job search tips

As my senior year of college started to wind down, I saw many of my friends scooping up job offers that would match their fancy new engineering and bu...

It’s easier to job hunt if you have a job. It’s a maxim, but it’s backed up: statistics have shown that employers are more likely to hire people who a...

Baby Boomers have driven the economy for decades. The youngest of the generation are just now turning 55 (a long-time “dream” age for early retirement...

It’s a whole new year, and for many people, that means it’s time to make a fresh start. That may entail settling in a new state, finding a new job, or...

The ideal job for a working parent? It doesn’t exist. The best job would allow you to follow your passion, support your family financially, and be the...

As the end of the year approaches, it gets easier to justify not doing things until later. “I’m awfully busy right now. I’ll start my diet/gym routine...

If you’re on the job hunt or soon expect to be, you’re undoubtedly aware that you’re entering an ultra-competitive job market. Regardless of whether y...

The holiday season: hot chocolate, seasonal parties, family togetherness… and lots and lots of expenses that make the season as much of a drain as it ...

So, you’re about to hand in your resignation letter to your (soon-to-be-ex) boss. You’ve done all the thinking you need to do about your exit, right? ...

LinkedIn has positioned itself as end end-all social media portal for your career. It has professional development resources, helpful articles, and—mo...

If you were asked to describe your college experience at a job interview, you wouldn’t tell the hiring manager you lived for the weekends and were pre...

A new job can often take you to a new, exciting place. But what if you’re ready for the excitement of a change of scenery, but don’t know where to sta...

You want a high-paying gig, but without being tied down by a set schedule or a single job. Trouble is, you always thought part-time jobs paid little. ...

When you’re thinking about your career path, you probably consider things like location, education level, skills you already have (or are willing to b...

You’re feeling prepared for your interview. You’ve practiced your handshake (firm, confident). You’ve got your talking points down cold and are ready ...

In the course of your job search, you’ve probably come across someone who talks about how they lucked into some great opportunity, clicked with an int...

There are plenty of things in life that we reserve for summers—going to the beach, swimming, and backyard BBQs are just a few. But what about job sear...

If you’ve recently graduated college then congratulations are in order—you’ve reached a significant life milestone and should be proud of your accompl...

There’s a lot to keep straight when you’re looking for a job. Things you need to put on your resume or else . How to build your brand so that you don’...

Pop quiz, hotshot: it’s the night before your big job interview. What should you be doing to get yourself ready? This is probably the most important t...