Attention Designers: Career Expert Provides Job Search Strategies for a Challenging Economy.

You can set yourself apart from other job candidates by doing the right research—and using it the right way.

Most employers hire substance over style, so consider the following ways to distinguish yourself from the crowd.

Following are some general examples of questions you should avoid, and some guidelines on what is usually appropriate to ask when interviewing a candidate.

Employers value the initiative and enthusiasm of those who send a thoughtful post-resume communique. And so the question is not whether to follow-up after applying for a job, but how to do it. Here are some dos and don'ts.

As the demand for creative talent continues to rise, businesses will go out of their way to retain their best and brightest. So be prepared to receive a counteroffer if you pursue outside career opportunities.

Before you consider a big move, you first need to do some reconnaissance to evaluate the new city and ensure it’s the best place for you.

While you can't control all the information about you on the web, there are some steps you can take to boost the likelihood a potential employer won't see aspects of you that you’d rather keep private.

Here are some signs that your job may be going nowhere fast and some tips on how to take control of your career.

If you've been itching to make a career move, the timing may be right—but only if you're prepared. Updating your book and brushing up on your interview skills are excellent first steps.