Career Obstacles

What if those kisses in a cubicle actually cost you your paycheck? Instead of running with your heart, consider thinking with your head before hooking up with co-workers

Finding a job with a stellar background isn't a breeze, so it's no wonder that the process is all the more challenging when coupled with a felony conviction and jail time. For most people, securing employment is critical to staying out of prison and building a positive future.

With headlines and experts forecasting recession, right now is when all of us should be taking stock of our situations, assessing our jobs and developing a career safety net.

Nearly forty percent of American workers say they have experienced workplace bullying, according to a 2007 study by research firm Zogby International. A University of Minnesota report released in March 2008 found the emotional toll associated with workplace bullying can be more severe than that of sexual harassment.

Today, the stigma of being laid off has diminished. Do not feel this is something you need to hide or feel ashamed of. Find out how to handle being laid off.

You certainly are not the first person in history to be fired, and you can get back on your feet. It's time for some damage control.

Here are some common misconceptions that keep older workers from approaching a job search with the positive attitude they need to succeed.

Your career can provide you with a sense of stability and accomplishment to combat the sense of failure many women feel after a divorce.

Eldercare is a costly struggle for employees and employers alike. It’s important to understand the benefits available to you.

We all know that our personal credit history affects our ability to secure a home loan or open an account at a department store. But most Americans are unaware that bad credit could cost them a job. Many employers use credit history as a tool in their pre-employment screening as just one measure of judgment and character.