I've been writing an advice column about work, and WOW people have a lot of problems at work.
This week, a newly promoted manager has former peers (who once seemed like friends!) who are not doing their jobs. Another letter writer wants to support a long-unemployed partner. And the third question involves mentoring someone who needs more confidence.
https://slate.com/advice/2026/02/work-advice-boyfriend-layoffs-unemployment-tech.html
My Boyfriend Is No Stranger to Tech Layoffs. But This Time, Something Is Making It Very Different.

I can tell something has changed for him, too.

Slate
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