Could you help me with some advice on how to hint to my manager in a somewhat humorous but detailed way, that I want a raise? He's not very fond of such conversations and tries to avoid them. Thanks...

I would follow Suzanne's advice. Your feeling that you are underpaid and your being prepared to show that you are being paid below market are two... different things. Look at it unemotionally and even discuss with a friend or family member.
The second aspect to consider is the quality and quantity of your work. You are in a strong position when you are the 'go to' person for difficult projects that need to get done. And, of course, go through this process if you like the company and want to stay.
There is no one approach to handle such issues and depends on what you or your boss are comfortable with. You could ask to setup an appointment with your boss to discuss your career and compensation. He may have HR join in the conversation. All this assumes they like your work and do not want to lose you. Be yourself and respectful. I was successful in getting 10-30% raises in two such instances. Good luck. more

Management advice! My wife and I started a community school and we have been running the school as directors since 2014. In 2023, we got an intetnational Ngo that helped with agrant to build 3 class...

All the best. Hope you overcome this obstacle and continue with your life's mission.
Uma

Management advice! My wife and I started a community school and we have been running the school as directors since 2014. In 2023, we got an intetnational Ngo that helped with agrant to build 3 class...

Legal advice has a cost that you cannot afford at this time.
My first reaction is that the international co cannot have such devious behavior and... stay in business. The intermediary introduced you to the other guy and handled the transactions. If they were not appropriate, unless they are involved or naive, they should have at least cautioned you. You may want to reexamine the issue and see who deserves the blame.
And, if you received more than expected, why did you not return it? Was it manna from heaven? You may want to reassess your own contribution to this mess. You probably signed some loan papers that should have raised a flag in your mind.
Anyway, now that you are stuck, how do you get out of it? Determine the blame first and then get tough. Let them know that it was unsolicited loan, you cannot afford it and, without significant relief, you may be forced into bankruptcy. Credit advisory outfits can guide you better.. If you need legal advice, try Legal Aid first. Good luck. more

Can you imagine taking the time to prepare for a job interview and suiting up for a video call, just for no one to show up to judge your qualifications except AI? Artificial intelligence is supposed...

This is terrible. It is good you found out before making a commitment.
A question comes to mind. if the invitation was to have a session with their... chatbot, and they wanted to see how you handle the interview as a reporter, would you have done it? If yes, a positive attitude might have produced different results. When I get fed up with a chatbot, I ask for a 'representative' or 'get me a human please'.
AI is rapidly becoming first point of contact. We need to become better at interacting with them. more

Don’t you think that HR people who conduct interviews are completely incompetent? How can some young girl in glasses possibly understand whether I'm a good financial analyst or not? She just asks...

I would go in with a positive and respectful attitude. Age is not directly related to judgement. HR is not always competent in every job they handle.... They can do the routine evaluation and pass on acceptable candidates to hiring departments for further evaluation.
If after these considerations, you still do not like the company or its choices, it is time to move on. A positive attitude is important in your job search. Good luck. more

In the working world, being "overqualified" is supposed to be a compliment. It implies talent, experience, and the kind of résumé that makes recruiters do a double-take. But in today's unpredictable...

I have dealt with overqualified candidates and hired a few of them.
In your case, I do not know how you are overqualified. Is it education, years of... experience or title?.I would worry about whether you will stay? If you are a ‘know it all’ type, you may upset your coworkers. I always wanted to make myself surplus so that I could be promoted.
Look inside of you and figure out how to turn the situation in your favor. Try to understand the other guy better and prepare yourself accordingly. Others may have faults but you have to adapt and show enthusiasm for the companyt and the job. Shed the ‘poor me’ attitude. Good luck. more

In the morning I work as a clerk (I help with documents) and in the afternoon I work as an operator at a water delivery company. We have enough money to live on. But my husband wants me to get a...

I am old fashioned and grew up feeling that man is the main bread winner of the family. In today’s world, lots of women make a lot more than men in... the family. The main thing to consider is to work up to your potential and to help each other achieve that.
By the way, when people love each other, they feel each other’s pain and look out for their partner. If love is present, you will soon resolve these issues. Good luck. more

I don’t really understand - I was asked to sign a work contract with a rule about keeping information secret. After I leave this company, I have to promise not to share the information I learned and...

NDA or non disclosure agreements are pretty standard in business when you are involved with proprietary information or processes. Otherwise companies... would worry about a new employee joining them to learn that info and then use it to compete with them.
If your intentions are honest, these agreements should not bother you. In higher positions, people have to sign Non Compete Agreements that may prohibit working for a competitor for 3 years. more

In two months, I’ll finish university and get my diploma. I’m already working at a big company on a trial period. I like the job, but my manager is very hard to deal with. She often says things like...

You need to let your boss know that you find her attitude disrespectful and offensive, You certainly do not want to make this behavior a part of your... future career.
How to confront her is a tricky matter. You can say anything to anybody if you know what to say and how. Get advice from people who know her. Remember, a good salesman can tell you to go to hell in a way that you look forward to the journey.
Being aggravated all the time is not healthy. Think, prepare and tackle it. Good luck more

Hi! I've never encountered anything like this before – tomorrow I have a group interview. I've already gone through three interviews, and tomorrow they'll be choosing between me and another candidate...

Congratulations on being a finalist.
It is hard to talk about a position without knowing the industry involved. You have other interviews with this... employer and should have some idea of what they are looking for. If you like them, make sure to communicate your interest and emphasize the qualities and experience you bring to the position. Go confidently and win this final round. Good luck. more