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how to list the dates of your current job on your resume
Ask a Manager * January 4, 2013 at 1:41 pm. I actually prefer that — it makes it a lot easier to tell how long you were really there. If something just says 2011-2012, I have no idea if that means Dec. 2011 – Feb. 2012 or if it’s actually closer to the full two years.
cover letters - Ask a Manager
Your cover letter is where you make a case for why you’d excel at the job, aside from what’s in your resume. A good cover letter can be the thing that gets you an interview. Here’s how to write one. Your cover letter is where you make a case for yourself, aside from what's in your resume. A good cover letter will make you stand out. Here's how.
I have a job offer -- but it's been weeks and there's no start date in ...
DKap * February 9, 2018 at 3:20 pm. I agree. I was going to say the same. Once I have an accepted offer, I would never go through the recruiter. And quite frankly, after the interview, I would presume the OP has the direct contact info for the hiring manager (assuming the OP sent a thank you note) so I’d go straight to the source at this point.
when should you go to HR — and when should you not? - Ask a …
3co * September 22, 2021 at 4:03 pm. Yes! If the same person is responsible every time, they can learn what does and doesn’t work. They can develop and follow some best practices and the time dedicated to event planing isn’t taking them away from their official responsibilities.
I had to share a bed with a coworker on a business trip
Jun 29, 2016 · Karo * June 30, 2016 at 11:44 am. When I was about 13, I had to share a bed with my sister (17) while we were on a family vacation. I still have a vague recollection of waking up to her asking me what the hell I was doing, and me saying “Oh, sorry, I thought you were my hair thing,” and falling back asleep.
8 workplace rights you might not know you have - Ask a Manager
Mike * October 29, 2012 at 12:32 pm. The inability to use comp time (even at time and a half) instead of overtime has been a major pain at my current job. I’m a programmer and system admin but non-exempt so things like maintenance and the off hour revelation have been problematic.
all your interview questions answered - Ask a Manager
A reader writes: I had a bad interview which made me realize I needed to work on my interviewing skills. The interviewer asked me the classic “Tell me about yourself,” but then noted that she had a copy of my resume in front of her so no need to walk her through every step of […]