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open thread – May 9, 2025

It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discus...

employee is in remote limbo, we’re expected to provide ...

It’s four answers to four questions. Here we go… 1. My employee is in remote lim...

should I remove DEI work from my resume?

Two questions, same topic. The first one: I’m on the job hunt, and I have some D...

some new tags!

In addition to the new “sagas” tag (for letters with multiple updates, twists, a...

let’s talk about people “misusing” their power for good

Last week we talked about the smallest amount of power you’ve ever seen someone ...

Elevate Your Makeup Game with Swiss Beauty: Affordable ...

In the dynamic world of cosmetics, Swiss Beauty has emerged as a game-changer, o...

my old employer wants me back, hiring manager offered m...

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My old employer wants me bac...

should I ignore job postings that don’t list the salary?

A reader writes: I am currently looking for a new job because I am currently bei...

will my employee be blindsided by an improvement plan?

A reader writes: Over the past year, I have been coaching my employee, “Mike,” o...

resigning employees are stealing our property on their ...

A reader writes: I am a localized executive director for a nationwide nonprofit....

Best Company for Do Dham and Chardham by Helicopter

Discover the Best Company for Do Dham and Chardham by Helicopter. Explore top se...

coworker with a crush keeps hanging out at my desk, exh...

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Coworker who (probably) has ...

should I ask a candidate about her past online behavior?

A reader writes: I manage the recruiting of volunteers for a small nonprofit, an...

my new employee is “disappointed” with his job

A reader writes: I’m a new-ish manager in a small company. I have two direct rep...

my employee keeps insisting he looks much younger than ...

A reader writes: In February, I changed companies and took on a manager position...

coworker forgets the details of what she tells me to do...

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My coworker reacts out loud ...

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