The Worklife Bowl

Do people ever actually have success in wrongful termination lawsuits? I feel like I've heard so many stories of companies breaking the law, but I never hear of them being forced to account for th… more

Over 150 job applications…..no one is looking to hire.
I can’t even mention how many jobs I’ve applied knowing perfectly well that I’m overqualified. I’ve even applied to part-time jobs, lower paying jobs, … more

How often do you switch from liking your job to hating it? It’s almost every other day where I go from hoping to stay around for years to wanting to leave. I’ve got a pretty good thing going overall b… more

I've just started a new job (3 days in at a treatment works) but I've just been offered a new job doing hydrometry for an environmental company which I've really wanted to carry on doing.
I'… more

I’m here because I have a phone interview tomorrow for a painter position with a very reputable hospital. My big concern is missing out on this GREAT OPPORTUNITY for a couple reasons 1. My interview 2… more

Is it bad that I wish to leave the current role
for context I've held a manager's position for 5+ Years, climbing from the bottom towards the full-time assistant position that I hold now, du… more

Do you ever wonder in an interview with the other person is truly thinking as they look at your résumé then start blasting you with questions? Do you wonder if they even read your résumé before the in… more

Without negative commentary, but actual constructive criticism PLEASE:
How many would consider hiring a felon?
She has worked so hard to overcome so much, most people would give up on. Her character aft… more

A lot of success comes from being willing to learn publicly.Most people want to appear smart.The best builders want to become smarter.

What’s the point of putting out an application to apply for just to not get hired ? Or for them to tell you that someone already filled the position seriously 😂

After months of searching i finally got a interview but it's at this daycare type of place. Any tips?

Ok y’all here’s the deal. I got out of the Army back in March, started a job as a roofing sales rep. Canvassing door-to-door (terrible I know) and I’m at a point where I can’t see this taking me anywh… more

Hi! i need a Job and Barcelona for me is little. I need go out like EEUU and live there because it’s a dream not a job.

In the Navy, there’s a thing called collecting coins. I’ve been given three coins, but since they were all during the duration of the shittiest command I’ve ever seen I’ve been throwing them in the tr… more

Sometimes it feels like looking busy at work is more important than actually being productive and focusing on the most important things. What’s the most convincing way people look busy at work?

I am currently in maternity leave and I have decided to not go back and focus on home life for the time being. Am I able to concurrently submit my 30 day notice on my last month of maternity leave? Th… more

I've been having an incredibly difficult time finding work in Alberta as a Mechanical EIT Graduate. I'm not getting any callbacks, emails, or any attention. Are there any HR / Recuiters out th… more

Recently, I was let go from a company, saying that they do not want the role anymore, and want me to sign a mutual separation agreement.
They said that my not being put in a PIP and all is an act of ki… more

Hello,
Any recommendations for dealing with bad boss and hostile work environment.
I’m sharing the following 2 experiences
1. Putting me on a performance memo (not a PIP). Memo outlines tasks already completed.
2.… more

No one should be able to obtain a Engineer degree unless they have at least 6-10 years experience in the field they are going into.

I was recently terminated on the spot from my work without any notice even though my employment contract stated 5 week’s notice for both sides, and only received my last week’s paid plus the annual le… more

I was interviewing for a role and knew within 5 minutes of the first interview that I didn’t want the job. Nothing was technically wrong, but the vibe was just off and I’m planning to withdraw. What’s… more

Life as an account manager has it’s upside and downside

Beware of the identity theft masquerading as employment scams. They will imitate a real business and send you a link to upload your ID (and possibly a photo for KYC purposes) in order to advance in th… more

How involved is HR in planning, attending, and working employee holiday parties at your organization? For the past 3yrs, I've coordinated and attended our company Christmas party, and while many e… more

Anyone know the general vibe and work life balance at Allstate? Got a fully remote offer in the risk management area.

I like this, thought I’d share

“5 Times to Choose Silence

Be silent when someone is teaching you something new.

Be silent if you're about to criticise without a solution.

Be silent when your words might add fuel to rumours.

B… more

A month ago, I asked for advice on sales since I wasn't sure it was something I'd be capable of doing.

I just TRIPLED my goal. Wild.

Things that helped the most: having a consistent repeatable process, foc… more

Just started a new job in recruitment last week! My girlfriend started her new job too a week before me .Really enjoying it so far and looking forward to the journey. Me and my girlfriend are thinking… more

Hi everyone
Just wanted to ask a question. People working in Marketing Agency as copywriters.
How many brands do you work on currently and are you the only copywriter for those brands in the agency?

I… more

I am 58 and disabled, I worked for 33.5 years in a company, out of nowhere I was given a RIF for redundancy of work. Sad

Hi my last employer has not given me my mobile phone number back despite having a specific agreement to do so. how can i get it back. has been my number for about 30 years , they were just paying th… more

Hi guys,

Im a 17 year old Round the spalding area, looking for their first job, ive applied for countless jobs by now and still not managed to land so much of an interview. I dont understand what im doing wrong. I… more

I’ve noticed that when someone starts interviewing elsewhere, their behavior often changes before anyone knows what’s going on. What’s the biggest giveaway that a coworker is about to quit?

Going to NYC with my 7yo. First time going not for work. Limiting our time to Times Square/rockefeller center/Central Park. What are some things I should do / see.

I just had a younger coworker get promoted over me because of their “advanced degree”. I’m frustrated because they are lost and always asking me for help. Can you relate? What’s something in your role… more

Is the AI bubble about to pop? It seems like we're reaching the limitations of what it can do and everyone is so fed up with AI Slop. Maybe we're past the novel excitement period and over it.