The Worklife Bowl

I got interview yesterday, it was short and manager said he would email me contract later and ask me come next week for 3 hours training. But he ghosted me, didn’t reply my message or send me a contra… more

I need excuses to get out of a mostly non-important meeting I have scheduled in an hour. Does anyone have a good go to excuse for when you need to get out of a meeting? I have a “real” job to do doesn… more

Wfh=sfh (sleep from home)

I feel like my new group of coworkers aren’t really considerate of me compared to my last coworkers. I felt like I was in a culture of belonging and making space to be yourself and now it’s like I hav… more

The World Cup has been about the only thing keeping me sane over the last week. Anyone else watching or at least listening while they work?

Looking for ideas for exit opportunities in tax. NY region. I’ve come up with 1) join a smaller firm 2) family office 3) go private

Am I missing anything?

An ex-employee was sent for an all expense paid international convention,and allowed to take a personal vacation after that. They then went on a Euro trip at their own cost (we pay for the return flight).

When hi… more

Anyone else think it’s so unprofessional how you apply for jobs and never get a reply? If I was to not show up for an interview I would be deemed an unprofessional and unfit candidate and never be con… more

In this job market, it sounds like you don’t get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate. Besides salary, what other things have you negotiated for?

I was recently terminated from DHL. HR refuses to pay me for my last week of work there. What avenues can I pursue to receive my final paycheck?

I know this is not the right "bowl" to post th… more

My new company has such stringent travel booking requirements. I have to take the absolute cheapest flight even if a faster, more convenient option is $5 more. It’s the same way with hotels. My leader… more

Does anyone work at any of the below and can elaborate on their experience:
- Fetch Rewards
-Affirm
-Symetra

After applying to tons of jobs and having lots of interviews for almost 2 years, I finally received a full-time job offer. Just like Dory says in Finding Nemo...just keep swimming, just keep swimming.… more

Hi! can someone probably make it clear(maybe someone was in the same situation), i interviewed at Societe generale, passed all rounds was asked to submit documents and COI. Does it mean i was selected… more

Just at breakfast and the couple next to us was talking loudly about how the American Dream is dead and that the future is bleak. I definitely think there's a lot to change, but it doesn't see… more

What's the realest job opportunity you've been offered without having a degree,. Need some motivation and faith

This is so stupid and immature, but I hate that my boss is always reminding me about other people’s birthday and always forgets mine.

update from my “work is targeting me” post where I got in trouble for following sr direction and put on a pip from a month ago..I have yet to get formal pip docs 4 weeks later, my remediation for the … more

I’m so nervous I landed a position in central billing.But at the same time I’m excited.

I don’t understand why people act like it’s strange to research a company before applying. If I’m giving my time and skills to a job, I’m absolutely checking social media, whatever it takes. Why would… more

So last Tuesday, we had video conference with our site manager and she informed us that our work is up for bidding. My question is so whoever wins the bid, how long does it typically take to transfer?

Recently, I went through a lengthy hiring process. I made it to the final round where I first met with the director and then met with the associate director. What bothering me the most right now is co… more

Do you ever feel like your job would be easier if you had an extra week to get ahead of things instead of constantly fighting fires? Everyone in my org spends so much time reacting to urgent things th… more

Just started a job
Within two days I was told to leave because the manager said he didn't have time to train me.so he told me to leave

I’ve been working somwhere for 3 years, I am now dealing with staff that vape out the back while giving me tasks to do and then criticising my work on group chats, saying it isn’t aimed at anyone when… more

Hey! I work at a bank and I had my annual review with supervisor, I was told that I couldnt learn loans because I didn’t come from a loans background. I am so devastated.

Got a job at Omega protective services a few months ago got fired for not learning. The job within three days was quite devastated. Did not break any rules procedures or protocols and yet they fired m… more

I wanted to ask, my boss asked for all the receipts from this business trip to and I’m assuming he’s talking about the Lyft? Does that include when I by dinner? I don’t want to include things and he’s… more

Been unemployed for pretty much half a year. Worked on and obtained my Provisional CRCST certification. My trouble is always getting my foot in the door. Any advice?

I think half my company (corporate) spent a good chunk of time online shopping today during the day. I think people should feel free to do a few small personal things like that during the work day and… more

Maybe venting or seeking advice....IDK! I had a nice WFH job for over 3 years and left it chasing money and have to drive downtown 4x week. 9 month in now and realize I absolutely hate my job. Same… more

This year has brought a lot of changes, both positive and challenging. One of those changes was moving farther away from my usual summer job. While my school-year position offers Extended School Year … more

Visiting NYC for the first time - coming from Chicago on business. I’ll be in town only Wednesday morning through Thursday evening and staying close to Grand Central. Given I’ll only have Wednesday ev… more

I need to be frank and clear about Glassdoor!

Whenever I see postings about people sharing their work stories and experiences this brings me back to the Facebook days of social media!

Why are people sharing their personal ex… more

I am currently seeking new career opportunities
I have experience as an Administrative Assistant, with a strong background in handling administrative tasks, managing documents, and providing efficient office… more

About to travel for work for the first time in a long time- what are some of your best work trip travel hacks? Is there anything you look for in a hotel to make it easier?