Starting salaries for college graduates
Here's a breakdown of the median salary for certain majors. Median salaries, rather than averages, are used for comparison. more...
Makeovers: From sloppy student to spiffy employee
In today's bad economy, college kids need all the help they can get to nail a job or an internship. We got suggestions on going from slob to sleek. more...
Making a game out of work
In an effort to build worker engagement, more companies are bringing elements of video games to the workplace. more...
A list of work helped contractors work on quotes for a first-time home buyer in this 2009 file photo. (Chicago Tribune file photo)
Life a mess? Make a list
It's 5 o'clock in the morning, and the house is quiet except for snores. I'm sitting up in bed scribbling a to-do list in the dark on a small notepad. It's a habit that started a few years ago when... more...
What hiring managers really want
When you're job searching, simply getting the attention of potential employers can be a challenge. Job-search experts weigh in on what can make you standout. more...
Avoiding workplace stress
Can stress be eliminated on the job? The American Psychological Association lists work as a significant source of stress for us. We offer a few ways to curb some of that. more...
Ask Rex Huppke: I Just Work Here: Living through layoffs
Surviving the job search and landing a new position requires perseverance and positivity, no matter how long it takes. more...