Job hunting

6 networking mistakes job hunters make

Most people know by now that networking beats answering job ads, but how you go about it can make all the difference. Here's what to avoid. By Anne Fisher

The best cities for job hunting

Hiring nationwide is still sluggish, but local economies in some places are thriving and creating jobs. Ever thought about moving to Texas? By Anne Fisher

Yes, you (probably) can change jobs now

If you already have a job — plus a college degree and some work experience — your chances of getting hired elsewhere are better than they've been in years. Here's where to start looking.

By Anne Fisher, contributor

FORTUNE -- Dear Annie: A friend sent me your recent column about eight signs it's time to quit, and all eight of them apply to me. I would like nothing better than to leave MORE

The most unusual job interview questions of 2011

As if job hunting weren't stressful enough, some employers like to throw curve-ball questions at candidates. Here are some of the trickiest.

By Anne Fisher, contributor

FORTUNE -- For most of us, coming up with dazzling replies to the perennial standard interview queries -- say, "What's your greatest weakness?" or "Where do you see yourself in five years?" -- is plenty challenging. But what would you say if a hiring manager asked MORE

Getting hired when you're over 50

True, older job seekers face a few extra obstacles. But you may be able to overcome them by turning your age to your advantage. Here's how.

By Anne Fisher, contributor

FORTUNE -- Dear Annie: I read your recent column on bridging the generation gap in the workplace between young bosses and older employees. It struck a nerve with me, because, frankly, I'd be delighted to work for a young boss if I MORE

8 signs you should think about quitting

Daunting as a job search is, it's sometimes a smarter choice than staying put. Here's how to tell when enough is enough. By Anne Fisher

Want to make sure your resume gets read? Ditch the cliches.

Shopworn terms just make hiring managers' eyes glaze over, says one expert. Here's what to say instead. By Anne Fisher

A job site that gives you a peek at your competitors

A new executive job search site offers users reports on who they are competing against for specific openings. A boon for jobseekers or just another gimmick? By Vickie Elmer

Is your old boss wrecking your job hunt?

Even a lukewarm reference from a former employer can be enough to cost you the job you want. Here's how to handle it.

By Anne Fisher, contributor

FORTUNE -- Dear Annie: I read your article about quitting over ethics, and I have a somewhat related question about my own situation. I was recently forced out of my job, following a dispute with my boss that was partly about ethics. I spoke with both MORE

Quit over ethics? What to tell job interviewers

Tempting as it may be to air your old company's dirty laundry, a job interview isn't the place to do it. How to explain why you left. By Anne Fisher