Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Julia Korn writes about leadership and career development. Getting a job is tough right now. Job openings have dropped 40% since ...

Michael Doolin has worked in HR for 36 years at companies such as PwC, British Airways, and DPD. He said there are signs that can suggest an interview went well, but preparation is more important.

According to Columbia Business School professor Michael Chad Hoeppner, the popular idea that you have 7 seconds to make a first impression may be a tad too strict. "I'm not going to give people quite ...