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Today, the economy is up, unemployment is down, politicians are bragging, and businesspeople are high-fiving. But what goes up…To recession-proof your career and prepare for the inevitable, consider these six tips.

For many people the enjoyment of creating a podcast is reason enough. Hobbies are valid and powerful and we all should invest time in things just for the fun of them if possible.

It's gentler than a firing, yet stings more than a layoff. So what do you do if your position is eliminated? No matter how hopeless it might seem at first, you do have options.

You have one more potential hurdle to cross before you accept your job offer—negotiating your compensation package. Salary is clearly the big-ticket item people focus on. You shouldn't dismiss this figure, but keep in mind there are other valuable perks you can pursue. Here’s what you should be n...

How’s the hiring outlook for college graduates this year? There’s still no cause for worry. The Class of 2018 is leaving campus at a particularly fortunate time. Even if you started late, it doesn’t mean you can’t start smart. Begin devoting time now—on a daily basis—to your search. Here are some...

Multitasking. Everyone seems to headline it on their resume, and employers take it as a given that you’ll do it. But is multitasking all it’s cracked up to be? Let’s find out as we explore the good, the bad, and the ugly of multitasking.

In an increasingly tight labor market, employers are scrambling to attract and recruit the best talent before the competition snatches them up. Try these tips to convince your cream-of-the-crop candidates to say yes when you aren’t able to entice them with greater compensation.

Many career opportunities exist in the D.C. market, yet you'll find a lot of competition for some of these jobs. If you want to stand out, you need to make an effort to dazzle hiring managers. Here are seven ways to help you shine

I have learned that doing one thing doesn’t satisfy my personal and professional interests and strengths. When I started teaching fitness classes at NYU over 20 years ago, I always had a side hustle next to my full-time job. The “portfolio” of my career has been centered on coaching and supportin...

Every organization wants to hire employees to drive business success. But companies must actively target the right candidates, promote positions through various outlets, and capitalize on their marketing efforts to stand out.

How emotionally savvy are you at work? You might be surprised by how many emotion-related pitfalls you encounter. But with some practice, you can learn how to regulate your emotions and be an example for your peers.

Is AI a career killer or a career enhancer? The answer lies in how you approach it. Learn how you can use AI to find your next position, increase your efficiency, and impress your new boss.

It is easy to discount the importance of soft skills—after all, shouldn’t everyone know how to get along with others? But not preparing to showcase your interpersonal skills would be a mistake. Learn how to shine the spotlight on your soft skill as a job applicant.

Your next incredible job opportunity could be in the metaverse—but it might have its roots in your current offline industry. These 10 Web 3.0 job opportunities will put a new twist on longstanding professions.

I’ve worked hard in various jobs for many years, making a good living, and will continue to work as I get this degree, but I can still hear myself justifying why I’m doing it! To answer the question more succinctly: I’m pivoting because if I don’t, I will starve my soul.

Why is it that no happy songs exist about work? What does that say about work in society?

As a part of the recognition of the 2021 Star Nurses we will spotlight nurses through May 24th. Check back each week for more spotlights from our Star Nurses.

Bie Aweh, 33, lives in Newark, New Jersey and Dakar, Senegal and moved from running programs at nonprofits and universities to developing underrepresented talent. She received her MA in Social Justice Education and serves as HR Business Partner at DoorDash.

The reality is there is no career arrival point. By tuning into the present, I can recognize what I want more and less of from my career presently. Oftentimes, those needs can be met by working with my current job, but sometimes it can mean changing gears and trying something different. I don’t r...