Years later, I still remember that sinking feeling, just after I’d hit the Send button after writing an email complaining about an editor.My worst virtual fear was quickly confirmed: Yes, I had sent my bit of snark to the editor instead of my friend-

When you’re applying for a job, you work hard to make sure your resume will command the attention of the first person who reads it. But it’s increasingly likely that the first reader of your resume won’t be a person at all.Inundated with hundreds–or

The four-year college experience may be fun and rewarding, but it’s not the only path to a satisfying career. For people who want to cut to the chase or just avoid racking up four-plus years of college debt, some economists and other analysts say a t

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) reports that nearly one-quarter of 2010 graduates secured a job offer before graduation.========================================= Also on Yahoo! HotJobs:Stand-out resumes

During the recent economic downturn, many Americans vastly lowered their expectations about earnings. One survey of career-fair attendees, conducted by Next Steps Career Solutions, found that 65 percent of respondents were willing to accept compensat

Employers receive hundreds–and even thousands–of resumes for many job openings. After a while, they all start to blur together. Only a handful will stand out from the crowd and score interviews. “Your resume is essentially a 15- to 20-second commer

Graduating from college and starting your job hunt can be an overwhelming process. Luckily for new grads, there are myriad career-based iPhone apps that can alleviate some of your stress and help you navigate the job-hunting waters.Check out these iP

Ever fantasized about a job that didn’t lock you away in a cubicle during the prime hours of the day? Or maybe you’re interested in a part-time evening job because your day is full with other responsibilities (such as kids–or another job).==========