Alison Green Author Archive

12:00 p.m.

How to Answer the 6 Most Common Job-Interview Questions

Think about what your interviewer wants to hear.

8/14/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘My Boss Is Having Sex in the Office!’

You are not overreacting.

8/7/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘How Should I Explain My Weaknesses in a Job Interview?’

Do not say, “I’m a perfectionist” or “I work too hard.”

7/31/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘I Was Tricked Into Being an Executive Assistant!’

Talk to your boss as soon as you can.

7/24/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘How Do I Explain Reasons for Leaving a Previous Job?’

Here’s what to say if you were laid off, fired, or if you hated your boss.

7/17/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘Should I Use a Job Offer to Get a Raise at My Current Job?’

It’s not a good sign if the only way to get paid what you’re worth is to threaten to leave.

7/10/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

How to Quit Your Job — 10 Ways to Do It Gracefully

When do you tell your boss? Should you be honest in the exit interview?

7/3/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘I Hate My Boss, But I Love My Job!’

Is working for a hostile boss doing you any professional favors?

6/26/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

How to Write a Thank-You Email After a Job Interview: Examples, Dos, and Don’ts

All your questions, answered.

6/19/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘My Boss Sent Me a Friend Request on Social Media!’

If it’s not too late: ignore her.

6/12/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

How to Make a Résumé Interviewers Actually Want to Read

Hiring managers spend about 20 seconds scanning a résumé. Here’s how to get their attention.

6/5/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘My Co-worker’s Kid Disrupts the Office Every Day!’

The way you should speak up depends on how long you’ve worked at the company.

5/29/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

How to Write an Impressive Cover Letter

I’ve read thousands of cover letters. Here’s how to write a really good one.

5/22/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

7 Ways Job Interviewers Learn What You’re Really Like

Beyond interview questions, here’s what they’re looking for.

5/15/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘My Boss Got Fired and Won’t Leave Me Alone!’

When you no longer work for your boss, the relationship has to change.

5/8/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

Everything You Need to Know About Maternity Leave in the U.S.

How it works, what your employer is required to offer, and more.

5/1/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

Job Interview Tips: How to Survive 10 Awkward Situations

What should you say when you don’t know the answer to a question? How do you explain you were fired?

4/24/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

‘My Co-Worker Constantly Complains!’

Ask her: “What are you going to do about it?”

4/17/2018 at 12:24 p.m.

‘Am I Guilty of Age Discrimination at Work?’

There’s a difference between ageism and real performance issues.

4/10/2018 at 12:00 p.m.

How to Ask for a Raise

When to ask, what to say, and how to know what your work is worth.