Newly separated and working on a resume. My former CO said he would give me a good reference. Do they say that to everyone though? I never worked directly with him. Should I just include my direct supervisors?

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As a hiring manager I want to talk to people who worked directly with the candidate, not someone who only knows them as a name. As a candidate, I want to talk to everyone who is going to be a reference for me to make sure we’re aligned in what I want them to highlight about me. So no, I probably wouldn’t use your CO for a job reference. What I might do is ask him to post a brief blurb about me on LinkedIn.

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In my career, I can promise you that not one of my now 7 employers have ever reached out to anyone I worked for/with directly. HR will call another HR dept to make sure I worked there but that’s all. I also as an HM have never had opportunity to reach out to anyone directly nor would it have mattered in the grand scheme as we generally hire on pedigree, skills and eq.

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You should use your CO. While it does not seem like it now in the business world you worked with your CO directly and they were your final approved on all performance evals so they are aware of your accomplishments. Do not over think it military transitions are made harder then they have to be because you worry about credibility, but employers are very rarely aware of the military veterans workload. You operated at a manager level but will most likely only be ready for a specialist job due to this gap of info for civ work culture. Shoot your shot.

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What do I do if I’ve only worked one job (the one I’m currently at) and another company is asking for references? I could do professors from college but not sure if that’s a good idea. I wish I could give my current manager’s contact but I don’t want her knowing :/

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If buy the partners you work with regularly a holiday gift, how much do you spend? Usually I get baked goods or food items which you can’t tell the actual amount spent on. This year, though, I’d like to support local restaurants by encouraging people to order takeout—hence, giving gift cards.

How much is appropriate for a restaurant gift card from an associate to a partner?

Is it okay for reporting manager to already inform my colleagues 1 month before that i have decided to leave the organisation.
I mean this is a very critical information and normally managers only inform when person has 2 weeks left to leave

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Hello fishes, is it a red flag when I'm the ONLY one on my team who's happy with the management, meaning my boss and my boss's boss? Other than the two bosses, we have 6.

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I keep making stupid minor mistakes at work lately presumely cause I’ve been so burnt out, and my senior is constantly mad at me, which made me want to avoid the dirty work even more… I really should care but is it bad that I don’t really care anymore

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I'm feeling a lot of anger towards my manager (now he's acting normal but there were moments where he was condescending/dismissive/mocked my and others work/arrogant/said stuff was "wrong" constantly/belittling the difficulty of tasks etc. in the past project).
Maybe it is "standard chewing out" but it bothered me a lot. So much that I find myself still getting all fired up inside thinking about it...
Idk how to let go of this :/ Thoughts?

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15 YOE, recently started my first tech PR job at a large, stable company & have been asked to get ~20 SMEs in front of media. Subject matter is not sexy. I lead PR for all of U.S. & have no other PR colleagues. My agency’s budget is 100k/year & they’re spread too thin to hit their KPIs. I feel set up to fail & feel we should be focusing on a handful of SMEs and only our sexiest topics. Any advice on mitigating unrealistic expectations for coverage? Anyone handled similar problems in the past?

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My fellow ADHD professionals,
Have you told your employer about your ADHD diagnosis? If you have then how have it benefited you? If you haven’t then why do you think it was the right move not to tell? I’m contemplating if I should tell my employer or not.

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Have you ever snoop through your partner’s phone without them knowing? If so, did you find anything shocking?!

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Is it cool to use slang when with co workers?

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How do you professionally address a noticeable lack of diversity on your team? More than 85% of my team is white or white passing, and of the remaining individuals none are Black, Indigenous, or AAPI.

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Welp! Finally got the axe today too. I didn’t even get to talk to my manager. One of the execs I support told me he’s very sorry and I was great, etc etc, but it couldn’t be avoided. Whatever. I kind of never want to work again. I’m heartbroken.

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Do you tell your boss you’re going through a breakup? I’m phoning it in and obviously going to be camera off for awhile.

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Ladies, do you ever correct students when they write your name as "Mrs"? Do you care? 😂

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Female here and I hate to say it! But whenever I’m pull to a new project I secretly hope I don’t get a female lead. 😞 I had some interesting experiences with women leads, which it does not apply to all women!, but I feel a bit hesitant and I feel is ptsd lol how can I overcome this mentality?! I’m pro women and equally etc etc but I often rather deal with a dude lead Bc we women are so hard on each other. Smh 🤦🏽‍♀️

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Help- my SIL showed me two dresses she rented for my shower, and I think they are super bridal/not very appropriate to wear as a guest or bridesmaid. I have asked others and they agree. I feel like my own outfit, a simple jumpsuit, pales in comparison to how over the top these dresses are. What can I say or do? I feel really down but also don’t want to start WW3 by saying something to her. I feel like I now need to rush to buy a new outfit.

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I think I’m about to get my first experience of getting in trouble with a partner for work that I actually already sent for review and followed up on multiple times (and brought up during calls). Stay tuned… 😑

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Senior revving up to manager promo. Only nervous about one thing at the manager level which is having to answer pointed “Why??” questions from higher up clients on live calls. Any one else work through something like this? I’d appreciate any tips or suggestions as I really suck at dealing with unexpected push back.

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We know some jurisdictions out there still have rules that think the digital age is the same as it was in the 90’s, so with how much work is being done remotely lately, what are your biggest ethics concerns? Have any ridiculous ethics opinions that have made you facepalm at how dated our practice can be sometimes?

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@women in the ME, I’m moving from NYC to Dubai. Is there some things to consider for attire in a business environment or is it the same as in NA? I’m thinking about business travel to other countries like KSA 👀

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Our team is about to recruit and we are trying to live our DEI values. Any tangible actions you can suggest to how we can widen our attractiveness to a more diverse candidates? Applies internally and externally. Thanks for any suggestions.

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Horned up AMA lmao

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Can anyone please tell me Inhand salary pm, I have this offer from LTI

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What is 'Customer Success Team BU' in LTI? Does anyone have any background?

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Any idea if these comp increases will make it to Canada?

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Is the SPHR or PHR license necessary to pivot into human capital? I have a MBA from a Top 15 school. Any thoughts?

Not sure if I am getting laid off. What are some key signs. Thanks in advance for your help?

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Looking for some trusted voices and resources. Who do you follow for D2C Customer Engagement & lifetime value?

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Solana 😭😭😭

I don't own any and it hurts.

Curious in seeing what people's avg cost basis is in this, when you purchased, and why?

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Hi all. Trying to move from the US to France to be with my partner. Anybody able / willing to help provide insight for getting a visa and sponsorship? Which companies are likely to sponsor an American? I have a B2 level of French. Hoping to stay in ESG / sustainability, but willing to be flexible. Thanks!

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Hi Fishes,
What should be the salary for Manager / Sr Manager having 14+ yoe in project/product service operations? I am at 32 lpa which I think is quite low having worked with top consulting firms for close to 12 years.

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I’ve started a new job and though they have a community, it has been stagnant for a long time. Would you face the change directly with a “we’re back!” style post, or just increase the activity without acknowledging the absence?

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How strict is Jio background verification?? My wife has not shown her previous company in CV and now HR has asked to share last 3 months salary slip to release offer letter. Is it fine if she skip this company??

I have seen a million versions of this in the past 20 years... Still love my job! 🙏😀

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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?

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Anyone interviewing with Simon Kucher for healthcare? Let’s chat!

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Hoping for help w/ studying. TRANSACTION CYCLES?? I see inconsistent lists online and in books: (Revenue, Purchasing, Inventory, Payroll) vs (Sales, Purchasing, Payroll, Financing) vs....

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I’m going to apply for my first camera operator job soon. I have a demo reel, but I don’t know how to make my resume look appealing. Can I add unrelated work if some of the soft skills required are the same?

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Chumboogie the 👑 King of the household

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My firm has applied for my L1A visa. If that gets denied, my plan is to travel to Canada and re enter US immediately on B1/B2 visa (already have valid B1/B2 stamp) so that I'll get time to figure out things here in the US (sell my stuff, handle my bank accts etc). Is it possible for me to reenter US on tourist visa?

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Looking to connect with someone who works in the Atlanta area (remote or in person) for questions regarding SIPR. Additionally, if there are individuals in this area that know of resources to use to find places that are hiring (consulting, tech, startup, etc.) in Atlanta specifically, please drop below. FYSA, I have just over 3 YOE (1 consulting, 2 government) and TS level clearance. Thanks!

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My SSBI experience expires next year May, and my investigation is is in adjudication process. What happened my result don’t come back before my investigation expires?

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Anyone find it cute when your co-workers get excited about establishing a "war room"?

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Received bad news from Accenture today. Unsure of what they were looking for. I was referred for on a JMO application.

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Fam, planning to sign up for AASLT as my AT this summer. Ngl, not in best shape currently. How hard is it? How much prep would you recommend?

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I want to buy a new home and then sell my current home after we are moved out. Current home is a VA loan, is there any way to buy the second house on a VA loan?

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Founded a Nonprofit to help coach veterans in transition and exiting first responders and their families while focusing on changing the stigma of mental health conversation.

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Tricare Q:

Vets using Tricare with a family. I’m out and can use Tricare with the VA, but my wife and I each use our company offerings for our family; which obviously come at cost. Is it worth it to switch to Tricare? Has anyone done this and can share details? Positives/negatives?

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I'm seeing a meme float around on facebook today regarding VA payments for anthrax shot related issues if it came from the squalene laced lots the FDA identified. Any truth to it? I'm skeptical.

Any Vets here consulting in the DC area? Thinking about making a move.

Have service related PTSD or anxiety effected your clearance level at all?

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Tis the season: If anyone is cleared and interested in a referral to ☝️, please feel free to reach out.

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Anyone gone through Amazon AWS’ military apprenticeship?

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How’s everyone doing?

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Hey Ladies & Gents,

I'm trying to find anyone I can talk to about getting into DISA or CISA. Anyone have any experience with USAJobs and navigating the federal application and interview process?

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I work at a medical device manufacturing plant as a training coordinator, I have a military background and a degree and am trying to advance but am feeling stuck. I am a literal jack of all trades, and am trying to get out of the hourly life, I’m working an average of 100 hour weeks and have been for at least the last 6 months.

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Anybody have experience with PenFed for a VA loan? Came up in a search and their rates are extremely competitive. Any reason I shouldn't take the lowest bidder?

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Colleagues, if any of you are interested in helping severely disabled combat veterans get homes adapted for their disabilities, let me know. My wife recently started working for former NFL linebacker Jared Allen and his foundation. We're trying to figure out how to leverage the power of the big consulting firms to help our brothers and sisters in need.

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