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By Robert Half International

By PARADE

It’s that time of year again: notable speakers deliver rousing words to college grads across the country. Whether it’s philosophical musings from ex-presidents or career tips like the one Dustin Hoffman got in “The Graduate” — “One word: plastics” — there’s no shortage of free advice. Continue reading

The most recent regional and state employment and unemployment summary from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that in April, 37 states and the District of Columbia recorded unemployment rate decreases, five states posted rate increases, and eight states had no change. Continue reading

Last week we profiled financial analysts, one of the six most in-demand jobs in the U.S., according to information from CareerBuilder’s database. Today we’re highlighting another in-demand job: account executives. People with these jobs, which exist in different industries, are responsible for identifying business opportunities with clients, maintaining health relationships with them, and increasing business as a result. Continue reading

On Friday, May 25, the highly lauded French film “The Intouchables” makes its way to the U.S. after a successful overseas run. The film tells the story of Phillipe, a wealthy quadriplegic man who is looking for a full-time caretaker. Continue reading

By now, job seekers should know the two cardinal rules of interview questions:

1. When the interviewer asks if you have any questions, have something to ask.

2. You should walk into the interview room prepared to answer the classic questions, such as, “What is your biggest weakness?” or “Where do you see yourself in five years?”

But there’s an often-overlooked rule that you should remember for your own good:

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