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(This is a reprint of a post from 2020. Unfortunately, it’s just as scary today.) Halloween is my favorite holiday, so I’m focused on spooks, monsters, and things that go bump in the night today. Here are some monsters you might encounter in the workplace even after Halloween. Ghosting Recruiters. The term “ghosting” first appeared … Continue reading Monsters in the Workplace
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
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
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. Candace Moody, a career coach and writer with more than 30 years of experience, offers insight into what’s bothering you and what might be keeping you stuck. Send your questions to … Continue reading A Manager Has to Deliver Bad News
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
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
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. Send your questions to candace@candacemoody.com When we have an important team meeting or meet with clients, my boss always asks me to take notes. I wouldn’t mind (I’m good at it) … Continue reading Being Asked to Take Notes
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. Send your questions to candace@candacemoody.com Dear Stay Relevant: I work in an office with a mix of generations and a very casual dress code. Except for client meetings, we can wear … Continue reading I Don’t Do Casual at Work
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’ve been in my role for over 10 years … Continue reading Have I Just Been Demoted?
