provide recognition to your employees?

Ideas that were truly appreciated. Outside of compensation/raises.

Hi all- Need advice on how to handle a boss that continuously undermines me. I was brought in specifically due to my wealth of knowledge in an area, my decisions are back by our process and data, bu… more

Looking for advice! I’m creeping on 43, BA in Psychology and was looking to change to a career in Counseling. However, I was promoted to a better position and now I make more than I would entering th… more

A girl should be two things:

WHO and WHAT she wants.

Have a WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY!!

My company was acquired and at current company I’m part of the Executive Team (C Suite without the title) but the new company on paper doesn’t see me that way yet. My company President sent the new co… more

I have the mentor, the legal, the paperwork all in place, I just need to form the LLC and start… but I’m scared. I’m procrastinating. I know it will work and can work, I can see myself becoming so suc… more

First and foremost I am a female, BUT I have a female boss that is not a leader and I need help. I am over worked and she recently received and email due to my lack of bandwidth, I admitted I was at … more

I’m in my mid fifties and toying with a neck lift. I’ve got this genetic waddle thing, and it has worsened with age and REALLY bothers me. I’m struggling with the decision because (1) I always said I … more

I know there have been other posts on this, but was just invited to join Chief - am leaning towards a basic membership - any advice from ladies who have been members either currently or in the past? M… more

Hello ladies, I am looking for some advice. I’ve been dealing with a very toxic manager. I have completely lost my confidence as an employee and just show up everyday almost second guessing all of my … more

What is the best way to ask for a raise when you find out you are being severely underpaid by at least $30k a year for your position and have been doing the job of 3 people?

Would love some advice/ins… more

I’m applying for grad school positions and need help explaining the reason for the dip in my grades during my third year uni. This was due to personal issues which absolutely wrecked my mental health … more

Is it appropriate to ask if a coworker is going to apply for an internal role? This will be consider a promotion for her. I’ve been waiting to join their team and if she applies, their role will open … more

I recently had an interview for an internal promotion. I feel like I botched it and simply just failed to communicate clearly. I focused too much on what others told me I should talk about rather than… more

How long did it take for you to go from an individual contributor role to manager? What did you have to do to get buy in on a promotion?

Has anyone ever been told it’s a boys club and that’s why they don’t treat you as equals with your other bosses? I’m not sure what to do honestly I’m at the point where I want to find a new job but I … more

Planning our team holiday gathering for less than 10 people and would love to hear ideas, whether from the past or what you’re doing. We won’t be celebrating until the 1st week of January because of b… more

I moved 12 hours for a new job and after 2 months I was terminated for having to take a week off because my son got RSV at his daycare. I’m a single mom and don’t have any help at all and don’t have a… more

Have you ever had a company you previously interviewed with reach out to you about a job that hasn’t even been posted yet? If so, what happened?

Experienced Executive Career Advisor here… Offering up any career advice to anyone who wants it! 2024 is around the corner. Fire away with your questions.

Have you faced work trauma that leaves you feeling unwell and apprehensive about joining another company, fearing the possibility of similar scenarios repeating?

For those of you who exited consulting into C-suite or one level under roles, how did you do that? Primarily connections/network? Are there good recruiters focused in that area?

What can you do when you have to work with an old messy sista that is old enough to know better? Happy Friday to everyone smh🤦

I have been married for 4 years. Just found out my in-laws didn't pay anything for our wedding and my parents have paid for the entire ceremony, 15k total. My parents are minimum wage workers unli… more