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9 Things to Know About the Job Market of the Future

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 13, 2009

A look at the Council of Economic Advisers' report on the future of American workers. more >>

Should You Give Away Your Ideas For Free?

By Alison Green - On Careers - July 13, 2009

It's hard to share your suggestions after you've been turned down for a job. more >>

10 Cities With the Most Job Postings Per Capita

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 10, 2009

A ranking of the nation's 50 biggest cities by job postings per capita. more >>

17 Rules for Job Seekers

On Careers - July 10, 2009

A few guidelines for the successful job search. more >>

Economists Say 'Not Yet' to Second Helping of Stimulus

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 9, 2009

A survey to further the conversation about another round of stimulus. more >>

How to Respond to a Job Rejection E-mail

On Careers - July 9, 2009

How do you send a thank-you note when all you feel is anger? more >>

Initial Unemployment Benefit Claims Plunge

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 9, 2009

Last week's claims fall far below economists' expectations. more >>

7 Lessons From a Successful Job Search

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 8, 2009

7 Lessons From a Successful Job Search more >>

Hey Job Seeker, Do You Feel Lucky?

By Karen Burns - On Careers - July 8, 2009

Luck plays a role in the job search--but you play a role in luck. more >>

Why Your Startup Needs a Lead Dog

By G.L. Hoffman - On Careers - July 7, 2009

Companies need the same kind of leader that dog-sled racers do. more >>

Twitter-Based Job Schemes Promise Work-From-Home Cash

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 7, 2009

The Better Business Bureau warns about the newest online job scheme. more >>

5 Things to Know About Hiring Right Now

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 7, 2009

Details of the Labor Department's hiring and job openings data. more >>

Why You Shouldn't Fear a Job Interview Shrink

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 6, 2009

So, they're asking for you to talk with a psychologist. Fear not. more >>

Career Advice: Asking for a Raise

By Marty Nemko - Money & Business - July 6, 2009

Career Counselor and U.S. News Contributing Editor Marty Nemko has a plan of attack. more >>

Why the Worst Jobs Numbers Sometimes Aren't

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 6, 2009

Recessionary comparisons may fail to paint the whole picture. more >>

When a Coworker Gets Special Treatment

By Alison Green - On Careers - July 6, 2009

Some advice for when a manager plays favorites. more >>

Drawing Lines on Doing Favors

By Michael S. Wade - On Careers - July 3, 2009

It can be hard to make an ethical call on using your connections. more >>

Set Goals to Move Your Dream Along

By Curt Rosengren - On Careers - July 2, 2009

When you take care of the steps, the dream will take care of itself. more >>

The June Jobs Report and Long-term Unemployment

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 2, 2009

This job market is not for the faint of heart. more >>

Why the Unemployed Need to Find Peace of Mind

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - July 1, 2009

There's a large body of research that shows job losses lead to decreased longevity. more >>

A Job Interview is Just a Conversation

By Karen Burns - On Careers - July 1, 2009

The more comfortable you are as a conversationalist, the better the interview will be. more >>

How You Think About Work

On Careers - June 30, 2009

There is no shortage of ways to think about work. more >>

What to Do When You've Been Fired

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - June 29, 2009

Expert advice on what to do right after you've been fired. more >>

The Hard Truth About Getting Hired