Career Blog

Is it OK to ask for feedback after not getting the job? Maybe. It depends on what your definition of feedback is. Here’s how you can go about getting information if you genuinely want it.

You’ve decided to look for a better job. But since you don’t want your current boss to show you the door before your next position is a sure thing, you need to go into spymaster mode. Here’s How.

Saying “no” to your boss can be an intimidating prospect, especially if your boss is known for surrounding himself with “yes men.” At the same time, you don’t want to feel like people are taking advantage of you. So how do you stand up for yourself without putting your job on the line or labeling...

Job candidates come in all shapes and sizes, and most recruiters aren't looking to hire cookie-cutter employees. However, there are certain standout qualities that seem to be universally preferred. Lucky for you, several prominent recruiters in the D.C. area have revealed the top assets they are ...

Some job interviews go well, and others fall flat. Sometimes it's because the job isn't a good fit, or your nerves took over when you were talking. But in other cases, an interview may go awry for a very different reason: the interviewer treated you unfairly. If this is the case, do you have any ...

As a job candidate, it's easy to get impatient with the hiring process. You know you're a good fit, so what's taking so long? The truth is, hiring managers are dealing with a lot behind the scenes. Although the process varies by industry, size of company and level of position, hiring managers typ...

Here are the top 10 resume mistakes most people make and how to avoid them.

Finding a job focuses on short-term goals (with potential for long-term if the right choices are made), and a career is all about planning and following a specific path. Choices made now affect the direction you'll be taking tomorrow. It all depends on where you want to be.

While keeping your personal issues separated from your work life is an important step toward being a true professional, there are times when the two are bound to intertwine.

Developing an employee retention strategy requires organizations to capture honest and anonymous feedback from those who know your organization best: the employees.

You've been following a conference hashtag on Twitter, and you think attending would reenergize you professionally or enable you to make valuable connections.

An MBA has the reputation for being a one-way ticket to a more prestigious position and a bigger paycheck—but is it the right choice for you? Given the high cost of pursuing an MBA in terms of both time and money, it's worth expending some effort examining how beneficial this type of graduate deg...

There's no getting around it: A job rejection stings, even if you've decided the position probably wasn't right for you. No one wants to be second choice. But, like most things in life, there are ways you can make the most of the situation. Here's what to do after a job rejection to keep your dig...

Many of us hold on to the hope that our unicorn mentor will come along and serve as the Swiss Army Knife of professional advice. But that’s too high an expectation to place on one person. Read on to learn why!

Americans need to start figuring out how to relax when they can’t take a vacation. Whatever the reasons, if you're one of the millions of Americans who can’t take a vacation, here’s how you can relax with the time you have.

“So…I think I might be a micromanager. Hear me out. My team’s turnover rate is way north of average, and the ones that are still here won’t look me in the eye, much less hold a conversation with me. I can’t keep up with all the projects I have to juggle, so I eat dinner at my desk just to get thr...

Companies who invest in talent acquisition strategies end up winning in today's business world. Learn why.

There are some lessons from dating shows that we would be wise to deploy in our pursuit of work. Here are a few that fit whether you are competing in the pursuit of work, or love!

Organizations need a performance management system that actively works for both employees and business growth. Read on to learn more!!

Employees need motivation, but for employers, knowing HOW to do that can be a challenge. Here are five proven ways to motivate employees.