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5. “Gotcha” instructions in an applicant’s cover letter. I’m a hiring manager for the first time and wading through applications and cover letters. Today one of the letters had a postscript: “I’m not sure if recruiters read these until the end. If you did, write ‘Booyah’ at …
8 workplace rights you might not know you have - Ask a Manager
Oct 29, 2012 · Here are eight of the most important workplace rights you might not realize you have. 1. Your employer can’t withhold your paycheck for poor performance. No matter how poorly you perform, your employer can’t dock your salary.
here’s a real-life example of a fantastic cover letter
Apr 9, 2019 · Here’s the letter, with identifying details changed. Dear Hiring Manager, It’s with great enthusiasm that I am applying to be your next Intergalactic Service Intern. I know that my background and expertise would serve the Mars Agency well and leave a lasting impression in your client management department. I’ve worked in some level of ...
how to list the dates of your current job on your resume
Jan 4, 2013 · This is a tiny, minor, inconsequential thing, but I’m telling you anyway because I’m neurotic about small things: If you are currently employed, the dates on your resume for your current job should end with “present.”. For instance: Chocolate Teapot Maker, 2009 – present. not. Chocolate Teapot Maker, 2009 – 2013.
how to write the perfect out-of-office message — Ask a Manager
Jun 25, 2019 · Here’s how to do it — and how not do it. 1. Cover the basics. Your message should explain that you’re out, when you’ll be back, and how reachable you are (if at all). In many cases, something like this is all you need: I’m out of the office until July 5. I won’t be checking email during that time, but will get back to you as soon as ...
how can you convince your employer to hire additional staff?
Nov 26, 2013 · 3. Put this all on a single page, two maximum, ideally in bullet points. Make it easy to skim and digest. Don’t assume anyone will read a long memo. This is the business case for making the new hire. 4. Then go and talk to your boss about it. If you have a reasonable boss and you’ve laid out a compelling case, you have a decent chance of ...
how to handle a coworker who doesn’t respect your authority
Aug 6, 2015 · 3. Address the issue head-on. If the issue is chronic and your colleague’s resistance is impeding your work, be transparent with the person about what you’re seeing. For example, you might say: “I’m noticing that you’ve disagreed with most of the decisions I’ve made on this project. I’m interested in hearing input, but after a ...
everything you need to know about job references - Ask a Manager
Jan 30, 2017 · It’s very normal to ask a reference-checker not to contact your current boss because most people don’t let their employer know they’re job-searching. If an employer is insisting on a reference from your current manager, it’s reasonable to push back. You can point out that you can’t jeopardize your job by letting your manager know that ...
how to respond professionally to negative feedback
Jul 15, 2015 · Instead, focus at first on just listening. Then…. 3. Actively show that you’re open to the feedback. Giving critical feedback is hard, and many managers are nervous when they do it. The more open you show that you are to the conversation, the easier it will go for both of you – and the more likely you are to draw out additional useful ...
when should you go to HR — and when should you not? - Ask a …
Sep 22, 2021 · The first could be handled by admins, and the next two could be HR functions. Hiring would probably have to continue to be done by managers for the reasons you give. Firing could be an HR function, and HR has to be involved with firings anyway. Work management is handled at the project level.