r/careeradvice

I work with people in many time zones, including west coast (i am east). with the RTO mandate, my commute is about an hour and 15 minutes, with a set train schedule thats like every 30 minutes...so commuting is a bit challenging.

is it professionally appropriate to block my calendar during commute times? so that I am not stuck in the office until late and getting home super late? I feel like its easier than telling people not to book meetings (unless an emergency or important).

what do other commuters do?

This scam firm has revoked full time offers for the 3rd time in last 8 years!

Please stay away from their so called lucrative packages , Trilogy Univ Bootcamp held in Dubai!

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They campus hire from almost all NITs/IIITs/IIT in India

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If someone is hiring do let me know I have been affected by this (Ping me for resume and other details - Profile Tier 1 college ; summer Internship with Trilogy Innovations)

I come for a clean high end background working with high end people. (VVIP people) im being slaved and abused here. they didnt pay my salary for 4 months. i broke my leg at work and they told me to just put it in warm water instead of taking me to the hospital to get it checked.

right now im trying to get money as i will have a child soon. theres lots of philipinas that offered to help me by lending me money. very good people. i did not expect i would be treated like this.

contract says 8 hours with 1 hour break and 6 days a week. im being worked 11 hours without any off at all. i dont have a day off. sometimes i work 15 and 16 hours but i put some boundaries ( and was threatened with me being fired because i stood up) . do not come here guys . theres lots of bad bad things that you dont hear about because if you spoke you would be put in jail and no one will hear from you. so everyone just says nice things

edit: this is a big big company responsible for the Biggest projects here. you dont want to hear what happens at the small companies XD

Hi all,

I’ve been fortunate enough to have 4 interviews in the last 2 weeks. I have another one today, which I’ll have to leave work early for.

However, two weeks ago I already left early for a “doctors appointment”, then called out “sick” (2 interviews in one day). I need to leave early again today.. but haven’t texted my boss. I also have another interview tomorrow, but fortunately it’s after work hours.

It’s already starting to look suspicious - I’ve had an immaculate attendance before. I’m trying to save face at my current job in case none of these new jobs work out.

Any ideas of what I should say? I need to leave work at 1pm (in 5 hours) usually I leave at 3 so it will be a couple hours early.

Thanks in advance

I’ll keep this quick. I finally got a job offer in my field after over a year of searching - in that time searching, I got my medical marijuana card and have been a daily smoker.

As soon as I got the second interview for this one, I quit smoking. However, I’m fat. The THC is definitely going to show up in my pee next week.

I’m kind of uncomfortable getting a fake pee kit, I’d rather try one of those detox kits. But I also just don’t have a clue lol.

Any advice?? Should I say screw it and get the fake pee anyway?? I’m worried that fake pee flagging on the test would be even worse for me than a little THC.

TIA

As a recruiter, one of the hardest conversations I have is with brilliant, hardworking candidates who have stayed at the same company for 5+ years. They are incredibly loyal, but they are often shocked to discover they are being underpaid by 20% to 30% compared to new external hires.

Corporate culture constantly preaches "loyalty" and "we are a family," but in reality, that loyalty is rarely rewarded with fair compensation. It’s usually just rewarded with more work—what we call the "Loyalty Tax."

A big part of forging a stronger career is realizing that you are a business of one. Your loyalty has to be to your own growth, not a company that would replace you in a week if they had to.

For those of you who finally broke out of the "loyalty trap," what was the exact moment or final straw that made you realize it was time to pack up and pivot?

I guess I just feel like about half of the people where I work are arrogant, only out to protect themselves, play favoritism games, etc. So, what I do is sort of just avoid over half of people. I feel like it makes me feel much more relaxed when I act like this. I think because I'm dealing with drama from people less. Examples of what I do:

- I text a lot more than call people

- In hallways at work I usually just look at the ground in front of me when I walk

- I don't really attempt to say hello to anyone unless they say hello to me first

- I don't really try to make work connections. Unless people try to make work connections with me.

- I don't really ever try to act outgoing at all in any way, shape, or form

What would most likely happen as a result of acting like this for a long time? I work at a large company with over 100,000 employees.

If this is bad what would you recommend I do instead?

Ageism has always been the standard in the entertainment industry. I get it, being in your 20s, good looking, idealistic, and full of energy and optimism! But what about the rest of us who are breaking in late or following our mid-life dreams after the realization that we’re dying?

Producer, writer, and director Ava Duvernay said she didn’t touch a camera until she was 32 years old. She said she felt discouraged being around a bunch of 20s something’s but she had something they didn’t; a wealth of life experience!

I’m finally back writing, directing, and shooting short films and videos at 40 years old. I’m currently studying Digital Cinematography at Full Sail University and taking Screenwriting classes and workshops at Sundance Collab online and locally in Chicago!

I’m not young, sexy, skinny, and cool with endless energy anymore but I’m wiser, survived an insane and dangerous life, I’m bolder, and my storytelling and artistic confidence has grown!

The arts, media, and entertainment isn’t always a young people’s game. Talent, skill, vision, and boldness still matters. Either you have it or you don’t! Unlike maybe acting and being an entertainer, there’s no age cap on being a great writer, director, cinematographer, and editor.

There might not be an abundance of roles for older people (especially women) so you have to write and create content for yourself and not wait on Hollywood!

With the digital tools at our disposal, you can still find your audience! Whether it’s YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok!

My former friend 36m told me 33m that I can't go back into IT because I used to use drugs years ago. What should I do?

I'm 57 months clean from drugs and looking to return to IT after a 8 year absence due to addiction and recovery. I have a bachelor's degree in IT with a 3.9 gpa and 7 months of experience from 2018. I have a clean criminal record. I plan to put full-time caretaker on my resume to cover the gap. I'm going to get an entry level desktop support job

This dude has a fake associate IT degree from a shitty online degree mill with a 2.0 gpa and had no experience when he got a helpdesk job. I cut him off years ago because he borrowed 600 and took 4 years to pay it back after saying it would only take a month. He says I'm not worthy of IT because I used to use drugs and that I can never reach my goals of system admin and IT manager. He claims he is morally superior because he never used profanity or had drugs or a drop of alcohol. What should I do? does his word hold any weight? does he have the right to say who can go into IT? I'm so upset

Sorry in advance for the long post, and thank you to anyone who takes the time to read it. I really appreciate any advice or perspective you can offer.

I’m 25 and feel like I’m at a crossroads.

I currently work as an Associate Financial Advisor at a small RIA/CPA firm making about $65k/year, a small bonus, and 1/3 of the advisory fee on any assets I personally bring in. The partners have all told me they see me as a future partner, so there is a legitimate path to making very good money if I stay. That’s what makes this decision so difficult.

The problem is I don’t feel challenged very often. I enjoy investing, financial planning, and helping clients, but I also spend 60+ hours a week doing tax work during tax season, and outside of tax season there are times where I don’t have enough meaningful work. I sometimes feel like my work lacks the sense of purpose I’m looking for, and I’m worried I’ll wake up 20 years from now and realize I just coasted through my career.

A little background: I played college/pro sports have an MBA, passed the Series 65, and started the CFP process. I’ve put the CFP on hold while I figure out what I actually want to do with my career.

I’ve also always been interested in law enforcement. Most of my family is in the field, I’ve done ride-alongs, and I really like the teamwork, purpose, and the fact that every day is different. Something my dad, who was also a former athlete, told me has stuck with me: “Police work was the only thing that filled that team environment after sports.” I’ve also considered becoming an FBI Special Agent because it seems like it would combine investigations with my finance background.

The biggest thing holding me back is compensation. I enjoy making money and investing, but I also want a career that feels meaningful. Long-term earning potential, retirement benefits, vacation time, work-life balance (I know law enforcement isn’t great for that), and having a sense of purpose all matter to me.

If you were 25 in my shoes, would you stay on the partner track in wealth management or make the jump to law enforcement or the FBI?

I’d especially appreciate hearing from people who have worked in wealth management, local/state law enforcement, or the FBI. Looking back, would you make the same decision again, and why?

Been at my current company for a year. The company isn’t bad however the pay isn’t that good, other companies are paying nearly double for the same role I’m currently in. I also am not a big fan of the role I’m in as it involves some client contact but I took it for the sake of getting experience.

One of my coworkers who works in a different role is going on maternity leave for 4 months in October, and my bosses chose me to take over her job. This will be a legitimate title change where I will be doing her work only for the 4 months she is gone, not 2 jobs in one. Her role is a much better one than mine that I like.

I figure learning her job will leave me a lot of leverage to make more money and learning a whole new skill set. Part of me still wants to leave now and find a higher paying job. Would it be scummy to leave now effectively screwing my team and find a higher paying role, or should I wait until she returns first then start job searching?

I am in a supervisory role and will be resigning this week. Industry standard is to provide at least a 30 day notice for this specific role, and that’s what I plan to do in this case as well.

I saw on our company calendar that we have an applicant coming in for an interview for an entry-level role (directly under my level in the org chart) this week. I used to be this applicant’s direct supervisor at a different company (our industry is small lol), and she is fantastic! I have no doubt she will be hired on the spot, and given our positive history I think she would want to work here after seeing me when she comes in.

Should I reach out and let her know that I am quitting and why? I would feel awful if she came on board assuming we get to work together again just for me to leave right after she was to get started. I’m also leaving due to a significantly negative work environment and would feel awful if she’s stuck in similar circumstances because she takes a job assuming it’s good because I’m there right now.

A lot of companies provide emails to send resumes but I feel they don't check them. i am looking to switch and there is a company i am very much interested. should i send a mail to the designated email or connect with an employee working over there. I do know a person who works there we met briefly. would it be awkward if i reached out to this person?

I am stuck between a rock and a hard place at the moment, and I suppose need to vent with the hope that I might have a little bit of advice.

TLDR (well not really)- I am 24 and about to get my masters in forensic psychology, I want to continue with research work for at least another 5 years, and like the idea of working in something like prison reform, providing support for offenders and doing research within criminal justice and offending fields. Potentially further in the future I want to go into clinical, but I wanted to strengthen my confidence in what and why before going into a system that is under a lot of strain... I have around 1.5 years research assistant experience, 1 year as a wellbeing practitioner.

Also I live in London (it is expensive and unfortunately has a sway on what I could practically choose)

The problem is this. I have been offered 2 jobs, one as a research assistant (RA) and one that is a step up as a researcher.

the RA role is for a charity and would let me work in a vein that looks directly at offending behaviour; I would be doing an evaluation and assist in delivering services to reduce offending. Given it is a charity, the role is contingent on funding. it balances research with practice (I think that is job speak for taking on more responsibilities than what your role would typically be)... It pays ok (charity work never really pays better than private), but with travel and everything, would leave me with very little wiggle room and I would likely not be in a position to save. It is a 3month position which will likely turn permanent as another permanent RA is leaving the charity giving way to an opening.

The researcher role is for a consultancy practice that works exclusively at improving public services; ranging from children's services, social services to criminal justice systems. I would be carrying out multiple evaluations across different veins, and it would likely take into account a lot of finances (as it is consultancy approach). It is permanent, and the pay is obviously stronger as it is a more senior role, and I would be able to have the time and money to save. there is encouragement towards an EDI approach in their evaluations, but if I am honest I think they struggle to carry that out in practice

I am ready for a senior role, but I really want to start working more directly in a field that I want to do, rather than potentially a very mixed bag. Having more job responsibilities will definitely strengthen any applications that I will go on to apply for job wise but I am wondering it the RA role will translate better for more tailored roles, and may strengthen my experience if I want to go into say academia research on offenders?

My heart wants to go to the charity. I would feel more impassioned in that role, but with pay and travel, I would worry that I could burn out. But I am worried the consultancy job will end up with me doing work that doesn't actually fit with my degree.

What would actually strengthen my career development?

I feel the researcher role feels like on paper it has clear advantages - it’s an upward move whereas the charity one is more of a sideways move, perhaps? But then I could potentially be getting really nice specialised experience as the RA.

So... my heart is definitely with the charity, my head is kinda with the consultancy

27M, 022 graduate here (Tier 2.5/3 central university,India). Worked as an Android Developer from May 2023 to Nov 2025. Left due to a mix of personal and professional reasons.

It's now July 2026, and I still haven't been able to land a job. Hardly getting interview calls, the gap keeps growing, and my confidence is at its lowest. I'm honestly feeling very depressed and lost.

If you've been through a long career gap and managed to turn things around, I'd really appreciate hearing your story. I could really use some positive lessons and hope from people who have been where I am.

Any advice would mean a lot.

I am currently in school and here's my plan:

I plan to do B Com from Symbiosis University and their ACCA integration program. After that I will work here if required and then settle abroad.

My main goal is to settle abroad( no specific country preference )

What chances do I have of securing a job in the Big 4 after my graduation and ACCA?

Is this a good and reliable plan for settling abroad?

What are my chances of getting a job abroad with this plan?

Any other thing I should keep in mind or focus on?

My qualifications_ 10th 95% CBSE, Currently in commerce stream

Need advice from someone experienced and qualified please.