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Improve your professional career with advice from Monster! Tips and advice that will help you achieve your career goals. Find out how to kick-start your job search and get the resume help you need to get the job you want.

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5 $100K Jobs That Don’t Require a Bachelor’s Degree

College tuition continues to skyrocket year after year, while salaries for those with degrees are not rising as quickly. Many people are often led to wonder if a degree is even worth the price of tuition. There are jobs that pay decent wages without requiring an upfront investment of at ...

Six Interview Mistakes

It's tough to avoid typical interview traps if you're unsure what they are. Here are six to watch out for.      1. Confusing an Interview with an Interrogation More Resources from Monster: Tips to Boost Your Interview Skills Interview Coaching Service All Interview Preparation articles Most candidates expect to be ...

10 Excuses for Missing Work

We've all been there. It's a beautiful day, and you can't bear the thought of going into work. So you call in with some excuse about feeling ill, but you know in your bones that your boss doesn't buy it.     The feeling-ill excuse is a short-term solution that won't win ...

Top 10 Ways to Get Fired

Most people start their jobs with the best of intentions, never thinking they could be fired. After all, that's a fate reserved primarily for incompetents and workers caught with their hand in the company till, right? Wrong. You might not realize just how slippery the slope out the door can ...

Can You Spot These Signs That Your Boss Is Lying?

If you ever catch your boss in a bold-faced lie, you'll want to be prepared for the next one. Fortunately, researchers have identified a broad collection of cues people give when they're trying to deceive. If you caught the TV series "Lie to Me" when it aired between 2009 and ...

5 Fast-Growing Jobs You've Never Heard Of

Little-known but fast-growing jobs appeal to those who like to zig when everybody else zags. We tracked down five occupations that have attractive growth prospects, obscure-sounding titles and above-average pay. We found them with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupation Finder, which lists more than 500 job descriptions and ...

Rev Up Your Resume to Relocate

Let's face it: All other things being equal, employers would rather recruit local applicants than out-of-towners. It's more convenient to schedule interviews, and there are no hassles or cost concerns associated with relocation. But according to Monster data, about half of all job seekers are willing to move for the ...

10 Questions to Ask When Negotiating Salary

What you ask for during a salary negotiation doesn’t just influence how much you earn -- it also tells your future employer whether you’re good at negotiating, which is a skill you can put to work for the employer once you’re hired.     Negotiating salary doesn’t come naturally to many ...

Practice Makes Perfect: How to Rehearse for Your Next Job Interview

There are a lot of steps that usually happen before you get to the interview portion of your job search: writing a resume, networking, compiling your references. Most folks are able to put a lot of effort into getting the interview, but many fall apart during the actual interview. Why? ...

8 Ways to Instantly Improve Your Public Speaking

Want to become a top-paid executive? Better work on your public speaking. This highly valued communications skill is also among many people's top fears -- 74% of people suffer from speech anxiety -- but it's one that can be conquered. Here's how:  Prioritize preparation. Showing up prepared is the No. ...

4 Job Skills That No Longer Impress Recruiters

In today's competitive job market, it is important to develop skills that will make your resume stand out. But some of the job skills that might have moved your resume to the top of the pile a few years ago might not be worth as much today. Which skills are ...

What Not to Wear If You Want to Get Promoted

Dressing for success doesn't stop with the job interview. What you wear can affect how your co-workers and managers treat you, how your team views you -- and how your boss might perceive you when it's time for promotions. Here are some things to consider. Are You Dressing for the ...

7 Bad Habits That Are Secretly Driving Your Co-Workers Crazy

You may not realize it, but there's a good chance you're doing at least one thing that drives your co-workers nuts.   "That's their problem," you may think -- but it's yours too say management experts and advice columnists. "Working in close quarters with other people is always an adjustment. ...

5 Career Myths That Could Be Holding You Back

Could inaccurate assumptions about the world of work be holding you back? We debunk five of the most common career myths and show you how to counteract them. Myth 1: There is one perfect job for you out there, and you better hope you find it. Reality: This is one ...

How to Land a High-Paying Job

Most high-paying jobs require a lot of education, a lot of talent, a lot of work -- or all 3. It's not something that people usually fall into. Put yourself on the path to a high-paying job by following this expert advice. Cross-train. You never want to stop learning -- ...

How Flexible Should You Really Be When Accepting a Job?

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. More Resources from Monster: Update Your Resume Search ...

Put Negative Resume Feedback to Work

Were you gung ho to receive a resume critique but are now faced with a seemingly insurmountable list of suggested changes? If you're feeling overwhelmed, follow these tips to get your resume on track.  Consider the Source Critiques from professional resume writers or hiring managers in your industry should be given ...

How to Dress for an Interview on a Budget

Everyone knows you should look your best for an interview, but what if you can't afford -- or can’t fit into your old -- fancy work clothes? Not to worry. We’ve got some cost-conscious tips for pulling together stylish interview outfits.  Access Accessories  The easiest way to look like an ...

10 Things Your Boss Never Wants to Hear

One of the best ways to ensure your day-to-day work life is pleasant and your career remains on an upward trajectory is to get -- and stay -- on your boss' good side. It sounds like a simple thing to do, but you'd be surprised at the number of employees ...

8 Ways to Instantly Improve Your Public Speaking

Want to become a top-paid executive? Better work on your public speaking. This highly valued communications skill is also among many people's top fears -- 74% of people suffer from speech anxiety -- but it's one that can be conquered. Here's how:  Prioritize preparation. Showing up prepared is the No. ...

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