If you're looking for a job in health care but aren't ready to spend years and years in medical school -- or thousands of dollars on school loans -- consider being an allied health professional. These jobs offer great pay and opportunities for advanc
As Americans brace for continued economic turmoil in 2009, 1 in 3 workers say they are anxious about the viability of their jobs, according to a recent survey. But the same study also reveals that job satisfaction rose during the yearlong recession o
When you're considering goals for this year, don't forget to examine your work life. What changes could you make to become a more productive and pleasant colleague?Experts offer this list of common bad habits at work -- and how to break them: * Plann
As the global economy continues to falter, job prospects for 2009 are expected to slow. But if you're lucky enough to be in one of these top fields, your job future is still quite bright. Take a look at this list below and either thank your lucky sta
In just 60 minutes, you could earn enough to pay for a tank of gas, the cable bill, gym membership, or dinner out. Thirty dollars still covers some of life's essential costs. Earn that much in just one hour on the job, and you have enough to build a
In the midst of economic meltdown, where are the jobs? Surprisingly, they're still out there, if you know where to look. And there were a few surprises.For the fourth year in a row, Experience, Inc. ...
The economy is shaky -- and it may feel like your job is, too. Whether you're already job hunting or believe you may need to soon, there are steps you can take to make yourself more attractive to potential employers. Here are nine tips from the exper
Here are half a dozen essential tips for landing the right job in good economic times or bad:Try a Sales TechniqueBe prepared during a telephone screening or a first interview to make the "60-second sell," a four- to five-sentence summary of you
Success in job search is easy to deal with. A job offer feels good, it validates us, and allows us to move forward in life. It's what we all want and strive for. But for most job seekers, our successes are infrequent. They're sandwiched between boatl
Many job seekers agonize over which resume format to use -- chronological or functional? Will choosing one format over the other impact the effectiveness of the resume? Yes it can, but not in the way that most job seekers think it will. The two types