IIM graduate says she relocated alone to Delhi for job, but finds 'no office' at joining addressAn IIM Bodh Gaya MBA graduate has gone viral after claiming she moved to Delhi for a confirmed job offer, spent ₹75,000 relocating, and the...
21 May, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
Employee requests for his unpaid salary, gets terminated the next day without any money. 'Don't know what do now'A software engineer’s Reddit post has gone viral after he claimed that a Noida startup terminated him just a day after he emailed HR about ...
19 May, 2026, 10.07 PM IST
'First salary offer is never final': Ex-HR says freshers are too scared to try’ and reveals trick to negotiate for the best salaryA viral Reddit post claiming that most Indian freshers lose money by accepting the first salary offer without negotiating has triggered a m...
18 May, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
'Rs 3.5 lakh packages in 2026?': CA warns Gen Z about following passion in 20s instead of prioritizing high-income skillsYoung Indians are questioning the advice to follow passion. Finance expert Nitin Kaushik argues for building financial stability and high-i...
17 May, 2026, 07.56 AM IST
Founder breaks down Rs 18 LPA job offer, says real salary is Rs 6 LPA and rest is a ‘lottery ticket’Fresh graduates are being misled by inflated job offer salaries on social media. A student received an offer for Rs 18 lakh per annum, but ...
30 Jan, 2026, 09.21 PM IST
Career advice from ex-Apple boss: This common mistake could be hurting your new job from day oneWhen starting a new job, experts stress the importance of slowing down and observing the company culture before taking major action. Former...
03 Jul, 2025, 05.43 PM IST
4 career growth myths freshers should ignoreFreshers should dispel myths such as believing their first job defines their entire career, frequent job changes hurt growth, more degrees ...
31 Mar, 2025, 05.44 PM IST
4 career counselling myths stopping freshers from seeking the right adviceCareer counselling can significantly benefit freshers, even those with clear career goals, by providing diverse perspectives and insights. ...
27 Mar, 2025, 05.34 PM IST
5 employment bond traps freshers should be aware ofLanding your first job is exciting, but newcomers should watch for employment bond traps. Avoid excessive bond durations, high penalties, n...
26 Feb, 2025, 04.17 PM IST
5 virtual networking tips for freshers to land more job offersVirtual networking is crucial for freshers to build professional relationships and gain job opportunities. Key strategies include optimizin...
15 Feb, 2025, 04.08 PM IST
5 things to remove from your resume in 2025Job-seeking freshers should optimize their resumes by removing excessive personal details, generic career objectives, unrelated internships...
11 Feb, 2025, 04.19 PM IST
Freshers, beware! Don’t say these 5 things to your bossNew employees should avoid certain phrases that might harm their professional image. They should be proactive and willing to learn, adaptab...
31 Jan, 2025, 05.33 PM IST
5 lessons that no one teaches you about your first jobEntering the professional world with your first job comes with challenges and learning experiences beyond classroom lessons. Adaptability, ...
30 Jan, 2025, 06.31 PM IST
Problem solving is an essential skill. How freshers can learn itDeveloping problem-solving skills is essential for fresh graduates in today's job market. These skills not only lead to career advancement ...
05 Apr, 2024, 02.32 PM IST
ET Careers webinar| Acing your first job hunt: Tips, tricks and industry hacksA first job is a special moment for each one of us. But finding that best first job is not an easy road. ET Careers brings to you an exclus...
23 Jun, 2023, 03.58 PM IST
- Lessons from the first 100 days at work
Few things can match the thrill of getting into your first job and fewer, the learning in the first weeks at work.
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- Handle with care: Greenhorn at work
Wooed by many recruiters, freshers these days come with loads of attitude and unbridled expectations.
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