He was fired right before Christmas. Find out how our elder suggested he share the untimely news—and look for work during the holiday season. Dear EWC: I’ve recently been fired…
In search of a direction
What to do when your career path looks like an empty highway? Make a list of what you’d like to explore, says our elder, then proceed with confidence! Dear EWC:…
I know what I don’t want to do
This recent high school grad has a long list of careers not to pursue. But how to hone in on the real possibilities? It’s not easy, our elder admits, but…
How to fill in the blank?
He’s been out of work for two years. Should he fake his experience? Obviously not, says our elder—and here’s a way to explain the hiatus. Dear EWC: I graduated 2…
Drinking on the job
For this business owner, it’s not the employees but the patrons! Is the customer always right? It depends, says our elder, who offers suggestions on how to handle this hazy…
Becoming a force for good
This student has eyes on a law enforcement career—but what’s the best path forward? Our elder applauds the admirable goal and offers suggestions on how to get there. Dear EWC:…
Do I have what it takes?
It’s easy to lose your motivation when challenged. Don’t give up, says our elder. You’ve got to conquer your fears to get out of that funk. Dear EWC: Hi, the…
The path to finding yourself
When work-life feels like it’s going nowhere, how do you get back on track? Our elder shares his own career journey to help lead the way. Dear EWC: I’m 19…
Back on the boss’s good side
Office politics can be tricky, cautions our elder. Here’s how to regain the trust of your manager. Dear EWC: What do you do when you’ve solved a problem and your…
To take the nanny job or not?
It’s my goal but is it the right move? Our elder cautions against rushing in when the conditions aren’t right. Dear EWC: I’ve been working in the same part-time retail…