Nick Corcodilos' job search column appears weekly on Sundays.
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Ask the Headhunter
- I was nixed by firm I’d worked at before
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- Q: I applied for a job at a company that I worked for years ago. They sent a rejection letter without even interviewing me. I left the company on good terms and had an excellent employee record. The company is still accepting applications and is... Full story
- Should boss who hates me serve as reference?
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- Q: I left my job after six years at the top of my field in sales due to a crazy, lunatic boss who would not work out a personal issue with me. I have many customers who will provide me with excellent references and recommendations. How do I respond... Full story
- Should I accept hirer's first pay offer?
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- Q: My dream job has just come through. The offer is good — a bit lower than I would have liked, but good. Should I bother haggling over a small amount of money? I read somewhere that the employer expects you to go through at least one round... Full story
- What if company obscured amount of travel?
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- Q: A job was described as having a certain percentage of travel. During the interview, I learned that it's much more. The travel is not only local, it is to other states and abroad for long periods of time, something that doesn't suit my family... Full story
- Should I convert contract to staff status?
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- Q: I work as a software developer on a contract I have directly with the company. The company wants me to become an employee for a salary lower than my contracting rate. But I like to change jobs every year or two, and staying independent will give... Full story
