Job ad said remote work, but there was a catch. Candidate exits after hearing the truthA job candidate's interview turned sour when a "remote" role was revealed to require relocation to the capital city. This mismatch highligh...
21 Apr, 2026, 10.44 AM IST
Why Being Told “Stick to Your Role” Might Mean Something Bigger Is ComingA common complaint from many workers in the US workplace environment is that there seems to be an abrupt change wherein they are now requir...
15 Apr, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Recently laid-off employee opens up about job hunting struggles: The only jobs 'I can find is half of salary I used to earn'A six-figure earner, laid off in December, faces a daunting career reset with job offers significantly below their previous salary. Despite...
09 Apr, 2026, 10.08 PM IST
AI in 2026 and beyond: The new admissions filter no one can afford to ignoreAI is transforming the job market. Universities are adapting admissions to assess AI readiness. Students need to demonstrate responsible AI...
05 Apr, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
'It was 100% my fault': Bengaluru CA shares why her first hire quit job within 3 monthsA Bengaluru CA's first hire quit within three months due to a lack of clarity and shifting goals, highlighting the critical need for struct...
01 Feb, 2026, 09.07 AM IST
Employee uses AI to rewrite resume, response rate triples — debate erupts over whether it’s cheating or fairplayAI-driven resume optimization is now standard. Over 90% of U.S. employers use bots to screen. Candidates matching job keywords see response...
30 Jan, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
Techie gets rejected by recruiter due to bizarre reason. Netizens react: 'Company probably can't afford him..'A software engineer faced rejection despite meeting all job requirements. The candidate applied for a senior role. The company considered h...
06 Sep, 2025, 05.56 PM IST
Remote job or remote JOKE? Candidate’s reply to HR after rejection has the internet applaudingA job seeker faced rejection for a remote role. The reason was her location. This was despite no location restrictions mentioned. The candi...
05 May, 2025, 04.04 PM IST
5 smart ways to leverage tools for faster job huntingAI tools have revolutionized job hunting by optimizing resumes, matching candidates with relevant jobs, creating compelling cover letters, ...
06 Mar, 2025, 05.17 PM IST
4 job description red flags freshers should watch out forFresh graduates should be cautious of unclear job responsibilities, vague salary details, high turnover indicators, and promises of rapid p...
19 Feb, 2025, 04.41 PM IST
Stack up the chairs right: Importance of boardroom governanceIndian corporate board committees, though crucial for governance, often lack empowered leadership. A recent analysis reveals that while mos...
11 Dec, 2024, 11.07 PM IST
Beat the bot: How to make a resume that a hiring AI passes on to the next stageResume screening, the first and most important part of the hiring process, is sometimes carried out using AI to ensure better role-candidat...
14 Dec, 2023, 01.10 PM IST
Flexibility pips salary for Indian jobseekers : SurveyFor 71% of Indian jobseekers, work flexibility takes the top spot as a crucial parameter. This includes the ability to work from home, set ...
19 Jul, 2023, 12.21 PM IST
5 ways to achieve success early in your careerLearn to identify and remove self-defeating habits and create ones that will make you happier, healthier and successful, said Basil Advisor...
19 Jul, 2016, 06.22 AM IST
Five ways to prepare for a job interviewWhether you’re a fresher or a mid-level manager, there are certain basic rules that apply when it comes to preparing for a job interview.
17 Jun, 2016, 07.09 AM IST
Hiring blunders: 60% recruiters give more preference to salary over skill, says surveyAround 20-30% candidates fake the references that they provide and recruiters admitted that 10-20% applications are rejected after backgrou...
29 Mar, 2016, 04.04 PM IST
Top 5 social media hiring myths busted!These days technology seems to be the panacea for all ills and hiring is no exception. Arguably, the latest trend is to use social media as...
31 Dec, 2014, 06.01 PM IST