If I do a side hustle job that is off the books, am I still eligible to collect unemployment as well as the extra pandemic benefit?
Hmm. The answer is that you are required to report any income that you earn from a job. The amount of that income, and the time you spend on the job instead of looking for work, could impact the amount of unemployment benefit you are entitled to receive, if any at all. Obviously, I don’t know your financial situation, but unless what you’re earning from your side hustle is truly nominal at a time when so many others are rising to the occasion to pay it forward, do you want to dip into the finite pool of resources that are earmarked for people who have greater needs than yourself, perhaps?

My daughter had an interview lined up, but the company kept switching the time slot. She had to keep changing the time off from her current job, which was awkward. The interview lasted two hours and she thought she did well, but just received a generic e-mail saying they went with someone else. Not only is she very disappointed, but she doesn’t know why and her confidence is shot. Is it common for a prospective employer to handle a rejection this way?
Unfortunately, it’s all too common. Many companies have automated some aspects of the hiring process because it’s impossible to respond personally to every submission. But once you’re interviewing, there should be some feedback as to why the company went with another candidate. However, you can’t take rejection personally. Usually, there are many qualified candidates competing for each job. In terms of the moving time slot, most prospective employers will respect a candidate who says they can’t take random time off from their present positions. Saying that a proposed change in time doesn’t work for you, and suggesting alternatives that do work, is perfectly professional. Your daughter should continue putting herself out there, stay positive and keep at it. Remaining persistent and positive is critical. Applying for a job is a process and, eventually, a job will fit.

Gregory Giangrande has over 25 years of experience as a chief human resources executive. E-mail your questions to GoToGreg@NYPost.com. Follow Greg on Twitter: @greggiangrande and at GoToGreg.com, dedicated to helping New Yorkers get back to work.