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Questions about the workplace which specifically relate to having a high-tech job. Professional programming related questions should use the software-industry tag.

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Going back to a potential employer after turning his offer down 45 days ago

Go for it. Be open and clear about the change in circumstances. Explain why you said no the first time and why you are suddenly available. Go directly to the hiring manager (if you can) to minimize th …
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How do I answer a technical interview question I am already familiar with?

"So, I actually did some searching and anticipated that this question might be asked. In doing so, I considered a wide array of approaches, and can demonstrate those and their short-fallings to …
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Does working for a mediocre company hinder job search for your next position?

Does working for a mediocre company hinder job search for your next position? Typically no. Unless the company has an specifically bad reputation (skill, ethics, business practices, etc) it falls in …
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How to deal with line manager who doesn't understand complexity of my tasks?

Helpful in these situation can be a visual task tracking tool, ticket system, Jira, spreadsheet, etc. Log every task together with a resource estimate and the deadline. Make sure you review this with …
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Broke the rules on pre-interview online technical assessment – will I get blacklisted?

Is this a realistic concern? Unlikely, mainly for technical reasons. They probably would blacklist you, if they find out, but it's unlikely that they will find out (unless you do more stupid things) …
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Request lower salary than offered

Do you believe it reasonable that I request a salary less than £60k, IMO that's perfectly fine. While the ask is unorthodox you have a very good reason for it and you can show hard data that backs y …
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Should I quit a job I'm not happy with as a completely new graduate?

Step 1: look at what other people on your team are doing and talk to them how they feel. Whatever the seniors/principles are working on could be the stuff you would be working on in a few years if yo …
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Is a career counselor worth it for successful individuals?

Is a career counselor worth it for successful individuals? Typically not. Most people that are professionally successful are successful because they already have a realistic view of their strengths …
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