Job interviews are incredibly daunting and I've had my fair share of interviews that went south. But crying? I have yet to experience that and honestly, I hope I never will. I can understand why it happens though. Imagine spending months looking for a job, doing dozens of interviews (if you even get calls back), and taking time and effort out of your...

We all have that one neighbor who is always on their worst behavior. Some people love to throw giant parties that last way into the night. Others choose to install outdoor lights that are so bright they keep other neighbors awake. Some folks refuse to pick up after their dogs, or insist on parking their vehicles in inappropriate places (like their neighbor's...

Hiring—especially in the way it's usually conducted—is not an exact science. There's a lot of speculation and social shadowboxing going on, with elaborately constructed facades masking true personalities to seem more put together and desirable, according to the bizarre decorum of the entire process. The entire thing is based more on "vibes" than any...

For better or worse, we are frequently left utterly shocked and dumbfounded by other individuals. Even while the immediate reaction to the shock might be one of terror, if you've had some time to collect yourself, consider what took place, and fully comprehend the situation, you should be able to savor the enjoyment of the unexpected. Ultimately, these...

Getting all your work done early should be rewarded, not chastised. However, in the professional working world, there's a reason why people always say one should never get too good at one's job. Otherwise, you will start getting more responsibilities and often without further compensation unless you fight for it. It turns out that efficiency and productivity...

To work in IT, you need an elephant's skin. This person recounted their struggles as an IT admin at a tiny MSP… and it wasn't pretty.A former colleague of theirs, known for poor judgment, left behind a ticking time bomb: a client's infrastructure in shambles. The server ran an obsolete operating system, backups were faulty, and crucial data was stored...