Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Caroline Castrillon covers career, entrepreneurship and women at work. AI is transforming the job application process, with more ...

In today’s competitive job market, crafting a standout job application is essential for securing your desired position. As a business professional aiming for a six-figure career, understanding skills ...

One frequent misunderstanding about job applications is that the purpose of the materials is simply to get the job. Although getting a job is certainly your goal when you submit your job application ...

When Erica Schwartz graduated from Boston University in 2017, the marketing major ran into a wall experienced by many young job-seekers: You can do everything right and still not get an interview. She ...

The 2026 job market is tighter and more selective. Learn why targeted job searches outperform mass applications—and how to adjust your strategy.

The process of applying for jobs has changed quite a bit over the last several years. What worked five, ten years ago doesn't ...

In July, software engineer Julian Joseph became the latest victim of the tech industry’s sweeping job cuts. Facing his second layoff in two years, he dreaded spending another couple months hunched ...