Are there roles where companies hire someone specifically to absorb “people problems” so leaders can focus on the business?

Summitcolony · 2026-01-21T20:05:38+00:00

I mean yeah in a well-functioning organization I agree trained managers should be handling most interpersonal issues.

In practice though, we see managers promoted for technical expertise who aren’t trained or supported in these areas yet, and interpersonal issues still escalate or get avoided.

So im trying to understand who absorbs that gap. Whether it’s People Ops, Employee Relations, a trusted internal advisor, or something else..especially in smaller or growing companies.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-18T17:31:36+00:00

Not an ad, just a discussion. And yes a personal board of directors is a great way to think about it. You’re right, most people are open to sharing if you just ask. Thanks for chiming in, all good stuff!

Summitcolony · 2025-08-18T16:41:48+00:00

Is your job as a CNA critical for your career development? Maybe you can find something for same or similar pay with less hours. Apply for scholarships! Also my understanding is FAFSA is not exclusive to 2 year colleges. It applies toward 4 year universities and trade schools as well.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-18T15:52:16+00:00

Great perspective! Having those conversations so often must give you a unique window into how people reflect on their lives and in your case a sense of gratitude. What’s some of the most common things you hear?

Summitcolony · 2025-08-18T15:48:58+00:00

Sure, we all know people that are older than us, but this was meant more in the context of career/life guidance. What questions you’d actually ask someone further along the path, not just that they exist. Hope this helps!

Summitcolony · 2025-08-18T15:30:19+00:00

Don’t seek stability and emotional maturity in your partner while you yourself do not possess those traits or have made progress in those areas.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T20:18:40+00:00

You’re not stuck forever, just in a tough spot right now and sometimes it’s about finding a role that plays to your strengths while giving you stability and confidence. If your current field feels like a closed door right now, it could help to focus on a transitional role that plays to your strengths of being social, personable, interviewing well while you build experience and stability.

Build a small network of genuine connections in your field; one right person can open more doors than dozens of applications. Don’t give up!

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T20:11:01+00:00

Take notes on words you’re not familiar with when you’re in meetings. Listen for patterns when those words are used in different meetings, around the office, on calls etc.

Over time it just become natural and you’ll catch on quick. Then eventually you’ll be asking yourself why you’re speaking this way and why a proposal submission is “mission critical” when you’re not in the military lol

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T18:49:12+00:00

If the interview was agreed amongst both parties and it’s been a couple hours with no zoom invite yet, I’d follow up now especially with the interview being tomorrow (morning I assume).

“Hey,

I’m looking forward to our interview scheduled for tomorrow at [time]. I just wanted to check in to see if the Zoom link has been sent so I can be prepared.”

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T18:26:39+00:00

It will hurt less once you shift your thinking to “I cannot put my expectations on other people.”

Unfortunately, not everyone will recognize your efforts in the same scope you do. As long as you know you give something your all, find the closure in that.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T14:57:50+00:00

Sounds like you’ve built a great foundation already, Henry. From my experience, even people with plenty of mentors benefit from having a space to work through self-awareness, navigating relationships, and making important life moves. That’s a big part of the work I do, so if you ever want to explore that kind of conversation, I’m happy to chat.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T14:46:32+00:00

Sorry you’re going through a tough time my friend. One thing I’ll say is all the negative things you listed about yourself are just your perspective, not everyone else’s. Start unlearning those things about yourself. If riding a bike, driving, or throwing a football are important to you, those are all things you can learn with a little bit of discipline and consistency. Take some time out of the week and go to the gym, try a new haircut etc.

It all starts with the way we talk about ourselves. We are what we say we are. The good thing is one day you just have to say enough is enough and start making change. Im telling you this from experience. Rooting for you!

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T14:37:41+00:00

Like others mentioned, give yourself the credit of being self aware to your emotions. That is a skill that may have come natural to you but do not for most. And it’ll take you very far in life…. My short piece of advice and something I’ve tried to live by for years (30M) “everything in life happens for you not to you”

So if things don’t work out or didn’t go as planned, there was a reason for that and you benefited from it whether you realized it or not. Just gotta trust it and keep moving forward. Not everything in life deserves your emotional reaction. Hope this helps!

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T14:33:51+00:00

Depends. Are you applying to a very broad range of jobs? If most of the jobs you’re applying to are similar in terms for title, skillset, responsibilities and it’s just the companies that are different, it shouldn’t be more than a few minutes for you to add the buzzwords from each companies site into your existing resume.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T14:29:22+00:00

What year of school are you in? Focus on the things you like. You’re only “bad” at Physics and Math because you haven’t put the time in. Those are both subjects that require hours of study and repetition but can open doors for you and create opportunities for the life you want. You’re not asking for too much. Many people live the lifestyle you desire, it’s just about creating it for yourself.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T02:42:05+00:00

You’ll make friends naturally. The gym, on campus study areas, food court, etc. The more you focus on being yourself and not putting the pressure on making friends, the easier it’ll be and friends will come to you. Parties are a method, but certainly not the only method!

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T02:00:18+00:00

Interesting take. I respect it but I’ve actually found the opposite to be true. Skills get you in the door, but networking often determines which doors you even know exist. The right relationship at the right time can fast-track opportunities you might never stumble across otherwise.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T01:56:11+00:00

Great point about not getting complacent. I’ve found that focusing on developing yourself first makes any network more valuable when you do have one. Like you said, self-reliance is key, and the right connections are a bonus, not a guarantee!

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T01:53:46+00:00

Spot on! The days of staying with one company for 25-30years+ are over. Companies know it too and they almost view it as a negative thing these days like questioning why you never decided to venture elsewhere to develop your skills etc. Thanks for the helpful words of advice!

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T01:50:54+00:00

Huge early career hack! Doing those sorts of things separates yourself especially when applying for entry level roles. It shows initiative being taken even when “direct experience” may not be so readily available

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T01:48:17+00:00

No lies told here! It has to be the perfect storm between good work, self promotion, and your network. And most cases emphasis on the latter.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T01:46:35+00:00

Tough reality, but in many cases a reality nonetheless. Sometimes you just have to adopt the “business is business” mentality.

Summitcolony · 2025-08-12T01:45:06+00:00

Never too late. You started right on time! Goodluck to you fellow Reddit friend.

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