The Jobs I Want Are Out of Town—How Can I Search for Jobs from Here?
Looking for a job is hard enough, but looking for a job in one city while you’re living in another is even harder. Here’s what to do if...
End the Job Search: Use This Tip to Find the Right Career Path
Last week, I talked with Katie Couric for a segment called Jobless in America on katiecouric.com. This clip highlights my mantra: Stop...
Looking To Find A Job? Narrow Your Search With This Tip
Here’s my #1 secret for getting the job you really want, in this or any economy: Don’t apply for jobs you don’t want. “I Got a Job Offer...
Dress to Impress: Can I Wear My Nose Ring to the Job Interview?
In a conversation with Katie Couric for a segment called Jobless in America on katiecouric.com, I was asked the “Nose Ring” question....
How Business Cards Can Help You Get a Job
When you’re job-hunting, there’s nothing less professional than having to write your email address on a dirty napkin or someone else’s...
Ask Ellen: Job Hunting and Career Development Advice
Questions about job-hunting, your career path, workplace issues, interview and review preparation, salary and benefits negotiation? Ask...
Have a Job Interview? Prepare Yourself for Effective Salary Negotiation
Negotiating salary is not high on anyone’s list of fun things to do, and yet it’s one of the most important things you can do when...
Job Opportunities Are Everywhere: Make the Most of Internships or Temporary Jobs
You should never be sitting home while you’re looking for a job. Never mind the fact that it’s not good for morale to be home sending...
Why Is An Exploratory Job Interview A Big Mistake?
Most people think there are two kinds of interviews: job and informational. But recruiters and hiring managers report that some job...
Mark Your Calendar: Your Job Search Starts Now
How long should my job search take? This is a question I’m asked all the time. It reminds me of when I was teaching and my students would...