can I use dark humor at work? — Ask a Manager

can I use dark humor at work? — Ask a Manager

I’m off for the holiday, so here’s an older post from the archives. This was originally published in 2019. A reader writes: I have a dark sense of humor. I now realize that my boss does not. During a standard “how was your day off” conversation between my supervisor, manager, and a few peers, my … Read more

Remote Care Experience Specialist – $45,000-$55,000/Yr., Benefits

Remote Care Experience Specialist – ,000-,000/Yr., Benefits

. by Chris Durst      Feb. 17, 2025 As we write, this job listing is online and applications appear to be open. But jobs can fill at any time, so apply or share quickly if you’re interested! Sorry, but we have no role in the HR processes of other companies. If you encounter difficulties in the … Read more

Real Remote Jobs – All Work from Home, All Scam-Free

Real Remote Jobs – All Work from Home, All Scam-Free

. Disclosure – Some of the links below are paid job listings (legitimate companies paying us to share their openings) or affiliate links (which pay us a commission if you use them). All products or services have been verified and/or used by us. . REMOTE JOBS & GIGS – Feb. 17, 2025 Company: Back Office … Read more

Papa: Get Paid to Provide Help and Companionship for Seniors

Papa: Get Paid to Provide Help and Companionship for Seniors

Looking for a job that has few requirements, can offer regular income, and involves nothing more taxing than “light” housekeeping and running errands? Check out Papa. What is Papa? Papa works with employers, Medicaid, and Medicare Advantage plans to provide an array of household and wellness services. The site performs this mission by enlisting a … Read more

canceling a women’s group because of DEI concerns, can I accept a job offer on the spot, and more — Ask a Manager

can I use dark humor at work? — Ask a Manager

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Canceling a women’s group because of DEI concerns I’m a PhD student and it seems like my university is trying to cancel the Women in Computer Science networking group that I run. They’re going about it in a really weird way: rather than directly saying … Read more

How NECC® Prepares Early-Career Candidates For Long-Term Success | Job and Internship Advice, Companies to Work for and More

How NECC® Prepares Early-Career Candidates For Long-Term Success | Job and Internship Advice, Companies to Work for and More

Your first job out of college can truly shape your long-term success. If you are interested in a career in special education or behavior analysis The New England Center for Children®, (NECC®) is a great place to start. Employees at NECC are given intensive training, hands-on experience in the field, and plenty of opportunities to … Read more

How This Balloon Artist Built a $128K Party Rental Business

How This Balloon Artist Built a 8K Party Rental Business

Karin Capellan stood in her yard, arranging balloons for a company party — an event she hosted just to get promotional photos. She had no paying clients, no experience, and no idea if this could become something real. But a few weeks later, a father on Facebook Marketplace hired her for a birthday … Read more

weekend open thread – February 15-16, 2025 — Ask a Manager

weekend open thread – February 15-16, 2025 — Ask a Manager

weekend open thread – February 15-16, 2025 by Alison Green on February 14, 2025 the “terrified of humans” pair … curled up in my lap This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. Here are the rules for the weekend posts. Book recommendation of … Read more

Teaching At The New England Center For Children Was Her First Job Out Of College, And It Transformed Her Career | Job and Internship Advice, Companies to Work for and More

Teaching At The New England Center For Children Was Her First Job Out Of College, And It Transformed Her Career | Job and Internship Advice, Companies to Work for and More

The New England Center for Children®—also known as NECC®—offers a wide range of services to children with autism through education, research, and technology. At NECC, employees are encouraged to continue their education beyond training, and pursue graduate education with financial assistance.  We spoke with NECC employee, Fatoumatta Njie-Jallow to learn about her experience working at … Read more