There's probably someone in your life who's looking for a job right now, whether it be someone about to graduate, someone recently laid off, or somebody who quit her job as a step toward taking up her dream career. Looking for a job can be really stressful, so consider getting some of these gifts for the job hunter in your life to brighten things up a little. Read more

Do you ever have one of those moments when you wished you kept your mouth shut? It's one thing if what you said embarrassed you in front of your friends, but it's another thing when that statement caused havoc in your career. Check out examples of famous people who made verbal gaffes that lead to career hiccups. Read more

The work week can feel like a total drag if you don't have habits to make your job feel a little less like work. Make work less laborious with my six ideas. Read more

Most of us have at least a few days off coming up, so why not take some of that free time and do something productive — like fixing up your résumé? Making a few improvements here and there could be what it takes to bring your résumé from presentable to professional. Start the slideshow to see seven ways to make your résumé rock. Read more

An increasingly large pool of unemployed workers, many of whom are highly qualified and have killer resumes, means that getting an interview and landing a new job is a longer and more challenging process these days. After sorting through piles of resumes, hiring managers are now holding more rounds of interviews than before. Get through the first round of interviews with these tips. Read more

No matter your profession, your workday has the potential to be a landmine of conflict. A disagreement with a co-worker, a run-in with your boss, or an angry call from a client can ruin your day, or even your week, if you don't know how to deal with it. Keep the following tips in mind next time things get tense at work to be sure you come out unscathed. Read more

Showing appreciation for co-workers should be as easy as saying, "Thanks, buddy!" But somehow, those two words can sneak through the cracks or come off as disingenuous if they are uttered too often. Office politics, nonstop schedules and confusing etiquette can make thanking your co-workers and boss nerve-racking. Use this simple guide to give gracias to your office mates and when in doubt, just Read more

There's so much emphasis on preparing for a job interview, and rightfully so, but your actions afterward can make or break your chances of peaking employer interest. Get on top of your game by knowing the steps to take after you've answered the tough questions. Here's an action plan to follow once you walk out of those double doors. Read more

Job hunting is a process more people are having to go through as companies undergo big layoffs in the face of a challenged economy. It's competitive out there and the little details matter more with crowded applicant pools. Make your case stronger by showing up prepared — check for these five items before you head out the door. Read more

How you write a work email isn't going to make or break your career (well, in most cases). But your email etiquette can affect how seriously you're taken, and even how well you're liked, in the workplace. Read on for 10 things to keep in mind before hitting send. Read more