Career Blog

When potential employers scan your resume, what are they really looking for? Find out whether education or experience actually wins them over.

Whether your organization’s culture is vibrant, fun, and outspoken, or diligently heads-down focused, one thing is clear – improving company culture creates immeasurable value.

It can be difficult to figure out what to say when you’re negotiating for a higher salary. Here are some helpful phrases that can get the ball rolling.

As a part of the recognition of the 2020 Star Nurses finalists we will spotlight nurses through the end of summer. Check back each week for more spotlights from our 92 Star Nurses.

As a part of the recognition of the 2020 Star Nurses finalists we will spotlight nurses through the end of summer. Check back each week for more spotlights from our 92 Star Nurses.

Black and Brown folks, queer and trans people, women, and people with disabilities often experience impostor syndrome.

Probably one of the hardest things was not having a name or title for what I wanted to do next. There was no information or people around me to admire. The way my friends and colleagues wanted to help me was by giving me opportunities to go back to those I had left, because I couldn't explain to ...

As a part of the recognition of the 2020 Star Nurses finalists we will spotlight nurses through the end of summer. Check back each week for more spotlights from our 92 Star Nurses.

As a part of the recognition of the 2020 Star Nurses finalists we will spotlight nurses through the end of summer. Check back each week for more spotlights from our 92 Star Nurses.

Each year, The Washington Post partners with Energage LLC, an independent employee-engagement firm, to survey employees representing hundreds of companies, nonprofits, and associations. Now in its 10th year, The Washington Post Top Workplaces program winners will be announced at an event hosted a...

Nothing worthwhile is ever easy. That’s what I was taught and it’s a mindset that largely remains. I continue to believe that most of what we most want to do is a combination of setting an intention and following through with the effort.

There will come a time when you will do, or say something embarrassing, at work. If it hasn’t happened already, it will. It has been almost fifteen years since my particular…experience.

The pursuit of fulfilling work and meaningful relationships are two of the main components of a happy life. Too many of us derive too much of our sense of identity from our work, which makes life hard when work stops being pleasurable, and trickier still if we lose our jobs.

Tempted to apply for a government job? Here are just a handful of perks you can expect to come with the career.

Unpaid internships are increasingly controversial and recognized as a non-inclusive approach to hiring. But still, you might find yourself tempted to take one. Know what to consider before you agree to work for free.

If you are a connector you should pat yourself on the back. I’m a devoted connector, and I pat myself on the back for it, often.

There are lots of work-from-home options now, but here are some of the best jobs you can do from your living room.

Once a rare perk, working from home has become something more job seekers expect. Jobs previously thought to be in-person have evolved into remote opportunities, giving workers plenty of options. 

​​I’m always making the effort to be someone who sees the possibilities between others. I hope that you will take that on too with increased vigor. Be the straw and stir the drinks whenever and wherever you can.

If you’re considering taking the plunge from freelancing to a more permanent position, there are some important updates to make on your resume.