5 Things to Do in 2009 That You Didn’t Do in 2008


The author George Santayana said, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” But surely no one wants to relive some of the darker days of 2008. Follow these five steps to make sure you’ve truly learned the lessons of the l

Six-Figure Jobs You Don’t Need a College Degree For
Maybe you don’t want to spend all that time taking classes in obscure subjects while hoping to find your calling and piling up student loan debt. Maybe you don’t really care so much about college. You just want to work and make money.You can do it, b

‘Powerful’ Work: Jobs in the Energy Industry
You’ve heard the bad news. The stock market is plummeting, banks are failing, and layoffs are on the rise. It’s a scary time to be an American employee, unless you’ve got a gig in the energy industry. While companies in other industries are reducing

5 Ideal Jobs for Work-Life Balance
Training for a triathlon. Knitting. Playing in a rock band. Growing heirloom tomatoes. We each have preferences when it comes to using our precious hours of free time. Whether you choose to work on your political blog or lose yourself in a book, ther

How Flexible Should You Really Be?
In tough times, job-seekers are often advised to be flexible about issues from commute length to salary to job title. But while it’s true that you have to be realistic, some compromises may end up hurting you more than they help.”I don’t believe that

Career Trends to Watch This Year
No one can predict the future, but spotting emerging trends is possible. After the tumult of 2008, will 2009 be any easier on the U.S. workforce? Find out what to expect in the year ahead so you can be prepared to spot opportunity and minimize risk.

10 Companies Hiring for Work from Home
Can you imagine how simple your life would be if you never had to drive to work? If you have the self-discipline to work from home, the right opportunity could help you get back those commute hours and gain some extra time each day to do whatever you

8 Bad Work Habits (And How to Break Them)
When you’re considering goals for yourself, don’t forget to examine your work life. What changes could you make to become a more productive and pleasant colleague?Experts offer this list of common bad habits at work — and how to break them: * Planni