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I’m looking for some advice. Unfortunately 60 days into my new role I was let go due to “performance”. I believe it was due to other reasons but that’s neither here or there. Prior to this… more

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Does logging onto LinkedIn stress anyone else out lately? Every time I open that app I see so many posts of people saying something like, "sadly, I was a victim of layoffs today." All of thi… more

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I've applied to over 75 jobs over the past three months and I haven't landed a single interview. I have been working in HR for 12 years, and I still can't land an interview. What is going … more

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😡What do you hate most about your job search?

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Searching for something I can do from home while caring for my parent who has dementia. Any suggestions??

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How many on average applications are currently unemployed job seekers applyinh to. I’m leveraging AI but I also want myself to come across in my resume and LinkedIn. It takes a lot of effort to spend … more

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Has anyone else noticed an uptick in parents driving their adult children to interviews or worse, sitting in? I’ve had at least three parents this year arrive with their kids and want to join the interview.

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What is your company's official bereavement leave policy? I just started a new job, and their policy allows for two days if your spouse, child, sibling, or parent passes. One day for grandparent, … more

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How much are y’all using AI in your day-to-day? I had a phone screen with a recruiter about an HR/Talent role, and was asked how I use AI in my daily workflows. I think I’ve exhausted all the differen… more

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How much effort is everyone putting into their cover letters? I'm assuming a real person will never read my cover letter, so I've been stuffing mine with phrases I think AI screening tools wan… more

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I’m preparing for a second-round interview with Metrolinx for a Health & Wellness Consultant role. Recruiter mentioned the next stage will involve a panel interview and a case study, but I don’t have details yet o… more

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I am seeking advice on entering HR without work experience. I hold a BCom and a CIPD-accredited MSc in HRM from Aston University (Jan 2026), with Excel and Python skills. I have been applying for H… more

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Hi everyone,
I’m seeking a new opportunity as an HRBP or HR Manager/Director. I have over 20 years of progressive experience in various industries and multi-state, multi-site companies. Looking for Long Isla… more

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What is your organization's policy when terminating employees? Do you give them a reason or just say you're exercising your state's right to work law and refuse to give more details?

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Has anyone worked at Crown Asset Management in Duluth, GA? How do they treat their employees?

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I’ve been applying for jobs nonstop for 2 months, tailoring my resume, writing custom materials, and following up when I can, but I’ve only had a handful of interviews. I’m feeling discouraged and hon… more

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I’ve built my experience across foster care, reentry work with formerly incarcerated individuals, and as a behavior intervention specialist, all while supporting at-risk youth. Currently, I serve as a… more

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I was part of a firm wide layoff in February. After 100+ applications and a handful of first round interviews, I finally have a second interview with a company and it’s in person. It is a new position called Peop… more

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Over 2.5 years and 100+ interviews in BC for TA roles, the pattern is consistent: I reach final rounds, and the hire goes to a female candidate or someone from a specific regional background. Even referrers confi… more

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I am new MBA graduate who has prior experience in HR but not from Canada. Applying for Admin jobs is not getting any luck. Now i am thinking of learning payroll and applying for payroll jobs (no prior payroll exp… more

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Has anyone experienced any issues with scams applying for jobs on LinkedIn? I updated my LinkedIn profile and used the “Open to Work” banner and within 10 minutes, two recruiters messaged me asking me… more

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I’m planning to take the SHRM‑CP exam soon and I’m trying to find good study materials without spending too much. If anyone has recommendations for budget‑friendly courses, used materials, or onli… more

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Anybody noticing most of the current jobs being posted lean more HR director/HR Manager level roles versus mid-level or early career? Definitely challenging when you have the skills and potential but … more

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Hello,
I’m Toronto-based with 3–4 months of recruiting experience and no formal HR education yet (planning to study in 2027).

Looking for guidance on:
• Master’s vs PG Certificate in HR — which is better?
• Key skills employers expect for e… more

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Sat in on an interview process recently, and honestly it was tougher than I expected.

Not because of the candidates, but because of how some of them were talked about during our post interview evaluations. At times it felt li… more

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Well after committing to 1,678 hours of job search within the past 11 months, 5-6 interviews all the way to 3rd and 4th round I am done. Just finished another marathon interview and it was only for an… more

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This is going to ruffle some feathers in my field but we're in dire times. As a leader in HR I have moved through companies of all sizes. From corporate to non-profit, I've trained both c-suites and board… more

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Hi everyone! I am currently trying to transition careers into the Human Resources world from the mental health field. I have a B.S. in Psychology and a M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I … more

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Where is the boundary for bullying and harassment? There's a clear trend when hiring admin or management. Initially, the tenured employees think the new hire is great, but after 2 to 3 months, tha… more

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Anyone recently let go due to “not meeting expectations”? It sounds like that’s a popular reason lately. if so, were you also told you were ineligible for rehire? I had no idea that was policy. Did I … more

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Thoughts on candidates who type their cover letters into the body of an email instead of sending it as an attachment?

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It’s been a while I’ve been trying to find a remote HR Administrator or HR Assistant role but am still waiting for a positive response. I hold an MBAs in HRM and Strategic Management, and I have hands… more

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Happy Good Friday! Did your employer give you the day off?

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I work Monday, Wednesday, Thursday afternoon, Friday, and Saturday while attending school on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings, with a three-hour daily commute. I have approved Sundays off for a consiste… more

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Is this a red flag for you? You offer a job to someone, you ask them when they can start, they say ASAP. So, you then ask, don't you need to give your current employer notice? They say no, they… more

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Hi, I recently resigned from my position as a Human Resource professional. During my time in the role, I consistently delivered my best performance; however, the scope of responsibilities often extended beyond my core job de… more

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Can I get rehired if I was fired by a crypto exchange 3 years ago due to dual employment?

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Does MEXC have an inner employee blacklist?

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Happy easter... but I left work this week feeling heavier than usual. Not because of tasks, but because of conversations. Money worries. Safety worries. Job worries. HR holds a lot that never makes it… more

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Someone said to me, “I am not struggling at work, I am struggling outside of it.” sis... so am i... so .. am .. i... But the impact shows up at work anyway. We talk a lot about performance, but not en… more

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