Career Q&A: Finding the right balance between compensation, job satisfaction, and home life

I am 42 years old and currently work at a job that I like and have had for almost seven years. I have more than 20 years experience. The problem is that it doesn't pay very well. I would like...

Career Q&A: Tapping into the hidden job market

My question is about finding the 'hidden job market' in the nonprofit sector. Tips for finding job postings, approaching organizations for info interviews, resources to learn about an organization. First, let's define exactly what the 'hidden job market' actually represents....

Career Q&A: Succeeding during your first few months at a new job

I read your tips on finding employment in the nonprofit world, and they worked! I've just joined what appears to be a great organization in a perfect job for me. In fact, I'm getting nervous that things are too good,...

Career Q&A: What to do if you are being paid below market value

I am in a senior role and have been working for the same organization for more than seven years. Some of my peers left recently and received a large salary increase for a similar role with a competitive organization. I...

Career Q&A: How to survive on the job when you hate your boss

I have been with my current organization for more than 11 years. I worked with my previous boss for over eight of those years, until he retired, and I've had my current boss for more than two years. During this...

Career Q&A: Coping with a professional failure

I just finished a project that went sideways and I sense it will have both a personal and professional impact for me. How can I recover from this career setback? All professionals have setbacks in their career. George Clooney was...

Career Q&A: Making the most of outplacement services

It isn't working out with my current employer and, unfortunately, we are arranging my termination package. One of the things my friends recommend is outplacement services as part of any agreement. What exactly is this service, and is it something...

Career Q&A: Working for an established organization vs. a new startup

I just graduated with an Executive MBA, and have a number of options on my plate. One of the options is from the United Way, and the other is a more senior role in a well-funded new organization. Is there...

Career Q&A: Explaining frequent job changes

I am a recent graduate from college, however I have about five years of experience in my field of study. I have worked at several jobs in the past five years and am considering changing jobs again. I worked at...

Career Q&A: Handling a career change

I am in mid career change. The career of prospect researcher was identified to me as a match for my transferable skills by the career assessment department at a local university. I now know what the position is and how...