I hired a mid-level producer about six months ago who has continuously been dropping the ball. I’ve tried delivering feedback in our casual 1:1s but nothing seems to stick. I’m thinking now they may not be equipped to handle the job in general, which I blame myself as I hired this person. Today I’m about to sit down with them formally, go through a total list of grievances, and have a “come to Jesus” moment I suppose. Any advice how I can approach this in the most empathetic/kind way possible?

A couple weeks into a new gig, and just sent an email to the client when I shouldn't have. Cue me frantically recalling the email, but didn't get client side confirmations.

For freelancer that work with multiple clients at once. Do you have any tools to manage calendars across different emails? Ideally, when I get a meeting invite from one client it would block my availability on my other accounts.

About to start back in consulting and my IVF cycle is kicking off as well. How would you recommend broaching the topic with the lead office partner?

If you were attracted to a subordinate coworker would you by all means try to avoid being placed on same engagement team to avoid obvious or put more effort and request that they be put on your team?

This executive I support has given me an e-gift card for the 3rd time in the past 5 months. Each gift card is $300.

I had already told him monetary awards were not necessary as the "thank-you" and words of appreciation were enough for me.

Is it normal to receive such large monetary awards? I think 50~100 is acceptable

Hooked up with a manager form different line of service and now I came to know he is joining my team.

Hi everyone, have a noob question here. When did you share the pregnancy news with your employer? Not sure when it’s optimal to do that. :)

My colleague is going on maternity leave for 4 months and I was asked to cover some of her projects which are step up in responsibility than what I’m currently operating at. Some peers have suggested I ask for a raise to accommodate this but I’m not sure I agree as I’m only covering her while she’s out? What are others thoughts about this?

Do you shoe check others at the office?

What does everyone wear for client meetings in a WFH setting

Working for a senior who is beyond horrible. She talks to you like you’re stupid and makes it sound like you’re absolutely terrible at what you’re doing. She’s made 5 other associates cry during her 5 year career. Got someone fired and made another person quit. It’s known around the office that she can no longer have a female associate, because she talks down to females more than she does males. I came along and thought I could deal with it but she literally makes me want to not log on tomorrow.

There’s no reason you have to put up with a job you hate. I spent many years working in a toxic environment with a boss who gossiped and lead through fear. He wasn’t really much of a leader but basically a foreman. And he could make my existence miserable. I admit that it wasn’t easy to find another job but the bottom line is: trust your guts. If you feel something is wrong it’s because it probably is. Don’t second guess yourself. Look for options and and fight for your mental health.

What do you do for winter shoes and commuting?

I walk a total ~20 mins in between train/bus stations and then getting from the stop in the loop to the office.

What do I do come wintertime for boots? Do you wear them while you're in the office? Or do you bring dress shoes with you to change in to? I wear a suit to work, so what boots would be good for winter but also look decent with a suit? This is my first winter in Chicago (a socal transplant)

Can’t tell if I’m developing crushes on my coworkers only because they’re the only people I interact with (on zoom) in quarantine 😬

has anyone dealt with an unfair PIP at work before and survived?

I’m dealing with a difficult management situation and don’t know what to do, how would you report someone when nobody really cares what’s going on or is automatically going to side with the other person?

Starting a new fully remote role Monday with a leader that has never had their own admin, let alone an exec assistant. Any suggestions for developing the relationship or training them to properly use an exec assistant?

3rd week on the job, a guy 2 levels below me came into my office and started the conversation with "let me lend you a piece of advice...". As expected, it was not useful advice, he was just a douche.

How do you handle people’s kids showing up on video meetings? Screaming, kicking, hamming it up, (wasting time.) Everyone else is coo-ing…I’m not a kids person. Heard a technique which is to drop off the call bc you “assume the call is over” (which seems like a great way to get fired especially if it’s a way higher up’s kids - plus it feels rather passive aggressive.) Thoughts?

Anybody have experience neutralizing or even co-opting powerful skeptics? My team is in the cross hairs of a major player with an axe to grind. I am trying to speak their language and frame my team’s value in terms they value but I still feel extremely vulnerable.

Hi, anyone here working in Lululemon Bangalore?

Can your spouse be employed in Google and getting RSUs?

Kpi reply krta b h is group me
Techm need NPS account from kotak only
How to open a new one.

£200 for WFH equipment , what are you fishes getting

How do you tackle ignorant managers and favoritism in the team ?

Does anyone know the starting salary for Jackson Lewis in the firm's Connecticut office, as well as the billable hours requirement?

I am a Business Analyst. I have 10 years of working experience in India. In May 2022 I will complete MSc Business Analytics from Maynooth university.
In the past I have lead a team of analyst performing multiple activities like sales analytics, web analytics on Google analytics, I have also worked as a scrum master in certain projects
I have worked with tools like tableau, power BI and now alteryx any suggestions for the job role I should look forward to?

I am curious how Onesource Income tax stacks up against it's competition.

What is the Expected Salary for 12 yoe Java aws developer?

What’s an appropriate rate to charge per word for a publication like VentureBeat or TechCrunch?

To my fellow ladies, how do you all manage to look impeccable at the office every day? I struggle to put on a clean outfit every day

For folks that went from big law to DOJ or SEC as a junior to mid level attorney, was it difficult to get traction on your applications? How long were you applying before you got bites on your resume?

Had a fabulous meeting with an agency recruiter who was already talking about flying me out. Radio silence for two weeks. I’ve followed up and everything. Is it a lost cause?

Anyone know the best way to approach David Miami agency?

I’m 30. My friends’ weddings are piling up and I’m just... still very much single. Feel like it’s acceptable in NYC but also sorta depressing. Dating is hard.

I’m tired of the arrogance and male techno-superiority. Where are the humans with feelings, vulnerability, joy in all of this?

Sometimes I don't uphold the company mission 😱

I just want to go home and eat cheese.

Since disconnecting with past stories my reality has drastically bent. My stories programmed my reality, attracting what I told myself I was/wasn't.

Breakfast food is so much better and energizing at lunch (11:30 - 12:30) than it is early in the morning.

I’ve been using other people’s stock site logins for years from 3+ jobs ago

"This program needs more proper documentation!"

In front of folks who don't understand code, you think you look smart. In front of those who know code - you're an idiot covering your incompetency.

I ordered dinner with wine at the airport. They brought me two glasses. Said it was my lucky day.

I deserved it anyway

I didn’t make dalgona coffee when it was a trend earlier in quarantine and I’m not sure if I missed out on anything...

My partner refuses to flatulate during waking hours around me. I feel this lack of intimacy is cause for alarm. I calmly mentioned my concerns and she doesn't feel comfortable speaking about the subject. Any suggestions?

A couple weeks into a new gig, and just sent an email to the client when I shouldn't have. Cue me frantically recalling the email, but didn't get client side confirmations.

I’m struggling. I left an agency I liked last year due to growth limitations and since then I’ve worked at 2 different agencies and can’t seem to find my footing. The first one seemed like a good fit at first but then it turned out to not be the best place for me so I left. At my current agency I feel super undervalued. I’m always raising my hand and offering to help where I can and no matter what I do, I don’t feel utilized or valued or part of the team.It’s really taken a toll on my confidence

In Soviet Russia, bathroom smell YOU

It makes me intensely uncomfortable when I hear people who should know better misusing the word “myself.” As in “please cc Kate and myself on your email.”

Parents - do any of you truly regret having kids?

So inquiring minds need to know. What happened to kevin ?

Very lucky to have a job. Our team of 9 creatives is now 3. I’m working 12-14 hours with a young child who needs me. Salary cuts to come. I just keep thinking, “The best way out is always through”.

I left my job without having anything else lined up otherwise I would have had a mental breakdown. I’m not even in that great of a financial place, but it was my job or my sanity. I know at least three other people who, in the past few months, have left with nothing lined up. I feel like it’s something we need to be talking more about. This isn’t normal for people to be doing this right?

I’m white.. and a man. Shhh, don’t tell anyone.