On The Job Archive

A Shortcut to Your Dream Job

No degree? No experience? No problem.

10 Ways to Conquer Your Procrastination

Put aside your big project for just a moment longer to read this article.

Why I Like to Hire Ugly People

How the unattractive suffer ... and can end up sitting pretty

The Smartest One in the Room

Tips for you...and for dealing with you.

Casting Your Lot With China

If you believe the American empire is falling and the Chinese rising, you may be tempted to try to make your living in China.

Land a Government Job Now

Most of the new jobs being created by the President's economic-stimulus package are outside the Washington, D.C., area. Here's how to benefit, no matter where you live.

Doing Well By Doing Good

How to run a business focused on profits as well as people and the planet.

What to Do if You're Fired

This step-by-step guide will help you find new employment fast.

Know Thyself

Here's an easy way to get constructive feedback that may save your job in these tough times.

Career Trends for 2009

As layoffs soar, some industries are poised to add more jobs.

Kindness, Gratitude and Your Career

Is an attitude of goodwill a strength or a weakness in the workplace?

13 Hot Jobs in Hard Times

When the going gets tough, these careers get going.

The Case for Selfishness

Want to make the biggest difference to the greatest number of people? For-profit work may be the ticket.

A Career Survival Kit

How to protect your job -- or find a new one -- in a scary economy.

Six Secrets of Top Communicators

Sharpen your skills to make sure you're heard loud and clear.

Biotech Careers: Smart Choices

You don't need a Ph.D to profit from this hot job field, but don't settle for a menial bachelor's-degree position, either.

Career Advice for Men

In today's workplace, people skills and teamwork rule. Guys, learn how to show your softer side to get ahead.

Go From Great to Greatest

Ready to take your career to the next level? These smart moves will propel you to the top.

Why Networking is Overrated

Many job searchers should network less and answer ads more.

Making Work Fun

Eight ways to increase your enjoyment on the job.

Charm School for Your Career

Poor social skills holding you back? Here are seven valuable lessons.

Hot Career Trends for 2008

Opportunities abound in these insecure times -- if you know where to look.

Do What You Love and Starve

Forget the inspirational mumbo jumbo. In reality, following your passion can be a risky career move.

Standing Out Without Going Overboard

Unconventional traits can hurt your career. Use them to your advantage instead.

Entrepreneur's Guide to Success

Hint: Try the opposite of what is taught in business school.

Help for the Long-Term Unemployed

Even if you've taken extended time off, you can still land a great job. Here are four steps to overcoming the gap in your résumé.

The Case Against Going Back to School

You may not need the classroom to get what you want out of your career. Though unconventional, spending your time and money on a real-world education could pay off.