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Monster’s Commute Report finds nearly half (49%) of US workers have turned down a job at least partly because of the commute. The poll of 1,000 workers was conducted in July 2026 with a broad range of age groups, including workers over 65, indicating that the issues are not generation-based. Workers also put a steep … Continue reading Almost Everyone Hates Their Commute
A recruiter from Florida has sparked the online debate of the year about…iced coffee. The New York Times reported that Caitlin Wehniainen, the president of a recruitment agency in Florida, posted a video on TikTok sharing what she thought was a “helpful, innocuous tip for job seekers.” The NYT article says, “Based on her observations … Continue reading Iced Coffee Iced the Interview
I came across this the other day, and it made me laugh out loud (LOL, for my young readers; it’s an actual thing IRL.) “English is confusing because it’s not a language. It’s three languages standing on each other’s shoulders and wearing a trench coat.” Then it made me think. When you look for patterns in English, you think … Continue reading English is Not a Language
The job interview serves as a mutual evaluation between a hiring manager and a candidate, assessing fit for the role and the team. Questions that feel intrusive may come up, but understanding their intent can help navigate these situations. Candidates should focus on showcasing their skills and experience, while being mindful of potential biases in employers.
Welcome back to the Stay Relevant advice column, where we answer readers’ burning questions about their careers and how thrive in a fast-changing workplace. Every couple of weeks, I offer insight into what’s bothering you and what might be keeping you stuck. Send your questions to candace@candacemoody.com Dear Stay Relevant: I’m a member of The … Continue reading Stay Relevant Advice Column August 28, 2026
Welcome back to the Stay Relevant advice column, where we answer readers’ burning questions about their careers and how thrive in a fast-changing workplace. Every couple of weeks, I’ll offer insight into what’s bothering you and what might be keeping you stuck. Send your questions to candace@candacemoody.com Dear Stay Relevant: I’m DLM Rose. I help … Continue reading Stay Relevant Advice Column August 18, 2026
A 2025 Monster.com survey of 1,300 U.S. workers says that 44% of workers would consider changing jobs if a company’s dress code better aligned with their personal style and preferences—making attire more than just a fashion choice; it’s a retention issue for managers. Dress codes have always been a reflection of company culture. IBM famously … Continue reading Dress Codes Are So 1965, Unless You Choose Your Own
Welcome back to the Stay Relevant advice column, where we answer readers’ burning questions about their careers and how thrive in a fast-changing workplace. I offer insight into what’s bothering you and what might be keeping you stuck. Send your questions to candace@candacemoody.com Dear Stay Relevant: I’m a professional in my mid-thirties, and I know … Continue reading Stay Relevant Advice Column July 16, 2026
Finding a mentor can be challenging. Here’s a plan for a young worker who’s con fused about the process. Welcome to the Stay Relevant advice column, where we answer readers’ burning questions about their careers and how thrive in a fast-changing workplace. Candace Moody, a career coach and writer with more than 30 years of … Continue reading Stay Relevant Advice Column
What I love, as an observer and commentator on career trends, is our new era of creative names for what’s happening in the job market. From the Great Resignation, to Quiet Quitting to Ghostworking, we have a catchy name for almost any new behavior. Sometimes positive behavior, but mostly negative. You undoubtedly have heard of … Continue reading DoomJobbing is Now a Thing
