Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sho Dewan is a career expert who covers work, top jobs, and business. As a natural consequence of our highly connected world, ...

In the journey of securing a new job, there are several milestones that bring a mix of excitement and anxiety. One such milestone is when a potential employer asks for your references. This step often ...

In a competitive job market, clarity and professionalism in a job offer letter are crucial in shaping the employment relationship. An effective letter formalises the agreement between employer and ...

After navigating the rigorous hiring process and the exhilarating moment of receiving a tenure-track job offer, it is time to negotiate. In the realm of academia, where power dynamics often favor ...

Jonathan Ponciano is a financial journalist with nearly a decade of experience covering markets, technology, and entrepreneurship. Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, ...

With as difficult and taxing as job-hunting can be, especially if you're unemployed while doing it, many of us are just relieved to finally get an offer. But many experts, including one HR exec, say ...

Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, coordinated, and directed various community and nonprofit organizations. She has conducted in-depth research on social and economic issues ...

I have been an ERISA attorney since 1998. More than half my career now has been in my practice for 15 years this April. For about a three-year run from 2007-2010, I had three different jobs, and the ...