HR Jobs & Advice

A candidate asked about pay progression and was told, “We do not really discuss that.” Later, we wondered why retention was poor. Silence creates more problems than transparency. What conversations do… more

What’s a common HR myth you hear all the time that just isn’t true?

Hello All. What is the culture at Salesforce Atlanta, GA

A honest answer ,how’s your job treating you rn and what you’re current situation?

Anyone else feel like HR wears about 10 different hats in one day? Which one do you spend the most time in?

I was asked to step in because someone was “underperforming.” When I asked what feedback they had received, the answer was “none, really.” Six months later, it had become a formal issue. I often wonde… more

What’s the best piece of HR advice you’ve received that you still use today?

I supported a return-to-work meeting today where the employee kept apologising for being ill. I don't think she should be back still! That bothered me more than anything else. No one should feel g… more

I have been out of work since late November. In that time, I've seen ONE director level position open in my area. I did not get that job. I've been hesitant to take a step back in my career, b… more

How is your organisation approaching AI in HR (recruitment, performance management, learning, etc.) and what challenges are you seeing so far?

What AI recruitment tools do you recommend? We haven't had much luck with these tools yet.

What practical tips would you recommend to help candidates prepare for interviews and succeed?

I caught myself saying “this is a safe space” and immediately thought about how hard it is to actually make that true. Trust is built quietly and lost fast. What makes a workplace conversation feel ge… more

I’m starting at Capgemini in a few months, my start date is at the start of the month. I’ll be working in a HR based support role.

How does your first salary work? Do you get paid for the whole month?… more

Looking for advice:

If you received two offers for very similar HR roles you feel confident doing, how would you choose?

Option 1: Higher pay, leadership opportunity promised in ~6 months, but high turnover, multi-site travel,… more

I had a manager ask me if we could “just rewrite” a job description after candidates had already applied. Same role, different expectations apparently. Recruitment does not work like a draft email. Ho… more

Do you ever get paranoid at work that somebody will learn about the podcast or music you’re listening to? Like your earbuds will fall out and someone will hear your music? As someone who listens to a … more

I am an HR Officer and currently struggling with my mental health (diagnosed yrs ago). Is it too much to ask if my doctors are recommending me to be on remote work? For context, my arrangement is onsi… more

How are you guys handling the hopelessness that comes with constant rejection and ghosting? I've been job hunting for seven months and it's been nothing but heartbreak.

When preparing for HR interviews, what interview questions are coming up most often for HR roles, and what makes a strong answer?

I’m currently exploring new HR opportunities and would really appreciate any advice on CVs or interview preparation. What are the key things recruiters look for at the moment, and are there any common… more

I am actively updating my resume and cover letter to return to work after taking the past 9 years off to focus on raising my kids. I'm really struggling with the resume building piece of this. I … more

I had a candidate apologise three times for asking about flexibility in an interview. I told them it was a fair question. It made me wonder why people still feel guilty for wanting balance. What quest… more

I arrived 10 minutes early to a job interview yesterday, but the interviewer had me wait 45 minutes before he came and got me for the interview. Pretty rude, right? I almost walked out. How long would… more

Just curious. I was caught in a layoff as a Sr. Technical Sourcer for Semiconductors...looking to change it up to something else...any idea how to do this? I have been applying for positions; however… more

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given for preparing for interviews and if this has helped you etc?

What’s one small change in a job posting that instantly makes you more likely to apply?

Do you get a little hint of a red flag when a candidate immediately accepts a job offer without having to think about it or inquire about salary negotiations? Like, why so eager?

Someone came to me saying they felt burnt out already. Two weeks into the year. That one stayed with me. How do you spot early burnout in your teams?

Have you ever been desperate enough for a job to pay someone you met on LinkedIn for a referral? Because I'm at that point. How much do you think I should offer them for the referral?

How do you sniff out what a company's culture is like in an interview? I'm looking for the right questions to ask.

I walked into work feeling organised and left with three “quick chats,” two calendar invites I did not send, and one situation that somehow became my responsibility. Mid-January has a talent for humbl… more

I have placed my career on hold for the past 11 years to stay at home with the kiddos and have been working on restarting my career this past few months but have yet to score an interview. I moved to … more

Has anyone in the US market worked with a career coach that they felt was a good investment? My current company/role has gone off the rails and pulled me into a position that is not aligned with my career g… more

I had a manager say, “Can we fast-track this?” about a people issue that really needed care, not speed. urgency can be dangerous. How do you slow things down when everyone wants quick fixes??... These… more