Purchase and read: Knock 'em Dead by Martin Yate.

It's more than an Interviewees' guidebook - it is a roadmap for those considering a departure from a company that does not value its restless employees.

Good luck.

PS I am a manager.

: I work in a non-profit development office. I have a teaching background and strong writing skills. I began working there 2 1/2 years ago as an support
: person. Since then, I have worn many hats there including working in fundraising and planning special events. When openings have come up in
: these areas I have been discouraged by my boss and was told that in order to be considered I must first resign from my current position, her "Executive Assistant" (read doormat or lackey). In addition, my meager raise was based on the same Administrative Assistant wage I began with when I was hired. I cannot afford to quit until I find something else. In the meantime, life is hell--including no air conditioning in the summer and deplorable conditions. Anyone out there with similar gripes? Any coping strategies? I don't know how much longer I can hang on, HELP!!!