Q: My supervisor recently asked me to consider applying for a position overseas. Is this a good opportunity? A: A big decision. Obviously, it is difficult for me to give you advice about the nature of the job. So, I’ll keep my observations focused on wo ...
Q: I have been working for a new company for about two weeks. A friend gave me a book: The First 90 Days. Have you read it and should I? A: There are a few business books that everyone should read and this is one of them. “The First 90 Days: Critica ...
Q: Is it okay to talk about politics at work? A: First, thank you so much for your e-mail. It’s exciting to know that Race to the Top is valuable to you. Keep the e-mails coming. It’s also clear that a lot of people are interested in talking more abou ...
Q: What is the best way to talk to my boss about work-life balance? A: Thanks for asking this question. In recent years, I have heard it more and more. First things first: it’s important to be clear with yourself exactly what you mean. For some people, ...
Q: What about office “small talk?” A: Last week, we started to tackle the issue of “politics” at work. The question for this week: what should I do if a delicate topic comes up among colleagues or coworkers? This is so tricky and i ...
Q: I’ve been working in the energy sector for almost two years and do good work, but I am underpaid compared to my colleagues. In retrospect, I did not negotiate the best salary when I joined the company, so I would like to fix it. What should I do? A: ...
Q: I interviewed for a job with a company in Houston two weeks ago, but have not heard anything. I really want the job. What should I do? A: Getting a job takes time – sometimes a long time. It’s important to keep in mind that everyone you met during ...
Q: I am applying for a job with a large company here in Houston. How do I choose my references? A: Just like your resume, your reference choices are a way to tell your potential employer something about yourself, so start by asking yourself, “What i ...
Q: After working for several years, I am interviewing with a large corporation in Houston. How do I negotiate a fair salary? A: This is a critical question. I’ll start with an important note: salary questions can come up at any stage during the intervie ...
Q: I am applying for a corporate job in Houston and the HR representative said I may be interviewed by more than one person at the same time. How do I prepare and impress? A: You have already taken the first step – you are anticipating that this set up ...
